The European Health Data Space (EHDS) represents a transformative step toward harmonising health data exchange across Europe, with the European Electronic Health Record Exchange Format (EEHRxF) at its core. This session delves into the lessons learned from the XpanDH project, which played a pivotal role in addressing the practical challenges of EEHRxF adoption.

Attendees will gain insights into how the XpanDH project engaged stakeholders, facilitated experimentation environments, and identified key enablers for interoperability. The session will outline actionable recommendations for accelerating EHDS implementation, including robust quality assurance frameworks, scalable processes, and leveraging emerging technologies like artificial intelligence to future-proofing the EEHRxF.

With a focus on fostering trust in data quality, promoting collaboration through communities of practice, and embedding the EEHRxF into national strategies, this session provides a roadmap for stakeholders to unlock the full potential of the EHDS. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to enhance healthcare delivery, support research, and drive innovation across Europe.

The XpanDH project was funded by the European Commission (Grant agreement ID: 101095594). DOI: 10.3030/101095594. This work was supported by Dr. Anderson Carmo, Mr. Simon Lewerenz and Mr Syed Abrar Ahmed.