A new accelerator program and early-stage fund focused on healthcare technology and artificial intelligence has secured support from prominent figures in the industry. Mary Minno, a veteran in healthcare innovation, announced the launch of Treehub, an accelerator designed for startups at the intersection of healthcare and AI. The initiative is paired with the AI Health Fund, which will provide early-stage capital to select companies.
The program comes as investment in healthcare AI continues to rise, with Esther Wojcicki, a longtime education advocate, and her sister Anne Wojcicki, co-founder of 23andMe, joining as investors. Their involvement signals growing confidence in startups using AI to improve patient outcomes, streamline diagnostics, and reduce costs in healthcare systems.
Treehub will offer mentorship, resources, and access to industry networks for up to 10 startups per cohort. The accelerator’s first program is set to begin in late 2026, with applications opening in June. Selected companies will receive seed funding ranging from $500,000 to $2 million, depending on their stage and needs.
The AI Health Fund, managed by Minno and her team, will focus on companies developing AI tools for clinical decision support, drug discovery, and operational efficiency in hospitals. Anne Wojcicki emphasized the fund’s role in addressing gaps in healthcare innovation, particularly where AI can bridge divides in access and affordability.
This marks Minno’s second major healthcare venture after her earlier work with Omada Health, a digital therapeutics company she co-founded. The accelerator’s location and partnerships are yet to be announced, but organizers say they aim to build ties with academic institutions and healthcare providers in the U.S. and Europe.
Source: techcrunch.com