Common FAQ
The Opportunity
From Innovation to Commercial Momentum
Medtech founders across Asia Pacific are building solutions for urgent healthcare needs. The APAC Accelerator helps them move from promising technology to stronger strategy, visibility, and ecosystem access.
Why This Matters
Great technologies don't change healthcare on their own. They need the right strategy, the right connections, and the right opportunities.
Sharpen Strategy
Refine priorities across commercialization, market access, fundraising, and growth.
Access Networks
Connect with mentors, strategics, investors, healthcare leaders, and peers.
Build Visibility
Gain exposure through Pitch Events, Summit programming, and Grand Finals.
The Program Phases
Your Journey Through the APAC Accelerator
Every phase of the APAC Accelerator is designed to help founders strengthen their business, expand their network, and accelerate commercial growth — from application through the Showcase & Grand Finals.
Phase 1
Open Application
Nov – Jan
Startups submit their applications for review and consideration for the APAC Accelerator journey.
Phase 2
Pitch Event RoadTour
Mar – May
Selected companies pitch virtually and in person to judges, strategics, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
Phase 3
Innovator Summit
Jun
The selected cohort gathers in San Francisco for program kick-off, peer connection, and ecosystem engagement.
Phase 4
Accelerator Program
Jul – Oct
Companies participate in targeted programming, mentorship, webinars, and partner engagement opportunities.
Phase 5
Grand Finals Competition
Oct
The journey culminates in Singapore, where finalists pitch on stage and compete for awards and recognition.
Outcomes & Impact
The Momentum Continues Beyond the Program
The APAC Accelerator supports founders through strategic programming, mentorship, visibility, and ecosystem access — helping companies build momentum as part of their broader growth journey.
838+
Global MedTech Innovator alumni companies
USD 11.4B+
Raised by companies across the global MTI portfolio
500+
Products brought to market by global alumni
USD 275K
Cash prizes and awards available through APAC
Alumni in the News
Raises Series B funding to scale precision oncology platform
4baseCare announced new funding to support expansion of its genomics network and AI-powered precision oncology platform.
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Nvidia inks Vietnam AI deal, buys VinBrain
Nvidia announced it has acquired VinBrain, a healthcare startup owned by the Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup.
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Secures funding support for HIFU pancreatic cancer platform
SONIRE secured funding through Japan’s NEDO Deep-Tech Startups Support Program to advance its HIFU platform.
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Advances rapid diagnostic platform for infection detection
Module Innovations continues to develop ASTSENSe, a rapid diagnostic platform for infection and resistance profiling.
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These milestones reflect each company’s broader journey and are not presented as solely attributable to participation in MedTech Innovator Asia Pacific.
Who Should Apply
Is the APAC Accelerator Right for You?
The APAC Accelerator is designed for startups developing medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health technologies. We welcome companies headquartered across Asia Pacific, as well as startups with a clear strategy to expand into the region.
Healthcare Innovation
Medical device, diagnostic, and digital health startups are encouraged to apply.
APAC Relevance
Companies should be headquartered in APAC or demonstrate strategic interest in the APAC market.
Any Stage
Startups at any stage of development are welcome — from early validation to commercialization.
Have Questions? Watch an Info Session
Learn more about eligibility, program expectations, Pitch Events, founder experiences, and mentor perspectives before applying.
These replays are designed to help founders better understand the program before submitting an application.
Founder Perspective
Mentor Insights
Korea Pitch Event
Founder Perspective
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about eligibility, participation, Pitch Events, and the APAC Accelerator experience.
Is there a fee for participation?
MedTech Innovator does not require equity and there is no application fee. However, companies are responsible for their travel costs related to attending pitch events and mandatory in-person events, where applicable.
What are the eligibility criteria for the MedTech Innovator Program?
MedTech Innovator seeks early to mid-stage startups in the medical device, diagnostic, or digital health / health IT spaces. We encourage companies developing a product and/or service in healthcare within these verticals to apply.
We just raised a Series E. Can we still apply?
Yes. MedTech Innovator encourages applications from companies at all stages of fundraising, from friends and family to seed and beyond. Preference for accelerator spaces is given to companies with transformative potential that will benefit most from the curriculum and strategic partner mentorship.
How do you choose companies for the MedTech Innovator Showcase and Competition?
MedTech Innovator evaluates applications based on value, execution, and momentum. Company strength in each category is evaluated using multiple metrics.
I’ve been selected to pitch. What should I include in my pitch deck?
We recommend including:
- Problem / unmet need
- Market information and standard of care
- Your solution / technology overview
- Competitive advantage and differentiation
- Validation, including pre-clinical, clinical, or market validation
- Regulatory path and planned indication, if applicable
- Value proposition and healthcare economics
- Business model and reimbursement, if applicable
- IP status
- Team, advisors, and partners
- Key milestones and go-to-market timeline
What if I can’t attend a pitch event?
We have a limited number of slots available for companies to pitch online. Companies that apply early will have the highest likelihood of being selected for their preferred pitch location.
Do I need to relocate to participate in the Accelerator?
No. The accelerator is primarily virtual, with mandatory in-person events that start and end the program. The Innovator Summit takes place in San Francisco in June, and the Showcase & Grand Finals take place in Singapore in October.
I applied previously and was not selected. Should I reapply?
Yes. MedTech Innovator conducts an annual survey to assess the needs of the industry as interests evolve year to year. Please indicate any updates since your last application in the space provided during the online application process.
Program Partners
Acceleration Partner
Innovation Partners
Growth Partner
Preferred Partners
MedTech Innovator seeks early to mid-stage start-ups in the medical device, diagnostic, or digital health/health IT spaces. We encourage those who are developing a product and/or service in the healthcare space along one of these verticals to apply.
Yes! MedTech Innovator encourages applications from companies at all stages of fundraising, from friends and family to seed and beyond. Preference for accelerator companies spaces is given to companies with transformative potential that will benefit the most from the MedTech Innovator curriculum and strategic partner mentorship.
MedTech Innovator evaluates all applications based on value, execution, and momentum. The company strength for each category is evaluated using multiple metrics. Please see below for the complete evaluation metrics table.
Here are the points we recommend including in your deck:
- Problem / unmet need: show image of impacted patients, caregivers, etc.
- Market information
- Standard of care
- Your solution / technology overview: include product photo or rendering and expected clinical outcomes
- Competitive advantage / differentiation
- Validation: pre-clinical, clinical, market
- Regulatory path (if applicable) and planned indication
- Value proposition / healthcare economics
- Business model, reimbursement (if applicable)
- IP status: include broadest claims sought
- Team: photos with logos below from companies they have worked for previously
- Advisors / partners: photos with logos below from companies they work for currently
- Key milestones / timeline for go-to-market: include funding required to achieve each milestone point
- Summary, including value proposition: show image of impacted patients or product
We have a limited number of slots available for companies to pitch online. Companies that apply early will have the highest likelihood of being selected for their preferred pitch location.
The MedTech Innovator Accelerator is virtual, except for two mandatory in-person events that start and end the program. The Innovator Summit will take place in Mountain View, California in June 2025 and the Showcase and Grand Finals will take place in Singapore in end October 2025.
Yes, you should definitely reapply! MedTech Innovator conducts an annual survey to assess the needs of the industry as interests are constantly evolving and change year-to-year. Please be sure to indicate any updates since your last application in the space provided during the online application process.
Value
• Product
• Customer Validation
• Business Model & Healthcare Economics
• Competition
• IP
• Market Opportunity
• Patient Benefit
Execution
• Team Strength & Execution
• Development Plan
• Responsive to Feedback
• Freedom to Operate
• Regulatory & Clinical Burden
• Existing Funding
• Resources to Execute
Momentum
• Stage of Development
• Evidence
• Time to Market
• Traction & Sales
• Partnerships & Relationships
• Time to Key Milestones
• Upcoming Funding
Here are the points we recommend including in your deck:
- Problem / unmet need: show image of impacted patients, caregivers, etc.
- Market information
- Standard of care
- Your solution / technology overview: include product photo or rendering and expected clinical outcomes
- Competitive advantage / differentiation
- Validation: pre-clinical, clinical, market
- Regulatory path (if applicable) and planned indication
- Value proposition / healthcare economics
- Business model, reimbursement (if applicable)
- IP status: include broadest claims sought
- Team: photos with logos below from companies they have worked for previously
- Advisors / partners: photos with logos below from companies they work for currently
- Key milestones / timeline for go-to-market: include funding required to achieve each milestone point
- Summary, including value proposition: show image of impacted patients or product
We have a limited number of slots available for companies to pitch online. Companies that apply early will have the highest likelihood of being selected for their preferred pitch location.
The MedTech Innovator Showcase is virtual, except for 1 mandatory in-person event that ends the program. The Showcase and Finals may take place at the MedTech Forum 2022 hosted by APACMed, subject to pandemic restrictions in 2022.
Yes, you should definitely reapply! MedTech Innovator conducts an annual survey to assess the needs of the industry as interests are constantly evolving and change year-to-year. Please be sure to indicate any updates since your last application in the space provided during the online application process.