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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 2027 US Accelerator open in August

 

Want to learn more?

Join our upcoming webinar on 30 July, 11:00–12:00 BST, where we'll introduce the US and Middle East Accelerator Programmes and answer your questions.

More information and registration available here.

Access full details about the 2027 US Programme.

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 healthcare institutions.

Expert Knowledge to Guide Your US Strategy

Benefit from a UK-based bootcamp, 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. 

Market Validation to Commercial Acceleration

Engage directly with prospective customers and stakeholders to validate your proposition, refine your go-to-market approach and identify commercial opportunities. Build relationships that can lead to pilots, partnerships and long-term growth in the US market.

Learn more about the Trade Missions.

Why Apply for the US Accelerator? 
  • Reduce the risk, cost and time of entry and expansion 
  • Validate your go-to-market strategy with real-world feedback
  • Build your network with access to health systems, providers, payers & GPOs
  • Unlock pilot and commercial opportunities
  • Maximise your impact with limited internal resource
  • Learn from experts and peers

Join a Proven Platform for Success 

Since 2018, the ABHI US Accelerator has supported 120+ UK companies in taking their HealthTech innovations across the Atlantic. 

Whether you are exploring entry or ready to scale, the US Accelerator gives you the platform, support, and connections to make it happen. 

 

Submit an application for the next cohort - To discuss this opportunity, please contact the US Accelerator team at USAccelerator@abhi.org.uk.

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Sophie Green
International Accelerator Manager