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I3HIES
Grant agreement ID:
101132842

Start date: 1.11.2023
End Date: 30.10.2025
Funded under I3 Instrument

Total Cost: 1.499.934 EUR
EU Contribution: 1.499.934 EUR
Coordinated by MediKlaszter Nonprofit Kft, Hungary

Stakeholder meeting No. 1 – Delo Zdravje 2024: A Vital System, A Healthy Person

Technology Park Ljubljana (Slovenia) • Ljubljana, Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia • September 24, 2024

The  Stakeholder meeting No. 1, organized by Technology Park Ljubljana (Slovenia) within the framework of the I3HIES project, took place on September 24, 2024 at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia (GZS) in Ljubljana. The event gathered 111 participants (72 women and 39 men) from over 77 organizations, bringing together healthcare providers, research institutions, companies, policymakers, and civil society to address the future of healthcare in Slovenia.

As part of the I3HIES project, Technology Park Ljubljana supported the professional business event Delo Zdravje 2024: A Vital System, A Healthy Person. The conference explored ways to improve the efficiency of the healthcare system, highlighted best practices in patient care and rehabilitation, and examined innovations that can make healthcare systems more sustainable and resilient.

Event Summary

The event’s program combined keynote speeches, expert discussions, and networking:

  • Welcome speeches: Igor Zorko (Vice President, GZS) and Dr. Valentina Prevolnik Rupel (Minister of Health) emphasized the urgent need for a resilient healthcare system aligned with innovation and patient needs.

  • Opening Discussion – “The Path to a Better Healthcare System”: Moderated by Anže Droljc (Better), with contributions from doc. dr. Eva Turk and Paul van der Wijk, focusing on systemic improvements.

  • Panel 1 – Leadership and Management: Experts from Novartis Slovenia, Prva osebna zavarovalnica, and UKC Ljubljana discussed governance, operational efficiency, and leadership challenges.

  • Panel 2 – Science for Health: Featuring Dr. Rado Pišot, Petra Došenovič Bonča, Nada Rotovnik Kozjek, and Mlader Gasparini, this session highlighted the role of science, clinical practice, and economics in building long-term public health outcomes.

  • Networking & Lunch: Informal dialogue between participants to support collaboration and new business opportunities.

Key Highlights & Outcomes

  • Collaboration and accountability: Addressing healthcare challenges requires active stakeholder collaboration, agile technology use, and clear responsibilities in decision-making.

  • Beyond IT – Digital literacy for all: Digital transformation demands mindset changes, co-creation, and integrated health and digital literacy accessible to both healthcare professionals and the public.

  • Science, practice, and AI: Embedding research into clinical environments and adopting AI tools can reduce administrative burdens, improve scheduling, and deliver measurable cost savings.

Conclusion & Impact

The conference, supported by the I3HIES project, strengthened cross-sector cooperation and helped startups connect with established healthcare stakeholders. Nearly half of the participants came from the business sector, reinforcing the role of private companies in shaping healthcare innovation.

Long-Term Impacts

  • Stronger innovation networks: By connecting startups with experienced industry leaders, the event fostered sustainable partnerships to accelerate innovation.

  • Enhanced global competitiveness: Through I3HIES mentoring and international opportunities, emerging innovators are better prepared to scale their solutions and compete globally.