3 month program to build projects and connect with like-minded builders
new ∙ cohort based program
sept 14 - dec 14 ∙ all backgrounds welcome
program overview
3 month professional program for engineers, scientists, and doctors to build new solutions to increase access to quality healthcare globally.
1
emerging professionals
with 2+ years experience wanting to explore what's next
2
researchers + builders
who are looking to work on personal or professional projects
3
future founders
who want to build + meet future co-founders
michael raspuzzi is a ceo coach focused on applications of emerging tech + science. his background includes:
OKB Hope Foundation, a nonprofit organization that is deeply committed to bringing healthcare services to the remote and underserved communities in ghana. they will be partnering with the studio to provide on the ground insights and mentorship.
"we're excited to help teams go from idea to on the ground testing to find ways to create better healthcare solutions."
osei kwadwo boateng
founder + executive director of okb hope foundation
we've run 300+ weekly sessions as a team, working with 2,000+ founders, researchers, and ambitious young people. this is what they've had to say:
"11/10 experience!"
shawn, founder @ yc
"i got tools to analyze problems and the chance to train them every session."
sofi, researcher @ stanford
"the extra support while iterating through so many ideas was so helpful!"
ashley, founder from caltech
"michael uses practical first-principle based methods to tackle problems as well as guidance for personal growth."
mukundh, researcher @ harvard + mit's broad institute
"this gave me a glimpse into the future of how science will be done and opened a tangible path to be a part of that future."
gary, ai @ mayo clinic
"this has been an amazing experience and has helped me grow in a great community."
valkyrie, founder @ faura
this is a project focused, cohort based program where we treat building like a sport helping you level up across different areas.
skillsets
mindsets
sept 14 - dec 14
mindset: high standards ∙ skillset: slide design
get an overview understanding of the current healthtech landscape and identify key trends in the space
mindset: curiosity ∙ skillset: podcast style discussion
explore how to think big for how the latest developments in machine learning can change different areas of healthcare
mindset: figure it out skillset: problem statements
discover what's possible for on device solutions and learn about the status quo
mindset: bias towards action ∙ skillset: mockups + demos
work with teams over a weekend to build a demo for a new solution
mindset: perspective∙ skillset: asking good questions
understand how to ask good questions when doing user research and customer discovery
mindset: seek understanding ∙ skillset: memos
train and practice the skillset of root cause analysis to frame problems
mindset: boss mentality ∙ skillset: pitch
gain feedback from on the ground mentors and practice pitching new ideas
mindset: mental models ∙ skillset: economic incentive
make a team, research and understand a problem, and create a demo over multiple weeks
mindset: authenticity ∙ skillset: feedback
pitch to invited judges and receive feedback on final projects
mindset: do things that make sense ∙ skillset: economic incentive
each team will pitch what they think is the next big thing in climate tech and get live feedback from top leaders in industry.
⏰ 5-10+ hours per week average*
2 hours per week
2hr weekly cohort sessions
3-10+ hours per week
work on your own projects
<1 hours per week
explore content, playbooks, and connect with the community.
*what you put into this is what you get out of it. the range shows the average expectations to make the most of the program.
join an upcoming cohort
ai + healthcare global studio
apply by aug 15th for early application ∙ program dates: sept 14 - dec 14
think of these membership options like a gym membership.
tier 1 = access pass. tier 2 = cohort based classes. tier 3 = working with personalized coaches.
ideal for lite monthly commitment, one main project, and joining the community.
$149 / month
community
✓ join the virtual community slack
✓ access to resource library
✓ conditional invite to final showcase
cohort sessions
✓ join 1x sprint a month (3 total)
✓ invite to hack in sf (hybrid)
extra
✓ life time community access
most popular
weekly personalized support to build a portfolio of multiple projects to unlock what's next.
$495 / month
community
✓ join the virtual community slack
✓ access to resource library
✓ invite to participate in final showcase
cohort sessions
✓ join all weekly sprints (15 total)
✓ invite to hack in sf (hybrid)
✓ access to community office hours
coaching
✓ group coaching and weekly support
✓ 1-1 feedback available
✓ acccess to ai coaching
extra
✓ access to extra community events
✓ life time community access
personalized 1-1 mentoring and training for new skill development and multiple projects.
$995 / month
community
✓ join the virtual community slack
✓ access to resource library
✓ invite to participate in final showcase
cohort sessions
✓ join all weekly sprints (15 total)
✓ invite to hack in sf (hybrid)
✓ access to community office hours
coaching
✓ group coaching and weekly support
✓ 1-1 feedback available
✓ access to ai coaching
✓ 1-1 personalized technical tutoring and hourly extra support with expert mentors
extra
✓ access to extra community events
✓ life time community access
*all applications are need blind with both need based and merit based scholarships available.
what if i can't make a live virtual session?
you will have recap memos for all of the material, but the session itself won't be recorded. each session focuses on actively training new skills or team projects.
when are the session times?
we will determine the session times that best fit those accepted. polling will be part of the onboarding process
are there scholarships available?
we have a need blind application. if you get in and cannot afford the program, then we'll do what we can to help. we have merit based scholarships and need based scholarships.
what's the refund policy?
if you did not have a good experience for any reason and joined at least 75% of the sessions, then full refunds are available through the final week of the program.
join an upcoming cohort
ai + healthcare global studio
apply by aug 15th for early application ∙ program dates: sept 14 - dec 14
made with ambition in sf 🌉 2024