ICT&health World Conference 2025
Welcome to the ICT&health World Conference 2025, the premier event where the future of healthcare comes to life. From January 28 to 30, 2025, the second edition of this groundbreaking conference will take place at the MECC Maastricht, building on the success of its inaugural edition. This conference brings together policymakers, executives, healthcare professionals, IT experts, program managers, investors, visionaries, and innovators from around the world. Join us to explore the latest developments, share valuable insights, and collaboratively shape the future of healthcare.
Tuesday 28th till Thursday, January 30, 2025
Mecc Maastricht
Information
From January 28 to 30, 2025, we will open the doors for the 2nd ICT&health World Conference. This event showcases groundbreaking developments, smart technologies, and valuable insights shaping the future of healthcare and your organization.
Why Participate?
Meet fellow professionals from around the world, learn from successful experiences, share knowledge, expand your network, explore collaborations, and contribute to the success of tomorrow's healthcare. The ICT&health World Conference 2025 is the premier meeting place for government officials, policymakers, executives, healthcare professionals, medical experts, IT specialists, program managers, investors, visionaries, and innovators in healthcare, where the future of healthcare comes to life.
What to Expect?
The conference kicks off with a look into the future of healthcare, where experts present the latest innovations such as artificial intelligence and big data analysis. Discover how digital, patient-centric care improves patient experiences with examples of personalized care, telemedicine, and remote monitoring.
Themes and Topics
Topics covered include:
- Developments and Trends | Smart technologies and innovations that improve, clarify, and simplify management and operations across all areas of healthcare.
- Finance | Smart models, opportunities, and solutions for sustainable and affordable healthcare.
- Patient-Centered Care | Innovations in personalized care, both physical and remote.
- Interoperability | Seamless data exchange between organizations and systems for better collaboration and reduced administrative burdens.
- Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring | Digitization to enhance patient autonomy and improve remote care.
- Cybersecurity | Protecting data to ensure trust in digital healthcare solutions.
- Regulations and Compliance | Current regulations and compliance requirements for digital healthcare solutions.
- AI and Machine Learning | Enhancing diagnostics, treatment planning, and care processes for greater accuracy and efficiency.
- Innovative Care Models | Utilizing digital tools and smart innovations for more efficient healthcare delivery, better outcomes, and a more enjoyable work environment.
- Health Equity and Accessibility | Innovations that promote access to and equality in healthcare.
- Research and Education | Promoting research and education in healthcare for continuous improvement and innovation.
- Nurses | A special and extensive track on Thursday dedicated to nurses
- And much, much more!
The WHO will host special sessions on the global implementation of healthcare innovations, sharing smart strategies and technologies. We will explore the effective use of data for decision-making and the role of standardization in ensuring quality and consistency in digital solutions.
Who Should Attend?
The ICT&health World Conference welcomes government officials, executives, healthcare professionals, IT experts, researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, patients, advocates, technology providers, students, and anyone passionate about improving healthcare.
Nurses
From Tuesday, January 28 to Thursday, January 30, 2025, the event offers countless opportunities for nurses to learn and grow. Each day will feature sessions and workshops focused on innovations and practical healthcare solutions. On Thursday, there will also be a special, extensive track dedicated to nurses. Don’t miss a single day!
Awards
We celebrate the most groundbreaking technologies and innovations with the ICT&health Global Health Awards. This ceremony honors the most innovative healthcare professionals and executives. This highlight of the conference fosters collaborations and enhances global healthcare. The awards ceremony concludes with a networking reception.
You can apply for accreditation points with your quality register.
Speakers
Get ready to meet the leading experts in healthcare transformation, innovative developments, and groundbreaking technologies. We are once again welcoming the most prominent voices in the industry to share their visions, expertise, and practical insights at this premier healthcare event.
Stay tuned, as we will soon reveal our impressive line-up of speakers that you won’t want to miss!
Maria Henneman
Conference Host ICT&health
Fleur Agema
Minister, First Deputy Prime Minister Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport
Bianca Rouwenhorst
Director of Information Policy/CIO Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport
Abigail Norville
Deputy Secretary-General Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport, Chair GDHP
Emile Roemer
King’s Commissioner Provincie Limburg
David Novillo Ortiz
Head of Digital Health and Data World Health Organization (WHO)
Bas Bloem
Professor of Neurology Radboud University Medical Center
Jeroen Tas
CEO Fast&Slow
Jos de Blok
CEO | Founder Buurtzorg
Lucien Engelen
CEO Transform.Health
Diederik Gommers
Head of Intensive Care/Intensivist Erasmus MC
Jan-Kees Van Wijnen
Member of the board tanteLouise
Maurice van den Bosch
Chairman of the Executive Board Antoni van Leeuwenhoek
Harry Verbunt
Chief Patients Officer Antoni van Leeuwenhoek
Karine van 't Land
Chair KAMG
Erik de Jonge
CMIO GGD GHOR Nederland
Gabrielle Speijer
Radiation Oncologist Haga Hospital - Netherlands
Pieter Jeekel
Chair Dutch AI Coalition
Esther Talboom-Kamp
Board of Directors Zuyderland
Anne Marie Weggelaar
Distinguished Professor Tilburg University
Onno Helder
Nurse Scientist Erasmus MCMain partners
Partners
Gartner
Partner
KPN Health
Partner
Zuyderland MC
Partner
Johnson & Johnson
Partner
MedicInfo
Partner
VZVZ
Partner
Enovation
Partner
WSK Medical
Partner
openEHR
Partner
Zenya
Partner
Minddistrict
Partner
Zorgverzekeraars NL
Partner
Microsoft
Partner
Bastion 365
Partner
Linksight
Partner
Brightlands
PartnerEntrance fees
The ICT&health World Conference offers a wide range of access options. View all entrance tickets below and choose the one that best suits you. If you have additional questions about the options or would like more information, please contact our team, and they will respond to your email as soon as possible.
Conditions
- Healthcare workers, when pre-registering, only pay € 35,00 excl. VAT administration costs.
- There are special rates for groups of 10 persons or more from the same organization outside healthcare. If you would like information about these rates, please send an email to events@icthealth.nl. Please indicate in the email with how many people you wish to participate.
- Refunds are not possible, but all offered tickets are transferable.
ICT&health World Conference 2025 - 3 days ticket
The 3-day ticket is the most comprehensive option, granting you access to all days of the ICT&health World Conference 2025. Experience three days filled with knowledge sessions on healthcare innovation.
ICT&health World Conference 2025 - 2 days ticket
The 2-day ticket gives you access to the ICT&health World Conference 2025 event for two days of your choice from January 28-30. Experience two days full of knowledge sessions within healthcare innovation.
ICT&health World Conference 2025 - 1 day ticket
The 1 day ticket gives you access to the ICT&health World Conference 2025 event for one day. Experience one day full of knowledge sessions within healthcare innovation.
Program
In the dynamic field of modern healthcare, where technological advancements and human care go hand in hand, we explore the boundaries of innovation and implementation. From robotics redefining surgery to advanced Electronic Health Records (EHR) seamlessly integrating care, every aspect contributes to improved patient care and the success of healthcare. Standards in digital healthcare ensure quality and consistency, as we prepare to unveil a program on this page soon.
Toolkit
Welcome to the ICT&health World Conference 2025 (IWC25) toolkit! Here you’ll find everything you need to powerfully and professionally showcase your participation in this groundbreaking event. This toolkit is designed for our partners, speakers, and exhibitors to maximize their visibility across both online and offline networks. Whether you’re promoting your involvement on your website, social media, or through newsletters, show that you are contributing to the healthcare of tomorrow and make a real impact!
The toolkit provides ready-to-use banners, logos, and guidelines to highlight your engagement and expand your reach. You’ll also find creative resources such as color palettes and fonts to help you design unique materials that leave a lasting impression.
Conference board
Representing varied expertise from healthcare practices to technological innovation and policy shaping, our Board shapes a program addressing critical healthcare challenges and exploring promising opportunities. Their involvement and leadership drive the development of an impactful agenda.
Bianca Rouwenhorst
Director of Information Policy/CIO Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport
Lucien Engelen
CEO Transform.Health
Diederik Gommers
Head of Intensive Care/Intensivist Erasmus MC
Tom Xhofleer
CEO & Founder ICT&healthLocation
MECC Maastricht
The ICT&health World Conference is the place for government officials, leaders, professionals, businesses, and innovators in healthcare. It is the international hub for the future of healthcare in the Netherlands.
MECC Maastricht (main entrance)
Forum 100 6229 GV Maastricht, Limburg
Accommodation
Planning to attend our conference and looking for a comfortable place to stay? Just like many of our other guests, you can book your hotel here and enjoy a pleasant overnight experience.
Car
As you approach Maastricht, you will see ‘MECC’ indicated on motorway signs; these will guide you to the MECC Maastricht car parks. Coming from Amsterdam/Eindhoven, take exit 55 (Randwyck-MECC) and from Paris-Liège take exit 56 (Gronsveld-MECC).
Open in MapsBus
A bus leaves every five minutes from Maastricht city centre or Maastricht Central Station headed to MECC Maastricht (Forum MECC bus stop).
Plan your trip with 9292ov.nlTrain
The Maastricht-Randwyck train station is 250 metres from MECC Maastricht, and is connected to an international rail network. There are also regular connections to Maastricht Central Station which is part of the (inter)national rail network.
Plan your trip with 9292ov.nlAirplane
Maastricht-Aachen Airport is 10 km from MECC Maastricht, and MECC Maastricht is 15 minutes from the airport by car, taxi or bus.
Plan your tripDiscover Maastricht
Welcome to the ICT&health World Conference in the vibrant city of Maastricht! Nestled in the heart of Europe, this historic city provides the perfect backdrop for groundbreaking discussions and advancements in the fields of ICT and healthcare. Maastricht, the pearl of the south, captivates its visitors with centuries-old charm and a cosmopolitan atmosphere. Stroll through picturesque streets and immerse yourself in the rich history manifested in impressive architecture, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the Onze-Lieve-Vrouweplein.
The city breathes innovation and progress, reflected in the advanced facilities of the MECC Maastricht, your host for this conference. Here, state-of-the-art technologies converge with a welcoming environment, making it the ideal venue for sharing knowledge and forging new collaborations. Maastricht, with its international allure, is home to a diverse community of scholars, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the fields of health and technology. The city serves as a breeding ground for creative ideas and pioneering initiatives shaping the future of healthcare.
In addition to the conference program, the lively restaurants, cozy cafes, and lots of unique boutiques invite you to experience the local lifestyle. Discover the flavors of Limburg cuisine and savor the warm hospitality that Maastricht has to offer. We hope that this conference will not only be a platform for knowledge exchange but also an opportunity to embrace Maastricht – a city where history and progress go hand in hand. Welcome to Maastricht, where the future of ICT and healthcare is being written!
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