startup expansion

Your key to unlocking the U.S. healthcare market

U.S. Market Access Program

This best-in-class program is built for growth-ready global medtech, diagnostics, device, and digital health companies seeking meaningful support, strong stakeholder engagement, and a solid foundation for market expansion.

For companies ready to move beyond demo days and roadshows, we offer a high-touch experience that accelerates growth, sharpens strategy, and delivers real opportunities.

Eli Velasquez

Capital Advisor

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Whether you're leading a growth-stage startup or supporting a portfolio of ventures ready to scale, we want to hear from you.

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High-Touch Support for High-Growth Companies

Expert Guidance on Market Entry

Receive personalized mentorship and coaching on U.S. market entry, operations, and legal considerations, including incorporation and compliance.

Tailored Support for Product Adaptation

Refine your product offering to meet the unique needs of U.S. healthcare systems, helping you achieve a strong market fit.

Access to a Strong Network of Stakeholders

Leverage direct introductions to U.S. healthcare providers, investors, and potential partners, accelerating your business development and market entry.

Investor-Ready Positioning

Prepare your startup for funding with in-depth insights into U.S. investor expectations, investor landscapes, and how to successfully engage with the U.S. venture capital community.

What We Cover

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Understanding the U.S. Healthcare Landscape

Master the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system to navigate key payor models, insurance structures, and regulatory processes.

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Regulatory and Compliance Essentials

Garner an understanding of how your product meets U.S. regulatory standards, including FDA processes, data privacy laws, and intellectual property protection.

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Customer Discovery and Market Fit

Enhance your customer discovery skillset, aligning your product to the specific needs of U.S. healthcare providers and payors.

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Capital Readiness and Investor Engagement

Prepare your company for investment by learning how to attract U.S. investors, master due diligence, and secure funding for growth.

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Strategic Networking and Partnerships

Gain direct access to U.S. healthcare stakeholders, including payors, providers, investors and key partners, to accelerate your market entry.

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Market Adoption and Scaling

Learn the strategies for scaling your solution in the U.S. market, from expanding your customer base to building long-term market adoption and retention.

Format

The U.S. Market Access Program is thoughtfully designed with flexibility to accommodate virtual and in-person participation or 100% virtual, allowing us to tailor the experience to best support the needs and preferences of each group.

Ideal Company Profile

We partner with growth-stage medtech, diagnostics, device, and digital health companies that are ready to expand beyond their home markets. Ideal candidates have:

Demonstrated traction in their country of origin
Raised $5M+ USD in capital
A full-time, dedicated team
The resources and intent to enter the U.S. market, including the ability to commit time, funding, and personnel to the program

Companies should be actively planning or pursuing U.S. market entry and have the legal and operational flexibility to take next steps.

Interested in learning more?

Whether you're leading a growth-stage startup or supporting a portfolio of ventures ready to scale, we want to hear from you.

Tell us about yourself

Commercialize in the U.S.

Why the Science Center

Established in 1963 as a catalyst for healthcare innovation and entrepreneurship, the Science Center has been recognized by The Brooking Institution as leading investor, mentor, and partner to emerging companies. Our programs support health tech startups through every stage of growth — from customer discovery and stakeholder engagement to capital readiness and market adoption. In collaboration with key healthcare stakeholders, top research institutions, and a national network of investors, we deliver hands-on support built for traction, not just participation.

Why Philadelphia

Philadelphia offers global health tech companies a strategic gateway into the U.S. market. Home to world-renowned research institutions, leading hospitals, and a thriving life sciences ecosystem, the city combines deep healthcare expertise with a collaborative, innovation-driven culture. Its strategic location between New York and Washington, D.C., gives companies direct access to major markets, investors, and policymakers — all with an accessible cost of entry compared to other major hubs. For global companies looking to scale, Philadelphia delivers the connections, resources, and momentum needed to succeed.

$1B+

in NIH funding annually

5th

largest VC region by number of deals

Top 15

global startup ecosystem

$1B+ exits

from over 20 companies since 2019

medical schools

143

hospitals

nursing schools

“It wasn’t just the information the Science Center shared, but the connections they were able to make that made this trip worthwhile. We expected the classic ‘meet the investors’ road show, but this program introduced us not only to investors, but all the stakeholders involved in the healthcare system which was even more valuable."

Rami Shacour, Co-founder & CEO of Innosphere