CICALab

CICALab stands as a premier Australian accelerator dedicated to fostering clinical innovation and transitioning healthcare professionals into successful entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs. The organisation caters to a broad spectrum of clinicians, encompassing doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and students, all driven by a shared commitment to advancing the healthcare sector. CICALab's core mission involves supporting these individuals in cultivating their innovative concepts, establishing new ventures, or instigating impactful change within their existing professional capacities. Their meticulously designed programs equip participants with the critical skills, expansive networks, and vital resources required to effectively navigate the intricate interplay of health, technology, business, and investment.

Building upon the foundation laid by Medical Angels, CICALab has evolved from two successful years leading the Australian Clinical Entrepreneur Program (AUSCEP), offering a distinct and highly effective methodology. A key differentiator for CICALab is its unparalleled access to Australia's most remarkable innovation network and expertise. This extensive network, facilitated through Medical Angels, comprises the largest portfolio of healthcare companies in Australia, with over $10 million in early-stage capital already invested. Furthermore, participants benefit from unmatched connections to a network exceeding 70,000 decision-makers, funders, clinicians, and innovators. The programs are thoughtfully designed by clinicians for clinicians, ensuring a highly relevant and supportive ecosystem where ideas are nurtured from conception to impact, offering pathways for both nascent ideas and the scaling of existing businesses.

CICALab's significant contributions include empowering countless clinicians to become change-makers, equipping them with the practical tools, robust resources, and strategic frameworks necessary to enact positive transformations for patients, communities, and the broader healthcare system. The distinguished leadership team, a blend of accomplished entrepreneurs and experienced clinicians, provides invaluable guidance. This team includes Dr. Amandeep Hansra, the visionary Founder of Medical Angels, Dr. Mian Bi, Co-founder of Medical Angels, and Greg Moran, who serves as Program Lead for CICA Lab. Other influential leaders such as Dr. Louise Schaper, a highly regarded digital health advocate, Dr. Sarah Newby, and Dr. Elise Putt also contribute their expertise. Their collective leadership fosters an environment of collaborative growth, culminating in a showcase event where participants present their developed innovations to potential investors and key stakeholders, facilitating real-world impact and future growth opportunities.