Navigating the Future: Key Ingredients for a Worthwhile Health Tech Conference
James Davis
Founder, CEO @ inicio health | Delivering clinically led, patient centred, innovative digital solutions for health
With a few posting lists of upcoming conferences, it had me thinking and responding to questions about how to select the right conference, event or roundtable - what are the key ingredients to avoid networking burnout and apathy? With an overwhelming number of events to choose from, it's crucial to identify which conferences offer the most value.
As the healthcare sector embraces digital transformation, health tech conferences have become pivotal in shaping the future of patient care and operational efficiency.
Here are my thoughts on the key ingredients to look for (please add yours in the comments):
1. Clinically Led and Patient-Centric Agendas: The heart of healthcare innovation lies in its ability to centre around patient outcomes. Conferences that prioritise clinically-led discussions and patient-centric solutions mirror our ethos at Inicio Health, ensuring that technology serves the fundamental purpose of enhancing care.
2. A Blend of Proven and Emerging Technologies: The most impactful conferences showcase the latest in AI, automation, and data analytics, but also how the tried and tested is still breaking new ground. These tools are not just buzzwords; they are essential components in driving operational efficiency and precision in healthcare.
3. Comprehensive Digital Transformation Themes: Look for events that go beyond surface-level tech showcases. The integration of EHRs, intelligent automation, and custom digital solutions represents a holistic approach to healthcare's future, resonating with our work at inicio health .
4. Cultural and Operational Shifts: Technology is just one piece of the puzzle. The best conferences also focus on the necessary cultural and operational shifts within healthcare organisations, reflecting our belief in transformation beyond technology. Proud2bOps - An Operational Movement have a great approach to this.
5. Public Sector Inclusion: With our commitment to public sector healthcare providers, it's vital to attend conferences that address the unique challenges and opportunities within this realm, especially concerning NHS and international health sectors like the US & UAE.
6. Networking with Innovators and Leaders: Conferences are not just about listening to speakers but also about engaging with other professionals. Look for events that foster networking, allowing for the exchange of ideas and potential collaborations. The guys at Healthcare Partnership Network (HPN) deliver every time on this.
7. Real-World Case Studies: Theories and concepts are vital, but real-world applications and case studies bring them to life. Conferences that highlight practical implementations of health tech offer invaluable insights into what works (and what doesn’t). HETT Show Digital Health Rewired & NHS Confederation are standouts.
8. Forward-Thinking Yet Practical: The best conferences balance visionary ideas with practical solutions. They should not only inspire but also provide actionable insights that attendees can apply within their organisations. Digital Healthcare Show ????
Choosing the right conferences can significantly influence our strategies and outcomes, but getting the right one ain't easy!
I've tagged a few here, but there are even more to keep an eye out for listed at the end of this article, most importantly, let’s make every opportunity to get together face to face and learn count towards a better, more efficient, and patient-focused future in healthcare.
Arab Health Exhibition 2024 | 29th Jan - 1st Feb?| Dubai > https://www.abhi.org.uk/events/exhibitions/arab-health-2024/ / https://www.arabhealthonline.com/en/Home.htmlNHS
Workforce Conference?| 7th Feb | Manchester?> https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/the-nhs-workforce-conference-2024-febCovenzis Convenzis Group
Patient Flow | 8th Feb?|?> https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/the-patient-flow-conference-north-2024
Health Service Journal Digital Transformation Summit | 8th Feb - 9th Feb?| Birmingham?> https://digitaltransformation.hsj.co.uk/Med
Med-Tech World Tech World Roadshow | 26th Feb | Dubai > https://med-tech.world/the-roadshow/NHS
Connectivity - Leaving legacy behind | 27th Feb | London > https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/nhs-connectivity-leaving-legacy-tech-behind-feb
HETT North | 28th February | Manchester?> https://www.hettnorth.co.uk/
Virtual Wards Conference?| 29th February | London > https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/nhs-virtual-wards-conference-south-2024
ViVE | 25th - 28th February??| Los Angeles > https://www.viveevent.com/
Digital Health Rewired?| 12-13th March?| Birmingham?> https://digitalhealthrewired.com/
HSJ Cancer Forum | 13th March?| London?> https://cancerforum.hsj.co.uk/
WIRED Health ?| 19th March 23 | London?> https://health.wired.com/
DMEA Best of Digital | 9th - 11th April?| Berlin?> https://www.dmea.de/en/
HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition | 11th - 15th April | Orlando > https://www.himssconference.com/en/homepage.html
HSJ Provider Summit | 18th - 19th April | Birmingham?> https://provider.hsj.co.uk/
HPN Manchester | 23rd - 24th April?| Manchester?> https://hpn-uk.com/
Digital Healthcare Show?| 24th - 25th April | London?> https://www.digitalhealthcareshow.com/
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LSX World Congress | 29th - 30th April | London?> https://informaconnect.com/lsx-world-congress/
EPR Summit | 1st May | Leeds > https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/EPR-Summit-2024-Achieving-the-National-Mandate
London BioTech Show?| 8 -9th May?| London > https://londonbiotechshow.com/77c55c33-4200-4b24-96a7-888ba76ad005_BTS_Brochure.pdf
HSJ Reducing Health Inequalities | 14th May?| Birmingham?> https://reducinghealthinequalities.hsj.co.uk/
NHS ICS Conference | 14th May?| Manchester?> https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/NHS-ics-conference-may-2024
Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare week | 13th - 15th May | Abu Dhabi > https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/NHS-ics-conference-may-2024
Digital Health USA | 14th - 15th May?| San Diego?> https://events.reutersevents.com/healthcare/digital-health-usa?utm_source=reutersevents&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=listing
Intelligent Health?| 22nd May?| London?> https://london.intelligenthealth.ai/
AIMed Global Summit | 29th - 31st May?| Florida > https://aimed.swoogo.com/gs24/3901161
HIMSS Europe | 29th - 31st May?| Rome > https://www.himss.org/news/himss-host-2024-european-health-conference-rome
Bits & Pretzels HealthTech | 5th - 6th June?| Munich > https://www.himss.org/news/himss-host-2024-european-health-conference-rome
UKIO | 10th - 12th June?| Liverpool > https://www.ukio.org.uk/plans-for-ukio-2024/
HSJ Data & Analytics Forum | No date yet | London > https://dataanalyticsforum.hsj.co.uk/
London Tech Week | 10th - 14th June?| London > https://londontechweek.com/
NHS ConfedExpo 2023 | 12th - 13th June?| Manchester?> https://www.nhsconfedexpo.org/
HLTH Europe | 17th - 20th June?| Amsterdam > https://www.nhsconfedexpo.org/
NHS long term and Integrated care | 25th June?| London > https://www.abhi.org.uk/events/external-events/nhs-long-term-plan-integrated-care-systems-2024-conference/
HPN South?| 27th - 28th June?| Heathrow > https://www.abhi.org.uk/events/external-events/nhs-long-term-plan-integrated-care-systems-2024-conference/
HSJ Patient Safety Congress | 16th - 17th September | Manchester?> https://patientsafetycongress.co.uk/
HETT | 24th -25th September | London > https://www.hettshow.co.uk/
HSJ ICS Medicines Forum | 1st October |?TBC > https://medicinesforum.hsj.co.uk/
NHS ICS Conference | 2nd October?| London > https://www.convenzis.co.uk/events/nhs-ics-conference-october-2024
HLTH | 20th - 23rd October?| Las Vegas > https://www.hlth.com/2024event
HPN South?| 22nd - 23rd October?| Birmingham?> https://hpn-uk.com/
HSJ Integrated Care Summit | 24th - 25th October | Manchester?> https://integratedcare.hsj.co.uk/
Med-Tech World | 6th- 8th November?| Malta > https://med-tech.world/
GIANT Health Event ?| 9th - 10th December?| London > https://www.giant.health/
NextMed Health?| 10th - 13th December | San Diego > https://www.nextmed.health/
?? Great question and insightful article! As Steve Jobs once said, "Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower." When selecting a health tech conference, consider which ones are leading the path in innovation and inspiring change. The best investment is in events that not only inform but transform. ?????
Great insights in your article! ?? Remember, as Steve Jobs once said, "Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower." When choosing a health tech conference, consider where you can find the most innovative and pioneering ideas that resonate with your vision. ?? Keep leading the way in your field! #Innovation #HealthTech
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10 个月James, thanks for sharing!
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10 个月Thanks for sharing James Davis! Very useful tips there!
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10 个月Some great criteria here James. Your point about patient focus is well made but it does make me want to get on my soapbox. Lots of events have patient elements of their agendas but what they usually mean is EVERYONE but patients…talking about patients. Nihil de nobis, sine nobis! There needs to be more patient representation on the platform at events. That representation is enabled by event producers putting their hand in their pocket to pay travel and speaker fees, also. The usual retort that ‘We are all patients’ is highly inappropriate and dismissive. A single episodic interaction with the health service is not the same as the daily challenge of managing multiple health conditions. I’ll get off my soapbox now.