
What We Do
As the innovation hub for UW Health and the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, we partner with innovators to transform ideas into actionable health care solutions, supporting progress from concept to market.
Health Care Product Development Support

Expert one-on-one support when you need it, where you need it.
- Market exploration
- Competitive analysis
- Technical feasibility
- Regulatory considerations
- Adoption hurdle considerations
- Go-to-market plan
Investment
Dollars

Investment support for UW affiliated health care start-up companies.
- Engagement of health system resources and expertise
- Up to $500,000 per investment
- Board observer or special information rights
Are you an innovator?
Is My Project a Good Fit for Isthmus Project
Basic Criteria for an Idea
Innovative Health Care Solution
UW or UW Health Affiliation
Commercial Potential
Isthmus Project Support
Guidance & Expertise
Diligence & Vetting for Commercial Potential
Possible Investment Dollars
Intake Meeting and Preparation
Compile Non-proprietary Info to Share
Prepare to Convey the Value
Consider How Isthmus Project Might Support Your Project
Do you have a health care innovation?
Want to be an expert resource?
