Innovate: The MedTech Series – A Journey Through Innovation to an AI-Driven Future Training Course

Part of Innovate – The MedTech Series series:

Overview

In August 2024, the European Union (EU) made history with the approval of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act—the world’s first legislation specifically aimed at regulating AI applications.This landmark act seeks to protect EU citizens from potential harms of AI, while maintaining Europe’s global competitiveness. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen marked the occasion as a "historic moment," noting that “the AI Act transposes European values to a new era.” The regulation will take effect in August 2026, bringing significant implications for the healthcare sector. Under the AI Act, any medical device using AI will be classified as “high risk,” just one tier below full prohibition.

How did we arrive at this point? The evolution of AI in healthcare has been shaped by a continuous interplay between advances in IT and healthcare innovations, combined with the need for cultural and structural shifts to ensure future-ready healthcare systems. Yet, this co-evolution has not been seamless; progress has alternated between breakthroughs and bottlenecks.

This session, in partnership with Bax Innovation, will guide participants through the key phases of digital health’s evolution, showcasing real-world cases that illuminate the challenges of digital adoption. Finally, we’ll delve into the AI Act, reflecting on whether AI applications will face similar hurdles or if the Act will help us move past these challenges once and for all.

Key topics covered in this exciting talk will include:

• An introduction to key digital health terms, definitions, and their evolution
• A look at the four waves of digital health innovation, their origins, and their impact on healthcare systems.
• Real-life examples illustrating the challenges of adopting digital health solutions in healthcare systems, as well as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
• An overview of the EU’s Coordinated Plan on Artificial Intelligence, the AI Act, and the role of Testing and Experimentation Facilities (TEFs) in securing Europe’s competitive edge in a global market shaped by major players like the USA and China

This course is part of our range of Medical Devices training courses

Benefits of attending

This course offers clarity within a rapidly evolving field, empowering participants to distinguish key insights from the noise. By joining, you will:

• Discover the synergy between IT advancements and healthcare that has defined four waves of digital health innovation
• Explore real case studies that demonstrate both the advantages and complexities of implementing digital health solutions, as well as the role of national policies in
  shaping their adoption
• Gain an essential understanding of the AI Act and insights into the EU's preparations
  for its implementation in 2026

Who should attend?

This course on the evolution of digital health is designed for a diverse audience. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a policymaker, or simply curious about the role of digital solutions in modern healthcare, this course will offer you valuable insights!

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