[davismwfl]

I work at a medical startup that produces hardware and software. I can tell you nothing in medical is easy or inexpensive.

If you are really motivated you can start with simple off the shelf components and show people the vision, get them on board. It doesn't have to look perfect, just be communicative and demonstrable in some form. While I agree in theory with some other comments about getting some high net worth Dr's etc to maybe fund the initial work, this is a lot easier said than done. Hospitals in the U.S. are even harder and generally won't talk to you unless you already have product in hand and can prove you meet their security requirements etc. The U.S. medical market is tough for a multitude of reasons, it is also ripe for innovation, so it is worth it, just not easy.

I will say this too, without something to show/demo in some form (even partial functionality), you will likely not succeed in raising money. It sounds like from your very brief description of yourself you are an "unknown" entity so you will struggle to raise the funds unless you have an amazing network. I am not criticizing you, it is just the way the system works. You can still do it, just expect many "no"'s from people and don't get discouraged, eventually you will find a yes.