100+ nominees across 28 categories: MedTech World North America Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
Written by Wara Samar
Tue, 28 Apr 2026
You nominated. We listened.
The nominations for MedTech World North America Awards are now in, bringing forward companies, leaders, and organisations that reflect the breadth of work taking place across medical technology today. Spanning 28 categories, this year’s shortlist highlights innovation, clinical excellence, investment, and leadership across the ecosystem.
The awards are proudly sponsored by Blue Goat Cyber, supporting the recognition of excellence across the MedTech industry.
Now, it’s time to take the next step.
Voting is officially open, and your voice will help determine the winners. Whether you’re supporting your own nomination or backing peers in the industry, this is your opportunity to be part of the decision.
Capital Raising, M&A & Transaction Advisory of the Year
Recognizing advisors accelerating MedTech growth through transactions.
EY Capital Advisors
Mirus Capital Advisors
Deloitte
Allele Capital
Health System Innovation & Academic Partnership of the Year
Celebrating provider-side organizations advancing innovation through partnerships.
University of Miami Health System, UHealth
Houston Methodist
Baptist Health South Florida
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (Sylvester Innovates Fund)
Max Planck Florida Institute
Mayo Clinic
Family Office Investor of the Year
Patient capital with deep medtech operator insight.
Wanke Family Office
Mehta Family Office
Anthro Ventures
MedSight Capital
Meritage Venture Group
Corporate Medtech / Device Strategic Investor of the Year
Recognizing industry giants providing technology and capital support.
Siemens Healthineers
Stryker
Medtronic
Karl Storz
Health System / Hospital VC of the Year
Recognizing provider-side investors bringing clinical insight into venture investing.
Orlando Health Ventures
Cleveland Clinic Innovations
Rex Health Ventures
Mayo Clinic Ventures
TGH Ventures
Growth / Late-Stage VC of the Year
Scaling tomorrow’s category leaders in healthcare.
SV Health Investors
Windham Capital Partners
Deerfield Management
Frazier Healthcare Partners
Angel Investor Group & Syndicate of the Year
Recognizing networks, angel groups, and syndicates supporting early innovation.
New World Angels
Band of Angels
Serial Stage Venture Partners (SSVP)
NuPulse Capital
Early-Stage VC Firm of the Year
Seed & Series A leaders turning ideas into clinical and commercial reality.
Tramway Ventures
Heinz Ventures
Unorthodox Ventures
DeepWork Capital
Sugati Ventures
Best MedTech Talent & Recruitment Partner of the Year
Recognizing specialist firms helping MedTech attract top talent.
FloodGate Medical
Legacy MedSearch
PROJECTUS
Product Development & Engineering Partner of the Year
Recognizing partners that excel at designing, developing, and engineering MedTech solutions.
Beacon Launch Partners
CLEIO
Prolucid Technologies
Orthogonal
Cortex Design Inc
Marketing & Branding Services
Specialized agencies and consultants focused on MedTech growth and visibility.
Podymos
Alluvia Studio
KARV
Icovy Marketing
Make your vote count
Voting is open to everyone. If you or someone in your network has been nominated, now is the time to show your support. Share the shortlist, encourage your community to participate, and help recognise the work taking place across the industry.
Every vote contributes. Attendance at the Awards Gala is reserved for Platinum ticket holders and is strictly by RSVP. Standard ticket holders can upgrade to secure their place and be part of the evening.
