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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.
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
Summer 2025: 24th May, 2025
Curriculum
What you'll learn through
The USA HealthTech and Innovation Fellowship
Gain expertise in digital health over a part-time 8-week Fellowship, combining online and in-person elements in Austin, Texas.
Dates and workshop leads are subject to change.
Week 1: The Disruptors: Clinical Product Management and Breaking into the US Digital Health Ecosystem (Austin)
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.
Breaking down reimbursement models
Securing investment
Commercialization strategies
Workshop Leads
TBD.
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 Keith Grimes: Digital Health Consultant at Curistica; Ex-Babylon
Dr Annabelle Painter: Medical Director at Visiba Care
Week 8: Sealing the Deal: Pitching, Networking, Demo Day Submission (Austin)
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
TBD.
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.
Testimonials
Hear from some of our amazing alumni and healthtech industry experts.
"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."
General Practitioner
"For any clinicians in my network interested in the world of Digital Health, product, regulation and all the other challenges that this brings, then I'd recommend this fellowship on the basis of last night. A really good grounding, and big things planned for the next year."
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Paediatrician
"What a journey it has been! Yesterday we had the chance to showcase what we've been working on for the past two months to other fellows, mentors, investors and leaders in the healthtech field and officially conclude the BiteLabs Healthtech Fellowship. Could not have asked for a better team to share the journey with!"
Medical Doctor
"Another fabulous BiteLabs Healthtech cohort comes to a close, and last night I went along to the final pitches of the autumn fellows. I never cease to be impressed by the quality and creativity of the pitches that are made, this time extended by their first industry placement presentation."
Digital Health Consultant
"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."
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Head of Health, YouTube UK & Ireland
"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. Massive thank you to Rhydian Harris and Dr. Azeem Alam BEM for putting together such a wonderful programme!"
Medical Doctor
Get ahead
Get hired, or skill-up to launch an idea.
Whether you are looking for new job opportunities, to spin-out a start-up, or are simply looking to learn new skills and make meaningful industry connections, we are here to support you.
Develop new skills in healthtech
Forge industry connections
Get hired
120+
Hires in 2023
5,000+
In the BiteLabs network
Upcoming cohorts
The perfect package
Join remote or hybrid, and accelerate your healthtech career today with our 8-week study programme.
fellowship
$4,250.00
The full package.
Summer cohort begins on the 24th May, 2025.
Open for all applicants, whether remote or hybrid (Austin, Texas).
INCLUDES:
Weekly online workshops
Weekly cohort support
Mentorship
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.
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.
INCLUDES:
Weekly online workshops
Weekly cohort support
Job opportunities
In-person sessions
Group project work
Financing
Do you need help with financing?
Get expert advice on financing possibilities. Explore your options now with a call.
Part-funded scholarships are available
Shop now. Pay in 4 with Klarna*
Discounts available for students and corporate teams
*See payment terms. A higher initial payment may be required for some consumers. CA resident loans made or arranged pursuant to a California Financing Law license.
Learn how to apply
Our admissions process.
Talk to our Team (optional)
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.
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.
United States
*NEW*
Next session: 24th May, 2025
United Kingdom
Next session: 12th February, 2025
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.
*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 Austin (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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