I-HEAL @ ISB 3.0: ISB DLabs and CitiusTech Empower Digital Healthcare Startups in India
ISB DLabs at the Indian School of Business (ISB), in collaboration with CitiusTech, has launched the third edition of its flagship healthcare accelerator program, I-HEAL @ ISB 3.0. This initiative is set to revolutionize India’s digital healthcare ecosystem by nurturing innovation, empowering startups, and equipping healthcare professionals with cutting-edge digital tools.
Fostering Innovation in Healthcare
This year’s program received an overwhelming response, with 173 applications from startups across India. After an intensive selection process, 15 promising startups have been chosen to participate in the cohort. These ventures span critical thematic areas, including:
- Digital health solutions
- Women and children’s healthcare
- Disease diagnostics
- Healthcare management and infrastructure
- Geriatric care innovations
The selected startups bring groundbreaking solutions:
- Prodoc AI simplifies patient interactions.
- Alfaleus Tech advances glaucoma care.
- Remap Intelligence specializes in neuro-rehabilitation.
- Piltover Technologies introduces the IDA M-SERIES I, a functional mechanical prosthetic hand.
- Cureous Labs developed Eturnal, an intelligent patient repositioning system.
- Chrogene Aarogyam innovates with non-invasive diagnostics for sickle cell disease.
- Vidcare Innovations offers accessible, user-friendly diagnostics.
- Tap Health focuses on early illness detection and chronic care.
- Onward Assist provides cancer analytics for pathologists.
- SynerSense advances digital therapeutics and biomechanics assessment.
- Zeuron.ai introduces MiMo, a neuro-computer health console.
- Redicine Medsol enhances medication precision.
- Femacare pioneers advancements in women’s health.
- Kode Blue developed “Beyond the Siren,” India’s first emergency management system.
- Apex Cura offers an AI-powered SaaS platform for small hospitals.
Comprehensive Support for Startups
Through I-HEAL @ ISB 3.0, participants gain access to ISB’s vast network of:
- Mentors, industry leaders, and investors.
- Hospital and investor partners for strategic collaboration.
- Guidance on regulatory compliance critical to scaling healthcare solutions.
The program provides hands-on mentorship and focuses on equipping startups to deliver last-mile healthcare solutions efficiently using digital tools.
Key Engagements and Opportunities
I-HEAL @ ISB 3.0 includes several impactful activities to foster growth and collaboration:
- A healthcare conclave addressing real-world challenges.
- A hackathon for innovative problem-solving.
- Investment boot camps to prepare startups for scaling.
- A demo day connecting startups with investors and market opportunities.
Voices of Leadership
Professor Bhagwan Chowdhry, Faculty Director of I-Venture @ ISB, emphasized the importance of innovation in transforming healthcare delivery:
“Through I-HEAL @ ISB, we aim to nurture startups that will address healthcare complexities and create impactful solutions for India’s healthcare sector.”
Manoj Balwani, EVP at CitiusTech, highlighted the collaboration as a testament to the role of technology in driving change:
“This program showcases the power of innovation and technology to create meaningful impact.”
Empowering Startups Beyond the MVP Stage
Designed for startups that have moved beyond the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage, I-HEAL @ ISB 3.0 ensures they receive the mentorship, resources, and market access needed to scale their impact and enhance healthcare delivery.
Conclusion
With initiatives like I-HEAL @ ISB 3.0, ISB DLabs and CitiusTech are setting the stage for a transformative digital healthcare ecosystem in India. By supporting startups across diverse thematic areas, the program promises to redefine healthcare innovation and improve patient outcomes.
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