DIGIVITALITY

#DIGIVITALITY Project Meeting in Bratislava!??????This week, all project partners gathered in Bratislava for an inspiring and productive meeting! ?? Over two days, we are working together to advance key aspects of the project, sharing insights, discussing progress, and refining strategies. ?? Some of the key highlights included: ???Shaping the Digital Health Innovation Playbook: This open-access guide will capture the project’s experiences and best practices, serving as a lasting resource even beyond DIGIVITALITY. ???Assessing digital health readiness: Partners explored the preparedness levels of individual countries for adopting digital health solutions and outlined concrete steps to bridge existing gaps. ???Strengthening collaboration between startups and hospitals: The meeting provided a space to exchange experiences, highlight best practices, and address challenges in fostering innovation in healthcare. Beyond the agenda, this gathering is a fantastic opportunity to strengthen partnerships and spark new ideas for the future of #digitalhealth. ?? A huge thank you to everyone! ?? Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme #DigitalHealth #Innovation #Collaboration #Healthcare #cooperationiscentral #HealthcareInnovation #Startups #HealthTech #DigitalHealth Health Venture Lab University of Debrecen Syreon Research Institute Medical University of Lodz Ljubljanski univerzitetni inkubator (LUI) Civitta SAPIE - Slovak Alliance for Innovation Economy Univerzitná nemocnica Martin 1. léka?ská fakulta UK EIT Health EIT Health InnoStars Semmelweis University DEX Innovation Centre (DEX IC) General hospital Murska Sobota

From Lab to Hospital part I.: How PD Watch is Changing Lives ?? Parkinson’s disease presents unique challenges for patients and doctors alike. Standard neurological exams, which often last just 20 minutes a few times a year, can miss the daily fluctuations in symptoms that significantly impact patients’ lives. But what if there was a way to monitor these changes in real time? ?? Well, presenting?PD Watch - an innovative application and wearable device developed by the?Biomedical Lab at Charles University! ???? This groundbreaking tool is now being validated in collaboration with the Krajská nemocnice Liberec, a.s. in the Czech Republic. Together, startups, doctors, and physiotherapists are working to revolutionize the way Parkinson’s disease is monitored and treated. ?? What Makes PD Watch Game-Changing? ?? Real-time data collection for a more complete picture of symptom fluctuations. ?? Improved decision-making for new therapies and personalized treatment plans. ?? Remote access for continuous monitoring—no more relying solely on memory or outdated symptom diaries. From?alpha testing?to?medical validation?with real patients, this collaboration is paving the way for better diagnostic accuracy and enhanced care. And this is just the?beginning of our #Digivitality series, where we’ll explore how innovators and hospitals are teaming up to bring cutting-edge solutions into clinical practice. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories in the weeks to come! ?? #InnovationInHealthcare #ParkinsonsDisease #MedTech #StartupCollaboration #PDWatch #biomedicallab #medical

During our latest #Digivitality webinar, we learned all about the validation and certification of a medical product. ?? Alja? Podbor?ek, who is an expert in quality management in the healthcare field, instructed the participants the steps that one should take to compliant with the regulations and ready for the market. Attendees learned valuable knowledge ranging from standards to quality systems to develop successful products. ???? 3 Key Takeaways from webinar: 1?? Start with a well-defined concept and stay flexible – Use feedback to refine your design and prototypes. 2?? Meet regulatory standards – Compliance with FDA, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, and other standards is essential for global market access. 3?? Focus on post-market monitoring – Real-world data and updates are crucial for maintaining quality and adapting to new requirements. ?? Top questions included certification costs, clinical evaluation needs, and differences between EU and U.S. regulations. We appreciate all the enthusiasm and look forward to seeing you at the next #Digivitality session! ?? #MedTech #medicalInnovation #productvalidation #Digivitality Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme #healthcare #healthcareinnovation #cooperationiscentral

The next session in our Digivitality webinar series is planned for?November 7 and?we’re excited to welcome Alja? Podbor?ek?for a deep dive into?Product Validation & Verification. ???? ?? This session will explore the essential role of Validation & Verification in ensuring the compliance and effectiveness of medical devices throughout their lifecycle. Startups will learn about key components of a successful Quality Management System, including user needs validation, risk analyses, and effective testing strategies to meet regulatory requirements.?? Startups in the program can also book?1:1 sessions?with Alja? for tailored support. Stay tuned for top insights! ??? #Digivitality?Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme?#healthcare #healthcareinnovation?#cooperationiscentral

We've just wrapped up the second webinar in our DIGIVITALITY programme!????? This session was all about sales strategy, led by the knowledgeable Daniel Kulig, an experienced startup mentor and angel investor. ?? The session covered key growth elements for startups, including: ? Expanding sales channels ? Increasing market traction ?Building strategic partnerships The discussion delved into complex industries like healthcare, covering topics such as forming partnerships, mergers, acquisition strategies, and crafting sustainable sales models for long-term success. This session may be over, but there’s much more to come! Stay tuned for upcoming expert-led webinars covering a range of exciting topics. ???? https://lnkd.in/gpdx8Dj5 #SalesStrategy #HealthcareInnovation #DIGIVITALITY #DigitalHealth #cooperationiscentral

Check out our video about Digivitality programme! ???Discover how we’re driving digital transformation in healthcare and the impact we’re making across Europe. ???? #digivitality Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme

This week, representatives from 13 partners of the #Digivitality project gathered in beautiful Ljubljana to reflect on the progress, exchange valuable feedback, and outline the next key steps of the project. ???? It was the perfect opportunity to exchange experiences on how digital innovations are transforming healthcare systems across countries and how they integrate it into?public healthcare systems. Plus, meeting face-to-face gives us all a chance to connect with startups and dive deeper into practical solutions from the field. ?? Together, we’re shaping the future of digital healthcare! ???? #Digivitality?Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme #cooperationiscentral?#HealthcareInnovation #Startups?#HealthTech?#DigitalHealth?Health Venture Lab?University of Debrecen?Syreon Research Institute?Medical University of Lodz?Ljubljanski univerzitetni inkubator (LUI)?Civitta?SAPIE - Slovak Alliance for Innovation Economy?Univerzitná nemocnica Martin?1. léka?ská fakulta UK?EIT Health EIT Health InnoStars?Semmelweis University?DEX Innovation Centre (DEX IC) General hospital Murska Sobota

We just kicked off the first webinar in our DIGIVITALITY programme! ?? This month’s focus was on Go-to-Market Strategy, led by the brilliant Henrik Ibsen, CEO of e-HealthBrains. The session covered key elements for startups looking to scale their #digital #health innovations, including: ?Medical device considerations ?Business models ?Pricing strategies ?Pitching tips And that’s just the start!? We’ll bring you expert-led webinars on topics like sales, product development, and more every month. Stay tuned for details on the next sessions. ???? https://lnkd.in/gpdx8Dj5 #GoToMarket #HealthcareInnovation #DIGIVITALITY #DigitalHealth #Mentorship #WebinarSeries

Introducing last #DIGIVITALITY Innovator, AutoCast! ?? AutoCast is an innovative therapeutic system designed to treat diabetic foot ulcers by combining modern technology with personalized medical insoles and a patient-centric mobile application. Their solution aims to accelerate wound healing, reduce pain, and improve the quality of life for patients with diabetes. Why did they join?????? “We decided to join the Digivitality Programme to validate the clinical effectiveness of our solution and to develop a robust market entry strategy. We hope to leverage the program's resources and network to establish key partnerships and accelerate the commercialization of our technology.” shares their team. ?? We wish them lots of luck in upcoming challenges!

Introducing #DIGIVITALITY Innovator, ZenZen Diabetes Support! ?? They offer 24/7 personalized support, meal planning, easy data tracking, and emotional assistance. Changing the way gestational diabetes is managed – more than data, it's knowledge; more than tracking, it's support. Why did they join?????? “We applied to Digivitality because we are committed to developing a support app that benefits both patients and clinicians equally. To achieve this, we need to collaborate with doctors for insights and engage users for testing. Additionally, we are preparing for medical device certification, which is essential for entering the B2B reimbursement market.” shares their team. ?? We wish them lots of luck in upcoming challenges!