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"To inspire the next generation of EU policymakers, MedTech Europe developed a Manifesto. It is called Empowering Patients, Inspiring Innovation, and it calls for health to be kept high on the EU’s political agenda for the next 5 years" - Oliver Bisazza, CEO of MedTech Europe This week is election week, in this pivotal moment for the future of healthcare in Europe, read our manifesto and understand what is needed to ensure that all patients across the continent enjoy top-tier quality care and unfettered access to medical services and technologies ➡ https://bit.ly/49zo9W2

Today, our board member Elena Moya delivered a presentation on why health systems must deliver with patients at Pharma 2024, organised by Reuters Events in Barcelona. During her presentation, she showcased why patient involvement is non-negotiable when it comes to the success of our healthcare systems. Before diving into technical solutions to strengthen the involvement of the patient community, she emphasised the importance of understanding why patient involvement is so crucial and how it adds value to healthcare systems. Patients' practical understanding of healthcare systems is essential in developing services that align with their needs. To make this possible, we need to promote a cultural shift in how we interact with patients. #PatientPerspective

"Ensuring health policy stays at the forefront of the European agenda is crucial. The health needs of all patients in Europe remain urgent. By prioritising health, we can build a healthier and more resilient Europe for everyone." Oliver Bisazza, CEO of MedTech Europe, reflects on how European election outcomes may influence medical technology regulatory strategy in an interview with MedTech Insight. Read the full article here ➡ https://bit.ly/3x3ftJi

Just wrapped up an insightful session on “EU Combination Products – Opportunities and Challenges” at #DIAeurope2024. Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Enhanced Health Authority Role: There’s a call for stronger dialogue among stakeholders, with health authorities playing a proactive role in supporting and coordinating efforts. 2️⃣ Addressing Legal Limitations: Identifying legal barriers hindering innovation in combination products and a commitment from industry to engage with legislators for necessary changes. 3️⃣ Collaborative Efforts: Emphasizing the importance of ongoing engagement to tackle regulatory challenges. Excited to see collaboration driving innovation in this space! 🚀 Thanks to Björn Eriksson, Alberto Gañan Jimenez, Esteban Herrero-Martinez, Jonathan Sutch for great contributions 🙏 #CombinationProducts #MedicalDevices #RegulatoryChallenges #Innovation #Collaboration 📈👨⚕️🤝

Envision a healthcare future that transcends boundaries, where innovation becomes the cornerstone of accessibility and efficiency. Leading this vision is a commitment to fundamentally patient-centric healthcare systems, delivering top-tier quality care and unfettered access to state-of-the-art solutions. Boldly reimagining for the digital age, we envisage a landscape where technology enhances patient care, streamlines processes, and seamlessly connects healthcare professionals. This commitment goes beyond mere aspirations; it's a dedication to the well-being of patients in Europe and the long-term viability of our healthcare systems. The medical technology sector, a hub of innovation, is actively contributing to this vision, addressing significant healthcare challenges through digital health tools and services. Picture with us the 'Future of Healthcare' - innovative, accessible, and efficient. A future where healthcare is personalised, data-driven, and empowers patients to take control of their well-being. Join us in building a world where medical technology not only combats diseases and extends care to remote regions but also contributes to environmental sustainability. Do you want to know more about our vision? Listen to the exclusive interview with Oliver Bisazza, CEO of MedTech Europe, on the latest episode of Medtech ON AIR: (12 mins): https://bit.ly/mtoas41 Stay tuned for more insights into this vision and the transformative journey ahead! #MedTech4EU #FutureOfHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #EmpoweringPatients

Have you read the POLITICO Europe article on our vision for the future of health in Europe? A patient-centric Europe is one of the four pillars of the MedTech Europe Manifesto for 2024 - 2029. #MedTech4EU Europe can do more to ensure patients have unfettered access to medical services and state-of-the-art solutions. The European Union can play a central role in addressing the remaining challenges that lead to inequity of healthcare access and hamper innovation that can save and improve lives. 📰 Read the article to learn how the European Union can play a central role in achieving a #patientcentric healthcare ➡ https://bit.ly/3VR24hw

Yesterday I took the opportunity provided by vips Vereinigung Pharmafirmen in der Schweiz to take part in the first ever “politics meets industry “ event. It was a great opportunity to listen to and connect with policymakers to discuss the future of healthcare in Switzerland. Connecting with policymakers and regulators is important to make sure we can continue to provide innovation and quality healthcare to affordable prices in Switzerland. #innovation #healthcarepolicy #collaboration #FutureOfHealth

As we approach the 20th Conference on Innovation in Healthcare FUTURE IS NOW, Eli Kress, Co-Founder & CEO of Newleaf.ai, shared his impressions of the conference, a leading platform for exchanging experiences in healthcare between countries. Register for FUTURE IS NOW Central Europe and join the platform on June 11th in Bratislava. I'll share the registration link in the comments. #FutureIsNow #Conference #CentralEurope #HealthcareInnovation

Irish Medtech is the voice of the industry in Ireland, that is why we have worked with colleagues, our board, and members, to identify, and articulate policies needed to ensure that the sector thrives. In recent weeks, Irish Medtech Director Eoghan Ó Faoláin and I have been meeting with policymakers from leading parties to help them understand the role which the sector plays in both growing the economy, and shaping healthcare. Our recommendations outlined in our 'Priorities for Government' report published today are: - Pillar 1: Health and patient access - Pillar 2: Enterprise and innovation - Pillar 3: Education and skills - Pillar 4: Sustainability and environment You can read our release here: https://lnkd.in/eKYrMaz4 Our dedicated webpage outline our priorities is here: https://lnkd.in/eW3HCTX2

🗓️ Save the date | 11 September | Join us for a critical discussion on the need to revitalise European innovation and competitiveness in the global landscape. Once at the forefront of technological and scientific innovation, Europe now finds itself in a new competitiveness crisis, with a slower pace and less productivity than its global peers. While an effective innovation environment in Europe will play an essential role in revitalising European competitiveness, innovation is not just about economic growth; but also about empowering our healthcare sector and driving productivity. ⤵️ Stay tuned and find out more about the event below. #FoEDebate #HealthInnovation #EUCompetitiveness #FutureOfEurope Bristol Myers Squibb