Health Wildcatters

Health Wildcatters Health Wildcatters is a mentor-driven healthcare seed accelerator, innovation hub, and co-working spa

Health Wildcatters’ focus is early stage healthcare startups that come from a variety of niches. Healthcare IT, digital health, mobile health companies, medical device, diagnostic and pharma companies have found their way into our portfolio. Health Wildcatters provides an initial seed investment and mentorship for startups in the early stages of funding and development. The healthcare niche brings

up a few more twists, but that makes it more interesting. The specific challenges of selling into the healthcare market, dealing with regulatory constraints and the slower pace of adoption are why we are here. Health Wildcatters expanded into a larger role, which focuses on healthcare innovation beyond their accelerator program, when they officially opened up their new space at 1910 Pacific. The space features an event and presentation area, a co-working space, as well as private offices. HW has expanded their reach to provide a resource center for various healthcare organizations and thought leaders.

🚨 Last Call: Applications for Health Wildcatters' 14th Accelerator Cohort Close Soon!If you're building the future of he...
06/01/2026

🚨 Last Call: Applications for Health Wildcatters' 14th Accelerator Cohort Close Soon!

If you're building the future of healthcare, this is your opportunity to join one of the leading healthcare accelerators and gain access to mentors, investors partners, and a growing health innovation ecosystem.

Deadline: June 15, 2026
Apply today: https://www.healthwildcatters.com/accelerator

⏰ This Thursday — Don’t Miss Our Pulse Luncheon!Join us for a fireside chat with Daniel Hommes, M.D., Ph.D., Vice Presid...
06/01/2026

⏰ This Thursday — Don’t Miss Our Pulse Luncheon!

Join us for a fireside chat with Daniel Hommes, M.D., Ph.D., Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at UT Southwestern Medical Center, as we explore The Next Decade of Health Innovation at UTSW.

Whether you're a healthcare executive, founder, clinician, investor, researcher, or student, this is a unique opportunity to gain insights from one of the leaders shaping the future of healthcare innovation and connect with North Texas' health innovation community.

🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM CDT
📍 Health Wildcatters

Register here (Limited tickets remaining): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-pulse-luncheon-the-next-decade-of-healthcare-innovation-at-utsw-tickets-1990142139713?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you there!

Health Wildcatters recently participated in the Investor & Ecosystem Builders Roundtable at the Texas Tech Innovation Hu...
05/29/2026

Health Wildcatters recently participated in the Investor & Ecosystem Builders Roundtable at the Texas Tech Innovation Hub in Lubbock, Texas, as part of the West Texas Investor Showcase.

The event brought together investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders to explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional economic growth.

Our CEO, Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA, participated in the Investor and Ecosystem leaders roundtable discussion to share more about our work Health Wildcatters and joined fellow leaders across NTX to share insights on healthcare innovation, venture growth, and building thriving startup ecosystems.

Thank you to Texas Tech University, the Texas Tech Innovation Hub, and the West Texas Investor Showcase team for the opportunity to showcase the exciting momentum happening across North Texas and the broader health innovation community.

05/28/2026

The 8th Texas Healthcare Challenge Hackathon (TXHCC) transformed Pegasus Park into a dynamic weekend of bold ideas, rapid collaboration, and building toward the future of healthcare innovation this past April. 👾

Over 48 hours, 120+ innovators, selected from more than 200 hackathon applicants, came together to hack, ideate, build, and pitch solutions tackling some of healthcare’s most pressing challenges. Across 13 teams, participants worked alongside an incredible network of 46+ mentors, judges, co-directors, volunteers, and ecosystem leaders who helped bring these ideas to life.

From AI-powered platforms and patient-centered technologies to new approaches improving access, outcomes, and care delivery, TXHCC 2026 showcased the power of interdisciplinary innovation, collaboration, and the continued momentum of the North Texas health innovation ecosystem.

A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, Texas Health Resources, along with our sponsors, mentors, judges, partners, and every participant who dedicated their time, talent, and passion to advancing the future of healthcare.

2026 Sponsors: Texas Health Resources | SMU Cox - William S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership | Polsinelli | LH Capital, Inc. & Lyda Hill Philanthropies | The University of Texas at Dallas | UT Southwestern Medical Center | Children’s Health | Wells Fargo | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas | Beam Wellness | Cartwheel | Delta Robotics - Protoboard | Page 3 Eatery | Lovable | GAOTHARRA LLC | HHCN

Here’s a look back at the energy, collaboration, and live moments that made this year’s hackathon unforgettable.

Watch the full TXHCC 2026 recap video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84JQW02pSQc

Read more about this years winning teams in a recent feature by Dallas Innovates: https://dallasinnovates.com/meet-the-winners-of-health-wildcatters-2026-texas-healthcare-challenge-hackathon/

HW Alumni News 🚀 Health Wildcatters portfolio company Aliform was named winner of the MedTech World North America 2026 P...
05/27/2026

HW Alumni News 🚀

Health Wildcatters portfolio company Aliform was named winner of the MedTech World North America 2026 Pitch Competition!

Aliform’s innovative device is designed to address fibrous bands that pull the skin downward following procedures such as liposuction — helping advance patient outcomes and post-procedural care through innovative MedTech solutions.

We are proud to see another HW alumni company recognized on a global stage for driving the future of healthcare innovation. Congratulations to the Aliform, Victor Suturin, and team on this exciting milestone and well-deserved recognition! 👏

Read more: https://med-tech.world/news/aliform-wins-medtech-world-north-america-2026-startup-pitch-competition/

Health Wildcatters Alumni News 🚀Congratulations to Health Wildcatters alumni Aurie on receiving FDA De Novo authorizatio...
05/22/2026

Health Wildcatters Alumni News 🚀

Congratulations to Health Wildcatters alumni Aurie on receiving FDA De Novo authorization for the first automated safely reusable intermittent urinary catheter system, a major milestone in advancing innovation and accessibility in urologic care.

This is an exciting step forward for patients requiring intermittent catheterization by introducing a modern, tech-enabled alternative to traditional single-use catheters, with the potential to improve convenience, sustainability, and access to high-quality care solutions.

We’re excited to see Aurie prepare for commercial launch in the coming months and continue driving meaningful impact in healthcare innovation. 👏

See the full press release here: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aurie-receives-fda-de-novo-grant-for-first-automated-safely-reusable-intermittent-urinary-catheter-system-302767331.html

Join Health Wildcatters for the next edition of the Pulse Luncheon, a signature gathering of healthcare leaders, innovat...
05/22/2026

Join Health Wildcatters for the next edition of the Pulse Luncheon, a signature gathering of healthcare leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and executives shaping the future of healthcare. 🤝

Since its inception, the Pulse Luncheon series has convened influential voices across the healthcare ecosystem for meaningful conversations around healthcare innovation, collaboration, and impact.

This luncheon will feature a fireside chat with Daniel Hommes, M.D., Ph.D. focused on The Next Decade of Health Innovation at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Attendees will gain strategic insights into the future of healthcare transformation, including emerging technologies, research commercialization, academic medicine innovation, and the evolving healthcare startup ecosystem.

We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging luncheon featuring thought leadership, meaningful dialogue, and networking centered on the future of healthcare innovation.

When: June 4, 2026
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm

🔗 Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-pulse-luncheon-the-next-generation-of-healthcare-innovation-at-utsw-tickets-1990142139713?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fall Accelerator Applications Extended Through May 31st 🚀Are you building the future of healthcare innovation?Health Wil...
05/21/2026

Fall Accelerator Applications Extended Through May 31st 🚀

Are you building the future of healthcare innovation?

Health Wildcatters is still accepting applications for our 14th Accelerator Cohort this Fall 2026.

We’re looking for founders and startups transforming healthcare through innovation across health tech, biotech, AI, digital health, medical devices, and more.

🔗 Apply Today: https://lnkd.in/g4ViEtX9

Health Wildcatters’ 13th Annual Alumni Reunion was a powerful celebration of innovation, growth, and community! We kicke...
05/08/2026

Health Wildcatters’ 13th Annual Alumni Reunion was a powerful celebration of innovation, growth, and community!

We kicked off with a special Welcome Dinner, reconnecting founders, portfolio companies, mentors, investors, and ecosystem partners while celebrating the continued success of our alumni companies.

A major highlight was our first-ever Investor Palooza, featuring SWAN Impact Network, North Texas Angel Network, and Stone Mountain Capital Ventures, which facilitated 30 VC-startup meetings and created meaningful opportunities for founder growth and investment connections. Thank you to Heather Gilker, Jeff Murphy, John Diaz, and Mike Wilkes for their time and commitment.

We also extend a special thank you to our Resource Office Hours ecosystem partners— Polsinelli, Munck Wilson Mandala LLP, Baker Tilly, Dallas Regional Chamber AI Office Hours— for providing valuable guidance and support to our founders throughout the day!
From valuable networking to strategic collaboration, this year’s reunion reinforced the strength of our ecosystem and our shared mission to shape the future of healthcare innovation.

Thank you to our innovation ecosystem, investors, mentors, founders, and everyone who made this event such a success. The future of healthcare innovation in NTX and globally continues to grow. 🚀

Interested in joining our next Fall 2026 Cohort? Applications are open through the end of May. Learn more: https://www.healthwildcatters.com/accelerator

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