H4: A Pragmatic Hub for Health and Care Innovation
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In a world where the challenges of the health and care sectors are multiplying, H4 positions itself as a unique innovation hub in Lausanne, Switzerland. Through its pragmatic and collaborative approach, H4 supports groundbreaking projects and accelerates the development of impactful and sustainable solutions. Since its creation in 2022, with the support of the Fondation La Source and the Canton of Vaud, H4 has collaborated with over 100 projects led by individuals, start-ups, and established companies, enhancing their value proposition, risk management, and collaborative potential.
A Systemic and Collaborative Hub
Health innovation requires a multidisciplinary and integrated approach. H4 addresses this need by bringing together healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and institutions to co-create practical, safe, and scalable solutions.
One of H4’s key strengths lies in its close integration with real-world health practices. As part of the Institut La Source, H4 benefits from La Source’s expertise and extensive Swiss network in health and care, ensuring personalised and effective support for project leaders and young start-ups.
“H4 is above all a collaborative space connecting entrepreneurs and innovators with the health and care sector. We are committed to facilitating access to this key sector, serving as a true springboard for deploying innovative and impactful solutions.” – Laurence Capel, H4 Operations Manager
What H4 Offers
H4 provides tailored support for innovators in the health sector, offering:
• Direct access to a wide network of excellence in health and care.
• A collaborative and open environment fostering co-creation.
• Personalised guidance.
• Innovation optimisation by reducing risks and addressing existing gaps.
• A structured experimentation phase to accelerate development.
A Structured Model Based on Four Pillars
H4 operates on four core principles:
• Hands-on: Targeted, hands-on support enabling fast and personalised project assessments.
• Human: Fostering connections between entrepreneurs, experts, and healthcare professionals to drive synergies.
• Health: Commitment to initiatives with a lasting impact on health.
• Hub: A dynamic space facilitating the emergence and deployment of innovative solutions.
Services Tailored to Start-Ups and Companies
To support start-ups and established businesses in the health sector, H4 offers:
• Easy access to experts and users for rapid innovation validation.
• Real-world testing to maximise relevance and adoption of solutions.
• Tailored support to accelerate entrepreneurs’ development.
• Synergy with existing innovation networks to optimise resources and reduce costs.
• Collaboration with public and private initiatives to unlock new opportunities.
What H4’s Partners Say
💬 Eugénie Vellieux, CEO Holiyou – Assisted reproduction support app:
“Thanks to H4’s document analysis, I refined my value proposition and aligned it more closely with market needs. Their practical approach helped me understand field challenges, making this phase incredibly enriching.”
💬 Josselin Meylan, CEO Carewell – Marketplace for healthcare professionals:
“H4 provided invaluable feedback on our pitch and connected us with key players in the healthcare system. Their direct connection with practice was essential for us.”
A Collaborative Space Serving the Health Ecosystem
H4 welcomes:
• Start-ups and early-stage project leaders seeking tailored support to accelerate their growth.
• Companies and institutions seeking innovative solutions.
• Strategic partners wishing to contribute to H4’s sustainability.
With a vision rooted in innovation and a mission focused on pragmatic and adaptable solutions, H4 is a key player in transforming the health and care sectors.
Interested in joining H4? Contact the team here.
➡️ Source: H4 | 📸 (L to R) Laurence Capel (Head of Operations), Prof. Dominique Truchot-Cardot (Full Professor HES. Head of SILAB
Institut et Haute Ecole de la Santé La Source), Dr. Thierry Dagaeff (H4 Project Manager) | ©Anne-Laure Lechat