Session – Cascais International Health Forum 2025

Morning Health Talks *

user_mktv — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 22:35:32 +0000

The EIT Health Morning Health Talks (MHT) is a series of events launched to stimulate thought-provoking discussions on the most pressing innovative healthcare topics and create a network environment for healthcare thinkers and doers in Central, Eastern and Southern Europe. This EIT MHT is organized by NOVA Medical School.

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To be announced

user_mktv — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:16:56 +0000

Pedagogical Innovation and the Future of the Teaching Paradigm

user_mktv — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:05:08 +0000

The world is changing. And with it the inevitable changes in teaching and academia, aimed at integrating innovation and digitalization into the academic context. There are many dilemmas and challenges. But there are also many creative solutions. How can academia innovate to better provide quality education and train global professionals who are prepared for the challenges ahead? And how can students feel more motivated and led to proactive, stimulating teaching that helps them acquire critical and constructive thinking? Can experiential learning make a difference and add the piece of the innovation puzzle needed in classical and traditional teaching? Are the two perspectives opposite or complementary?

Coordination:
Teresa Santos

Public Contracts in Health: Current Issues and Opportunities for Improvement

user_mktv — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:57:16 +0000

The strategy of those who buy.
The difficulties of those who supply.
Supervision: a brake or progress?

Coordination:
Ana Simões

The Unsung Innovations – Made in Portugal

user_mktv — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:49:17 +0000

Portugal is a hub of groundbreaking healthcare and life science innovations, yet many of these success stories remain largely unseen. The goal is to shine a spotlight on transformative projects that are making a real impact but deserve greater recognition. This session will also bring together high-level voices from the Portuguese innovation ecosystem to analyze these successes, extract key lessons, and discuss how to foster even more adoption and breakthroughs. More than just showcasing innovation, this session is a call to action, encouraging collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategies to scale up more solutions that can drive meaningful impact. Join us to uncover the hidden gems of Portuguese healthcare innovation and work together to shape the future of the ecosystem.

Coordination:
David Magboulé

Forum Cities

user_mktv — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:42:59 +0000

The Forum Cities highlights the importance of decentralization and proximity in healthcare, advocating for patient-centered systems that improve access and efficiency. Localized healthcare reduces disparities, enhances preventive care, and strengthens emergency response. By empowering municipalities and fostering innovation, decentralization ensures tailored solutions for diverse populations. The forum fosters collaboration between policymakers, experts, and communities to shape resilient health systems.

Coordination:
Alfonso Vegara

Health System Resilience: the Importance of Adult Immunization

user_mktv — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:36:47 +0000

The pressures on healthcare systems have been escalating in recent years due to an aging population and the additional increase in chronic diseases and loss of autonomy. As people live longer but with more health challenges, the strain on healthcare, social structures, and the economies of developed nations intensifies. How can we mitigate the burden of disease and enhance the resilience of our health systems? Could adult immunization be a strategic ally in reducing emergency visits and overall healthcare demands? This session will explore the critical role of prevention as an investment in both population health and the nation’s welfare. We will examine how strategic vaccination initiatives can reinforce the capacity of national health services, ultimately improving individual health outcomes and supporting our healthcare infrastructure against current and future challenges. Join us for a comprehensive discussion on leveraging adult immunization to build a more resilient and responsive healthcare system.

Coordination:
Guilherme Monteiro

Forum CEO *

user_mktv — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:11:10 +0000

The Forum CEO in Healthcare fosters collaboration, innovation, and strategic leadership to address health system challenges. Executives explore opportunities for cooperation, digital transformation, and policy improvements. By sharing insights on workforce retention, technology integration, and sustainable healthcare models, leaders drive impactful change. The forum strengthens global partnerships, ensuring resilient, patient-centered systems that adapt to emerging health challenges.

Coordination:
Catarina Castro

Health Workforce Development and Retention

user_mktv — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:53:52 +0000

Health workforce development and retention are essential for strong healthcare systems. Training programs, career growth opportunities, and well-being initiatives improve workforce capacity and performance. Competitive salaries, supportive environments, and policies addressing burnout enhance retention. Investing in digital skills and innovation prepares professionals for evolving healthcare demands. Strengthening workforce strategies ensures sustainable, high-quality care and long-term system resilience.

Coordination:
Ricardo Correia de Matos

Improving Access to Health in Portugal: Social Responsibility, Innovation and Technology

user_mktv — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:00:20 +0000

An ageing society, scarce resources, growing needs and higher costs can hamper the access to quality healthcare services in Portugal. How can Portugal remain best in class in terms of universal healthcare coverage?

Discussion Points
What type of challenges do different stakeholders in the health ecosystem feel regarding access to healthcare services in Portugal. How can these stakeholders advance the healthcare system and improve the access to quality healthcare services. What type of structural changes should be implemented to improve training, embed technology and reach the most vulnerable people.

Coordination:
João Machado