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Accelerate Your US HealthTech Expansion
The ABHI US Accelerator: Navigating, Validating & De-Risking Market Entry Since 2018
Breaking into the world’s largest and most complex healthcare market comes with its challenges. That’s why the ABHI US Accelerator exists, to help UK HealthTech innovators like you navigate the system, validate your approach, and de-risk your journey into the United States.
With deep-rooted US connections and a long-standing in-market presence, ABHI helps you shape your strategy, avoid costly pitfalls, and turn opportunity into real commercial success.
Applications for the 2026 programme are now open!
Watch back this webinar introducing the ABHI US Accelerator 2026 programme and how it can help UK HealthTech companies enter or scale in the US.
Access full details about the ABHI US Accelerator here.
What the Accelerator Offers
Strategic Access to US Healthcare Leaders
Get direct introductions to key stakeholders, including hospital executives, insurers, GPOs, investors, and physician groups. Through three US missions and UK-based events, you'll meet over 330 senior leaders across 30+ hospitals and engage with top-tier institutions like the University of Texas – Dell Medical School.
Expert Knowledge to Guide Your US Strategy
Benefit from UK-based bootcamps, a focused webinar series, and ongoing guidance on regulatory, reimbursement, and market entry strategies. You’ll also receive mentoring from BD (Becton Dickinson) and access to ABHI’s expansive US advisor network.
A Trusted Network Supporting Your Journey
Stay connected through quarterly check-ins, peer support groups, PR coverage, and HealthTech co-working access in London. You'll also collaborate with NHS leaders and innovation partners as part of a close-knit, supportive cohort
Why Apply for the ABHI US Accelerator?
- De-risk your US entry with expert, in-market guidance.
- Validate your go-to-market strategy with real-world feedback.
- Accelerate connections with hospitals, payers & investors.
- Leverage ABHI’s trusted, ready-made network.
- Maximise your impact with limited internal resource.
- Grow alongside a like-minded UK HealthTech cohort.
Join a Proven Platform for Success
Since 2018, the ABHI US Accelerator has supported 100+ UK companies in taking their HealthTech innovations across the Atlantic.
Whether you are exploring entry or ready to scale, the ABHI US Accelerator gives you the platform, support, and connections to make it happen.
Apply Today! Applications are open for the 2026 Cohort. To discuss this opportunity, please contact the US Accelerator team at USAccelerator@abhi.org.uk.
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