MedLim: redefining medtech

The MedLim startup program accelerates startups that want to bring a new medical device to the market. The fourth edition of the MedLim program is a partnership between Medtronic, LIOF, Rabobank, and expertise center Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus. With the support of imec.istart. MedLim provides unique and in-depth experience and knowledge to help MedTech startups succeed.

What is the MedLim program?

The MedLim Matchmaking & Fast Track Acceleration Program (4-week sprint) is a program for promising startups developing breakthrough, innovative MedTech products and services in the cardiovascular, medical surgical, neurological and spine domains. After three successful editions in 2021, 2022, and 2023, the fourth edition of MedLim has now officially been launched! A joint effort with MedLim and the expertise partners is unique as they will provide support with world class experts in the field of business, medical device development, clinical evidence, quality, regulatory, reimbursement, intellectual property, and financing.

What’s in it for you?

Once selected, you will have the unique opportunity to benefit from the expert know-how, network, collaboration, and funding opportunities of the MedLim partners during interactive workshops and 1-on-1 mentoring by specialists in this intensive 4-week fast track acceleration program. Participation in the program does not provide any special rights to one of the MedLim partners (no strings attached). 

Who can apply?

Startups active in one of the following domains: cardiovascular, medical surgical, neurological and spine. Within these domains, MedLim welcomes companies that are building devices, sensors, wearables and (surgical) tools. But also digital health products such as digital therapeutics or telehealth solutions. Such with the primary function of delivering software-generated therapeutic interventions directly to patients to prevent, manage, or treat a medical disorder or disease.

Your startup should be in the ‘acceleration’ phase with an in-depth pre-clinical study already done (TRL level 5-7). Your next step is the ‘design phase’ and you want to work towards a human feasibility study and clinical validation. By specifically looking for startups within this scope, we have tailored the program to be highly focused and effective.

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MedLim 2024 Timeline

Call open
February 1
Call closed
March 1, at midnight
Pre-selection
March 14
Boardroom pitches (online) & final selection
March 26 & 28
4 week long fast track acceleration program
April 15 – May 8
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MedLim 2023 was a success!

On Friday May 12th the edition 2023 came to an end. And the conclusions of the participants were overwhelming! It appears that the expertise and help of the partners is key in the acceleration process. Over the years we may conclude that MedLim itself has grown from 'startup to scale-up'. It is a program that stands out from other acceleration programs. And part of it is the great added value of the Limburg Medtech ecosystem.

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We had a great time meeting wonderful companies and learning a lot.

Paragate (2021)
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We are incredibly grateful for being selected, can't thank you enough! The discussions with experts from Medtronic were very useful.

Oivi (2021)
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Excellent program. I hope you will keep doing that in the following years.

Oncoelectronics (2022)

We only would like to thank you for the opportunity. I hope the MedLim program can be held for a long time.

Time is Brain (2022)

MedLim was very valuable for us. Thanks!

Resitu Medical (2022)

I have learned so much. Really much appreciated the warm introductions to key people.

Hemocath (2023)

This program has been super. I learned so much. This is really top-notch.

Medvasc (2023)

Partners

The MedLim partners Medtronic, LIOF, Rabobank, and expertise center Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus with the support of imec.istart offer unique and in-depth experience and knowledge to help startups.

Medtronic

Making healthcare better is our priority, and we believe medical technology can play an even greater role in improving people’s lives. Innovation and collaboration are central to who we are. Today, we are a medical technology leader offering therapies and solutions that enable greater efficiency, access, and value — for healthcare systems, providers, and the people they serve.

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LIOF

LIOF is the regional development agency for Limburg and supports innovative entrepreneurs with advice, network and financing. We are available for every start-up, scaleup and small and medium-sized busines (SME) with an innovative idea, a business plan or a financing request and for (foreign) entrepreneurs who want to establish themselves in Limburg. We also help with cross-border cooperation and international trade. Together with entrepreneurs and partners, we are working towards a smarter, more sustainable and healthier Limburg by focusing on the transitions of energy, circularity, health and digitalization.

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imec.istart

The # 1 tech startup accelerator in Europe - will support you during the acceleration program with coaching and personalized workshops.  

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Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus

Brightlands Maastricht Health Campus actively facilitates the development of innovations related to health and life science.

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Rabobank

Rabobank offers high end products and advisory solutions to help you finance your assests, improve financing structure, manage working capital and generally optimize your supply chain.

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Application

The application process is open. Should you be interested in MedLim 2024? Please register here.

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