The Clinic is McMaster University's home for health innovation. Its network, The Clinic @ Mac, The Clinic @ Joe's, and The Clinic @ DeGroote, brings together students, staff, faculty, and entrepreneurs to explore ideas with the potential to change the face of healthcare.
The pillars of The Clinic are Education @ The Clinic and Residency @ The Clinic.
The Clinic network was made possible through the generosity of Mary and Marnix Heersink and their family.
With their support, we have created a unique learning experience for emerging health innovators.
The Clinic's Resources Tackle Several Innovation Challenges
Entrepreneurial Education
The Clinic is the learning hub for educational activities and entrepreneurial training in health innovation.
Specialized Resources
We focus on problem sourcing, needs assessment, and team creation to develop solutions specifically for healthcare.
Facilitated Development
Our dedicated Clinic Coaches work with teams to help set the milestones needed to keep projects moving forward.
Relevant Connections
Our Clinic Coaches and Mentors are experts from academia and industry with vast networks.
Pillars of The Clinic
Latest News from The Clinic
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Apply for the MGDII Innovation Consultant Internship
by Sarrah Lal
Do you want to make an impact in health innovation this summer? We are currently looking for Innovation Consultant interns to work with the Faculty of Health Sciences and MGDII senior leadership teams, faculty members, clinicians, and subject matter experts to support the development of innovation education and commercialization opportunities. Read more
Two Clinic Resident teams named in McMaster Engineering's 'Startups to Watch'
by Ciara McCann
In celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week, we are recognizing six thriving startups founded by McMaster Engineering students and alumni. Global Entrepreneurship Week, which runs from November 16 to 22, is a time to inspire entrepreneurs to explore their potential while fostering connections and increasing collaboration within their ecosystems. Read more
Health Venture Program Graduate Wins People’s Choice Award at Lions Lair Pitch Competition
by Charlotte Miller
Lianna Genovese, a Health Venture Program (HVP) graduate, recently won the 2020 People’s Choice Award at the Lions Lair pitch competition. The $2,500 prize was one of many that Lianna, and her company ImaginAble Solutions, has won recently. Read more