Sessions

At A great pitch@vitalis, the most innovative Healthtech companies will showcase new digital solutions in healthcare. Attendees can listen to short pitches where 10 companies present their innovations, followed by questions from a distinguished panel. We welcome you to join us for this engaging event with high energy and excitement!

A patient perspective on the benefits of having health data freely accessible.

Mental health problems are one of the main causes of sick leave.More than 50% will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime.Only 1 in 8 adults with a mental health problem are currently getting any kind of treatment.This session explores the dynamic landscape of mental health technology, featuring perspectives from both Sweden and the USA. This unique opportunity will facilitate a cross-cultural exchange of innovative ideas and approaches in the realm of mental health tech. By bringing together experts from these two nations, we aim to gain valuable insights into the diverse strategies employed to address mental health challenges. This session promises to be a rich and collaborative exploration, fostering a deeper understanding of the global efforts to leverage technology for mental well-being.

The Nordic region is a strong market for digital health, due to the advanced healthcare systems, technological infrastructure and culture of innovation. With a focus on innovation, prevention, precision medicine and a strong research ecosystem, the Nordics offer fertile ground for digital health solutions to improve healthcare delivery, empower patients, and address the growing burden of chronic diseases. This session is a great opportunity to get to know the Nordic healthcare systems and their possibilities, challenges and why the Nordic market is a great fit for you!

In this workshop I will introduce the basic principles of realist evaluation and encourage you to ‘think like a realist’.  The workshop will consider why realist methods are useful in evaluating complex interventions and provide an overview of key concepts in realist evaluation, including context, mechanism and outcome configurations.  Using small group work, you will be asked to apply realist thinking to some examples.  We will also discuss how realist interviews are different from traditional qualitative interviews.Register for workshop at: https://gcpcc.org/pre-conference-workshops/

The workshop agenda has been co-designed with a group of 14 people from various backgrounds and countries. We are looking forward to engaging discussions regarding best practices for public involvement in health research and healthcare governance!

During this pre-conference workshop which will be held at Röhsska Museum of design and craft you will get the opportunity to listen and discuss person-centered care with experts in the field of design, architecture and health care. You will also have the possibility to participate in an interactive method lab workshop with students and lecturers/teachers from HDK-Valand – Academy of Art and Design.

In this workshop we will explore the meaning of person-centred cultures and the evidence-base underpinning the significance of culture in sustaining person-centred care.  Person-centred cultures are critical to the development and sustaining of care practices for all persons that are collaborative, inclusive and participative. 

 In an era where the integration of innovative practices in health and welfare is paramount, this executive workshop is designed to bring together leading experts in the field of innovation building. Our focus is on advancing person-centered approaches, emphasizing the integration of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies into healthcare services. This workshop aims to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas, strategies, and practical insights to revolutionize patient care and welfare systems.Register for workshop at: https://gcpcc.org/pre-conference-workshops/