The USA HealthTech & Innovation Fellowship

Gain the skills, experience, and network to build impactful digital health products and secure roles in healthtech.
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The USA HealthTech & Innovation Fellowship

The Healthtech Fellowship is an intensive 8-week program designed to equip participants with cutting-edge skills in digital health and innovation.
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Learn

Gain essential knowledge and skills in healthtech through expert-led sessions.

Gather Insights

Conduct user research, market analysis, and competitive assessments.

Ideate Solutions

Generate and validate innovative ideas based on real-world data.

Develop

Design and build a viable healthtech solution using iterative product management techniques.

Pitch

Submit your polished pitch and video presentation for evaluation.

Demo Day

Top pitches are selected to present at our exclusive demo day in front of industry leaders.

Apply for the next USA Healthcare Technology & Innovation cohort

Winter 2025: 17th May, 2025

Application Deadline: 22nd April, 2025
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Curriculum

What you'll learn through
The USA HealthTech and Innovation Fellowship

Gain expertise in digital health over an 8-week Fellowship combining in-person in Boston, Massachusetts and online elements.

Week 1: The Disruptors: Clinical Product Management and Breaking into the US Digital Health Ecosystem (Boston)

Session Focus: Master the fundamentals of clinical product management and position yourself in the US healthtech ecosystem.

Lean vs. Agile methodologies
KPIs and metrics for clinical products
Feedback loops for iterative product development
Breaking into the Healthtech Ecosystem
Workshop Leads

Dr Rhydian Harris: Co-Founder of BiteLabs. Product Manager; Ex-Pando, Ex-Numan

Week 2: Cracking the Code: Validating Healthcare Problems with User Research (UX) (Remote)

Session Focus: Leverage real-world user data and apply practical UX techniques to validate hypotheses and healthcare innovation.

Collating user data and understanding needs
Validating hypotheses
Understanding customer needs
Enhancing data-driven decisions
Workshop Leads

Dr Lucinda Scharff: Senior Clinical Specialist at Google Health
Dr Helena Tendedez: UX Researcher | PhD in Human-Computer Interaction; Ex-Cera Care

Week 3: Know Your Enemy: Mastering Market and Competitive Analysis for Healthtech (Remote)

Session Focus: Learn how to conduct a market and competitive analysis to develop a product that stands out in the healthtech landscape.

Market research techniques
Competitive landscape
SWOT and PEST analysis
Market positioning
Workshop Leads

Dr Benjamin De Viaris: Co-founder of Leva Clinic and Cellen
Dr David Laith Rawaf: Clinical Excellence Lead at Inovus Medical

Week 4: Sharks and Piranhas: Engineering Lean Business Models for Healthtech Domination (Remote)

Session Focus: Construct and refine a lean canvas for the healthtech industry, focusing on building a scalable and viable business model.

Building a lean canvas
Business model engineering
Regulatory considerations
Sustainability ans scalability
Workshop Leads

Dr Molly Gilmartin: HealthTech Investor at Albion VC
Dr Grace Hatton: Principal Clinician at Arcturis Data

Week 5: Monetizing Innovation: Winning the Fight for Commercialization and Funding (Remote)

Session Focus: Master the strategies for securing funding and commercializing digital health ventures.

Learn how to monetize digital health solutions within the complex US reimbursement system.

Develop strategies to attract venture capital and build strategic partnerships with healthcare giants.

Discover advanced techniques to turn innovative ideas into profitable products.

Breaking down reimbursement models
Securing investment
Commercialization strategies
Workshop Leads

Dr Claudia Pastides: Director of Medical Accuracy at Flo Health
Dr Keith Grimes: Digital Health Consultant at Curistica; Ex-Babylon
Dr Annabelle Painter: Medical Director at Visiba Care

Week 6: Playing by the Rules: FDA, HIPAA, and Clinical Trials in US Healthtech (Remote)

Session Focus: Navigate the regulatory landscape to bring your product to market and understand the role of real-world evidence generation.

FDA and other approval processes
HIPAA compliance
Real-world evidence generation for digital health
Course Instructor

Brian Li Hang Wong: Economic and Commercial Determinants of Health, WHO

Week 7: The AI Takeover: Machine Learning That’s Revolutionizing US Healthcare (Remote)

Session Focus: Explore the technical applications of AI in healthcare and address key ethical challenges.

Technical case studies
AI in clinical applications
Data integration
Ethics and bias
Workshop Leads

Dr Lucy Marples: Clinical Specialist at Google Health; Ex-Babylon
Dr Tahseen Tayob: Senior Innovation Manager at Imperial College

Week 8: Sealing the Deal: Pitching, Networking, Demo Day Submission (Boston)

Session Focus: Sharpen your pitch, leadership, and networking skills to make a lasting impact in healthtech.

Pitch perfection
Crafting your personal brand
Expert networking
Demo day presentation
Keynote Speaker

Ana Margarida Alves: Business coaching specialist, EIT Health
James Williams: NED, MYOM

World-Renowned Industry Experts

Our Advisors, Industry Leaders, Your Mentors.

The visionaries behind BiteLabs, dedicated to blending clinical expertise with technological innovation to transform patient care.
Rinki Varindani Desai
Fellowship Advisor
Founder and Digital Health Consultant
at
Theratactix
Dr Shrawan Patel, MD
Fellowship Advisor
Co-Founder and Head Mentor
at
PharmaStars
Emmanuel Oquendo
Fellowship Advisor
Co-Founder & CEO
at
BrainHi
Rebecca Thomas
Fellowship Advisor
Technical Advisor
at
Africa Frontline First
James Williams
Fellowship Advisor
Chair of the Board of Trustees
at
The Good Company People
Nikheel Kolatkar
Fellowship Advisor
VP, Medical Affairs
at
Genentech
Johannes Staufenberg
Fellowship Advisor
Interim CTO
at
GO Assistive Technology
Jennifer Miles-Thomas
Fellowship Advisor
Vice Chair of Integration and Innovation
at
Northwestern Medicine

Don’t just take our word for it

Hear from some of our amazing customers who are building faster.
"This is changing the game by empowering doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other HCPs to solve the big problems they see on the frontline, and hopefully grow these solutions into profitable companies."
Dr Vishaal Virani
Head of Health, YouTube UK & Ireland
"What an incredible 2 months it has been on this BiteLabs Healthtech fellowship!!! Truly honoured to have experienced this and now be a part of such a passionate, mission-driven Healthtech community."
Dr Nathan Robinson
Medical Doctor
"Really incredible to have been part of the first BiteLabs fellowship! We’ve learnt from some amazing leaders in the health tech space and it’s been awesome to meet and work with the other fellows."
Dr Tom Reid
Medical Doctor
"I could not have been more impressed by last night'shealthtech showcase event - the quality of the ideas and the presentations was consistently fantastic!"
Jessica Farmery
PR & Account Director, SomX
"The BiteLabs Healthtech Fellowship was jam-packed with a whirlwind of networking events and opportunities. It has been an incredible journey filled with high-quality workshops held by industry leaders, networking, and innovation."
Dr Nadia Hussain
GP, Doctor
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The USA Healthcare Technology & Innovation Fellowship

Accelerate your healthtech career today with our 8-week study programme.

fellowship
$4,250.00

The full package.

Autumn cohort begins on the 17th May, 2025.
Application deadline: 22nd April, 2025.

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INCLUDES:
Weekly online workshops
Weekly cohort support
Job opportunties
In-person sessions
Group project work
Remote
$2,750.00

Learn anywhere.

Autumn cohort begins on the 15th February, 2025.
Application deadline: 15th January.

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INCLUDES:
Weekly online workshops
Weekly cohort support
Job opportunities
In-person sessions
Group project work
Hybrid
$4,340.00

The full package.

Autumn cohort begins on the 15th February, 2025.
Application deadline: 15th January.

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INCLUDES:
Weekly online workshops
Weekly cohort support
Job opportunities
In-person sessions
Group project work
Financing

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Our admissions process.

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Reach out via email to discuss your career goals and find out if Fellowship aligns with your professional growth plans.

Application Submission

Use our easy online portal to submit your application. We recommend dedicating around 1 hour to this process.

Interview

To ensure the course is a good fit for you and to maintain a high-calibre cohort, all applicants are required to schedule a brief interview.

Admission Outcome

Await our decision to discover if you have received an offer to become a fellow. Timelines can be found upon starting the application process.

Cohort Onboarding

Join your cohort in a virtual onboarding session.
Locations

We are Global, with a seasoning of local
to give you that perfect bite!

We equip you with global knowledge, enriched with local perspectives, to provide you with the perfect educational experience for your healthcare journey.
Select your country to find a country-specific program.
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United States

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Next session: 24th May, 2025
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United Kingdom

Next session: 12th February, 2025
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UAE

*Coming soon*
Next session: TBD
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about BiteLabs USA
What is the BiteLabs Healthcare Technology & Innovation Fellowship?
The BiteLabs Healthcare Technology & Innovation Fellowship is a bespoke programme for individuals seeking to acquire hands-on experience and insight into the health technology sector. It combines practical training in digital health product development with expert-led workshops and networking events.
What are the payment options for the fellowship?
Your place on the programme is confirmed once payment is made. Bursaries are available to students and exceptional candidates. Klarna available at checkout.
How does Klarna work?
Split your purchases into 4 interest-free payments.* Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. 18+, USA residents only. Subject to status. Ts&Cs and late fees apply.

*CA resident loans made or arranged pursuant to a California Financing Law license.
Could you outline the programme structure? 
Over eight weeks, the Fellowship comprises weekly two-hour evening workshops, conducted online, with two key in-person engagements in Boston (available to hybrid fellows). The curriculum is designed to incrementally build knowledge and skills from foundational to complex aspects of digital health. For Fellows who choose to do the Diploma, you will have up to 2 years following the fellowship to complete your assessments.
What is the expected time investment?
The Fellowship requires a commitment to weekly workshops and additional project work, totalling approximately 4-6 hours per week outside of the workshops, leading up to a capstone presentation on Demo Day.
Are fellows required to attend all in-person events?
Whilst attendance at in-person events is not obligatory, we strongly advocate for it to fully capitalise on the fellowship's learning and networking potential.
How does one apply?
Admission to the fellowship is through a selective application process, taking into account an applicant’s background and potential for contribution to and benefit from the programme. The waiting list the 2025 cohort is now open.
What networking and mentorship opportunities are available?
Participants will have numerous opportunities to engage with industry experts and peers, including mentorship sessions, collaborative projects, and networking events. Fellowship also grants access to job opportunities and a comprehensive alumni network.
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