Roundtable Discussion on the Implementation of the European Health Data Space (EHDS)
Roundtable Discussion on the Implementation of the European Health Data Space (EHDS)
Join us for an expert Roundtable Discussion on the Implementation of the European Health Data Space (EHDS), with the Members only Healthcare Committee Meeting taking place on 23 October, from 14:00 - 14:45 and the Roundtable following starting from 14:45 - 16:00 CEST.
This in-depth roundtable discussion will focus on the European Health Data Space (EHDS), a cornerstone of the newly formed European Health Union. It will aim to address critical aspects of the implementation of the EHDS, particularly regarding the data sharing for secondary use, which will be decisive for the future of R&D in Europe. This discussion will help to evaluate the best way forward to ensure that the EHDS catalyses, rather than hampers, health innovation in Europe.
Speaker Lineup
We aim to create an engaging and collaborative environment with expert speakers from industry, academia and policy makers who will share their insights on the new EHDS legislation. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a moderated Q&A session, ensuring a dynamic and interactive discussion.
Lucía Escapa Castro
Chief of the cabinet of the Secretary General for Digital Health, Information and Innovation at the Spanish Ministry of Health
Lucía has more than 30 years of expertise in the ITC area (developer, project manager, CIO, strategic advisor…). She has experience in the regulatory framework of digital health and data analysis, both at European and at Spanish level and has been working in the EHDS regulation during the Spanish presidency of the European Council.
Elina Drakvik
Senior Lead at Finnish Innovation Fund SITRA
Elina Drakvik is a specialist for Sitra's Health Data 2030 project, where she promotes the use of health data in Finland and Europe. With around 10 years of experience in European health research, she has managed EU projects in Finland and Sweden and has expertise in research funding and international collaboration from her time at the Academy of Finland.
Sofie De Broe
Head of Healthdata.be and Scientific Director of data governance at Sciensano (joining online)
Sofie De Broe plays a key role in advancing the use of health data in Belgium and Europe. Under her leadership, Healthdata.be provides an infrastructural system allowing the investigation of health(care)-related data in Belgium. Ms De Broe has a visiting Chair at Maastricht University.
Naomi Drewitt
Policy Lead in the Data Strategy Team and Digital Policy Unit at the UK Department of Health and Social Care
Naomi is responsible for running the UK Department of Health's digital and data strategies. She has 21 years of experience in the UK Department of Health with various roles in policy improvement, project management, and leader of the Primary Care Quality team.
EHDS
Adopted in spring 2024, the EHDS is set to revolutionise digital health by facilitating data sharing among patients, policymakers, researchers, and innovators.
Find the Factsheet hereRegister as soon as possible to take part in an enlightening discussion.
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Dishman, Committees Officer at lauren.dishman@britcham.eu