Applications are still open for the Health Innovation Program, designed at the intersection of fintech and healthtech and developed with a focus on financial health technologies.
At a time when healthcare expenditures are rapidly increasing, developing alternative financing solutions that both support the financial sustainability of health systems and ensure patients’ timely access to innovative treatments is becoming a critical need.
Healthcare is evolving, and meaningful progress depends on bringing together the right expertise, ideas, and partners. In that spirit, Novartis Türkiye, in partnership with Tenity, MEXT and Swiss Embassy in Türkiye and Swissnex launched the Health Innovation Program which aims to bring together the public sector, private sector, academia, civil society, and the investment ecosystem.
We are looking for healthtech and fintech startups developing solutions in the following areas:
- Smart Payment Systems and Financial Access
- Secure and Integrated Financing Infrastructure
- Innovative Insurance and Outcome-Based Models
Who can apply?
Startups that have completed the MVP or idea stage and are at a more advanced stage with previously tested products are encouraged to apply.
Selected startups will present their solutions to the jury during the Challenge Day to be held in Ankara on 11 June 2026, and will also explore collaboration opportunities with Novartis Türkiye teams.
Application deadline: 10 April 2026
For details, please visit the program website: program website
Application link: Apply here
