Digital
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Digital Health

Digital health leverages information and communication technologies to improve health outcomes, enhance healthcare delivery, and empower individuals to manage their health and wellness. This rapidly evolving sector, driven by innovations in digital tools, platforms, and artificial intelligence (AI), is transforming the way healthcare is experienced and delivered. However, the emergence of these technologies also necessitates the development of appropriate regulations to ensure their safe and ethical implementation.

Data infrastructures

Data infrastructures are the backbone that supports modern healthcare ecosystems, and we back their implementation to enable the secure and efficient collection, storage, management, and analysis of health-related data.

Data spaces

Data spaces such as the European Health Data Space (EHDS) are designed to facilitate interoperability among diverse data systems and stakeholders and we ensure compliance with privacy regulations and data protection standards in our projects.
 

Standardisation

We work closely with industry partners and regulatory bodies to establish agreed-upon norms and protocols for technologies, data formats (e.g., XML), terminologies (e.g., SNOMED CT), and practices within the healthcare industry. Our focus is on developing and promoting the adoption of standards for digital health technologies to ensure interoperability, reliability, and security across the healthcare ecosystem.

 

Interoperability

Interoperability in digital health is a crucial component in the development of a cohesive healthcare system and is key for electronic health records, cross-border healthcare, electronic prescriptions, and more. Our focus is on developing solutions that enable the seamless exchange of health data among providers, payers, and patients, addressing semantic, syntactic, technical, organisational, and functional aspects of interoperability.

 

Genomics

Genomics has become increasingly important globally and the European Union (EU) makes it a priority for genomic collaboration and research. We support the leveraging of genomic data to drive innovation in personalised medicine and disease prevention by providing strategic guidance and technical expertise to translate research findings into actionable insights.

 

In silico medicine

The use of computer simulation in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a disease, including the use of AI and digital twins. We support the use of these simulations and digital twins to accelerate drug development and optimise treatment strategies.
 

Data analytics and artifical intelligence (AI)

We work towards understanding advanced data analytics and AI to extract actionable insights from health data, informing treatment decisions and driving improvements in patient outcomes.

 

The integration of digital technologies in healthcare is transforming patient care, clinical research, and health system management. By utilising big data, AI, and connected devices, digital health solutions are enabling more accurate diagnoses, personalised treatments, and proactive health management. These advancements not only improve individual patient outcomes but also contribute to broader public health initiatives by providing real-time data for disease surveillance and population health management. As we navigate this evolving landscape, our focus remains on developing and implementing digital health solutions that are technologically advanced, ethically sound, user-friendly, and accessible to diverse populations.

Disease management

We trust in the use of digital tools and technologies to transform the management of chronic diseases. This approach leverages electronic systems, mobile devices, apps, and telehealth services to support patients and healthcare providers improve patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Digital versions of patient charts, revolutionising the way healthcare information is stored and shared. We support the implementation and optimisation of EHR systems, leveraging our expertise to improve care coordination, support evidence-based decision-making, and drive better patient outcomes.

 

Cross-border healthcare

Describes the provision of healthcare services facilitated by information and communication technology (ICT) outside a patient’s home country. We provide strategic guidance on this complex landscape, enabling the secure and efficient exchange of health data across borders and addressing various aspects of data infrastructures, standardisation, and interoperability.

 

Electronic medication information

Encompasses digital tools that manage and communicate details about patients’ medications. We support the development and implementation of digital solutions for medication management, leveraging ePI, ePrescription, and medication adherence monitoring to improve patient safety and outcomes.

 

Telehealth

The delivery of health-related services and information via communication and information technology (ICT). It has been rapidly adopted particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We support the design and deployment of telehealth solutions, enabling remote access to care and empowering patients to manage their health from the comfort of their homes.
 

Mobile health & wellness apps

They are transforming personal healthcare by providing users with tools for monitoring their health and well-being directly from their mobile devices. We harness the power of mobile technologies to promote healthier lifestyles, preventive care, and self-management of health conditions by shaping effective mobile health and wellness solutions.
 

Policy & regulatory frameworks

Policy and regulatory frameworks in digital health are established by governments, international bodies, and regulatory agencies to govern the development, deployment, and use of digital health technologies (DHTs). We provide strategic guidance and support in understanding and adhering to these frameworks that ensure the safety, effectiveness, and security of digital health technologies.
 

As a strong partner for public and private stakeholders in digital health, we provide our clients with market exploration, exploitation scenarios and business case development, including identifying core value propositions for stakeholders involved in new digital health interventions and services. We offer monitoring and benchmarking of various aspects of the digitalisation of health systems (e.g. access, performance, strategies, policies) across countries and provide policy analysis and recommendations and digital health strategy development. We develop recommendations and guidelines and work closely with international standardisation organisations such as Health Level Seven International (HL7) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).

Related projects & studies

DTx

Through this study, empirica and i~HD will support SITRA, the Finnish Innovation Fund, in its mission to promote Finland’s competitiveness and its use of health data. SITRA has identified a …

SekundDaten

The SekundDaten study focuses on the secondary use of health data in electronic health records and highlights the regulatory and legal frameworks as well as implementation aspects in five study …

INCAREHEART

Pre-commercial Procurement of innovative ICT-enabled integrated care solutions to advance multidisciplinary health and care for patients with chronic heart failure -Five public procurers from five countries will jointly procure an …

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Contact

Strahil Birov
Head of Digital Health Innovation