HealthQ Up
Promoted by Inova Quality Hub and IPQ - Instituto Português da Qualidade, developed by SBI Consulting, HealthQ UP is an acceleration program for startups with innovative solutions in the healthcare sector.
During participation in the program, essential topics will be explored, such as:
⟫⟫ Product and market validation
⟫⟫ Go-to-market strategy
⟫⟫ Regulation, compliance and risk management
⟫⟫ Legal framework and intellectual property
⟫⟫ Fundraising
⟫⟫ Team, talent and leadership
In addition to contact with partner companies such as COMPLEAR, which aims to empower the digital health industry, and TB4Health, a consortium formed by Biocant Park, Centro Hospitalar da Universidade de Coimbra, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte, Complear, Medtronic and Lusíadas, startups access a series of benefits and knowledge to scale quickly and effectively, including:
⟫⟫ Possibility of conducting pilots with a relevant network of partners in the health sector
⟫⟫ Access to a network of mentors and experts with practical experience in the areas of health, entrepreneurship and Innovation
⟫⟫ Access to specialized know-how on the most relevant topics in terms of certification and regulation
⟫⟫ Access to content, mentors, and a community focused on solutions in the area of quality and regulation
⟫⟫ Masterclasses with content focused on business development, product validation, market strategy, and adaptation to real-world industry contexts
⟫⟫ Strategic networking with other entrepreneurs, mentors, partners, potential clients, or investors
⟫⟫ Immersion in the Healthtech ecosystem, accessing information on the main challenges, trends, and opportunities in the sector
⟫⟫ Access to the health innovation ecosystem, connecting with key stakeholders in the sector
The first edition of the program was launched in 2026, and the selected startups will, during the acceleration process, work side-by-side with experts, mentors, and partners to validate solutions, overcome regulatory challenges, and accelerate their growth in the healthcare sector:
