Health Wildcatters

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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

06/16/2026

🚨 Happening Tomorrow!

Join Biostack Ventures at Health Wildcatters for the official Texas HQ Launch on Wednesday, June 17, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Connect with founders, investors, and healthcare innovation leaders while enjoying networking, lunch, and a portfolio showcase.

Limited seating available.
RSVP: [email protected]

06/12/2026

🚨 Last Call: The application deadline for Health Wildcatters Cohort 14 is quickly approaching!

Ready to accelerate your healthcare startup? Join a network of 130 portfolio companies, industry-leading mentors, and investors shaping the future of healthcare.

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

Photos from Health Wildcatters's post 06/11/2026

This week, we welcomed our investor community for Health Wildcatters' Annual Investor Dinner! 🚀

Thank you to the investors, partners, and supporters whose commitment to innovation continues to fuel the next generation of healthcare entrepreneurs.

Together, we're advancing breakthrough innovations and shaping the future of healthcare, one startup at a time.

06/11/2026

Biostack Ventures is relocating its headquarters to DFW. 🚀

Join them at Health Wildcatters on Wednesday, June 17, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM for the Texas HQ launch, featuring networking, lunch, and a portfolio showcase.

Limited seating available.
RSVP: [email protected]

06/08/2026

We are proud to continue our partnership with the LSX Congress USA, one of the leading events bringing together biotech executives, investors, pharmaceutical leaders, and strategic partners to accelerate innovation across the life sciences ecosystem.

From emerging biotech companies seeking capital and visibility to later-stage organizations pursuing strategic partnerships and commercialization opportunities, LSX Congress USA is designed to facilitate the conversations and connections that drive growth and impact.

📅 September 23–24, 2026
📍 Boston, MA
🎟️ Early Bird Registration Now Open (Use code HW15 for discounted registration)
🔗 Register: https://informaconnect.com/lsx-world-congress-usa/?vip_code=HW15

Photos from Health Wildcatters's post 06/04/2026

We were thrilled to welcome a full room of healthcare leaders, founders, investors, clinicians, ecosystem leaders, and innovators for today's Pulse Luncheon featuring Dr. Daniel Hommes, Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

The luncheon event featured a fireside chat with Health Wildcatters CEO Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA and Dr. Daniel Hommes, Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at UT Southwestern Medical Center, on The Next Decade of Healthcare Innovation at UTSW.

Insights were shared on how the Innovation Hub powered by UT Southwestern are accelerating the translation of research and breakthrough discoveries into real-world impact, while helping position North Texas as a leading hub for healthcare and life sciences innovation.

Thank you to Dr. Hommes for sharing his vision and leadership, and to everyone who joined us today!

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

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!

Photos from Health Wildcatters's post 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/

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3000 Pegasus Park Drive, Ste 1330
Dallas, TX
75247

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm