HealthTech Commercialization 101

​Have you ever wondered how a medical product goes from benchtop to bedside? How do napkin sketches and prototypes get turned into a product within the healthcare ecosystem? Broadly this journey is referred to as commercialization and derisking the pathway to market is a primary focus of early stage HealthTech startups.  

​This bootcamp is a deep dive into the HealthTech startup lifecycle and common commercialization needs at the pre-seed/seed stage. Event participants can expect: 

• ​An overview of the development stages for HealthTech startups and some of the specific challenges that can arise along the way 

• ​An introduction to relevant stakeholders in the HealthTech entrepreneurship ecosystem and the influence they have on commercialization 

• ​An interactive deep dive into key commercialization focus areas all HealthTech startups must address 

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​Who Should Attend:  

​Students and young professionals considering career paths in HealthTech startups/entrepreneurship or otherwise interested in better understanding the realities of HealthTech innovation.  

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​Event Logistics: 

• ​Saturday, March 21, 2026 

• ​10am–1pm (Breakfast & lunch will be provided!) 

• ​In person at the LifeX Oakland office (218 Oakland Ave.)