International Society for Telemedicine & e-Health - ISFTEH

27/02/2026

"Breaking Silos: Creating a Connected Health System in Nigeria"
📆 March 11, 2026 | 2:00pm UTC
💻 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZXeenOwZQFeJm9D9i8-h7A

Join us for this session which is part of a series of webinars, organized by national member societies of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth. In this edition, the Society for Telemedicine and Ehealth in Nigeria ( ) will discuss the system in Nigeria.

The session will highlight the prevailing fragmentation among solutions currently operating in Nigeria. Many providers offer great solutions, including platforms, Electronic Medical Records , -driven tools, and patient-generated health data systems such as wearables. However, these solutions largely operate in silos. The data collected across these platforms are not sufficiently integrated to enable continuity of care, population health analytics, or improved patient outcomes - whether in preventive health or curative service delivery.

This session will underscore the systemic challenges posed by this lack of interoperability and emphasize the importance of adopting interoperable standards as a strategic pathway toward building a connected health ecosystem that delivers better health outcomes in Nigeria.

A guest speaker will provide an overview of what the connected health system in Nigeria looks like, assess the current state of digital health interoperability, and identify key structural and policy barriers limiting effective integration.

A panel of experts from the private, public and non-profit sectors will share cross-cutting insights and propose practical, system-level solutions from their respective perspectives.

27/02/2026

In recognition of International Women's Day 2026, we highlight the extraordinary women advancing digital health across regions, systems, and sectors.

From and to leadership and , women in are strengthening health systems, expanding access, and accelerating equity worldwide.

Join the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth (ISfTeH) for a global convening of leaders, innovators, and partners committed to transforming lives through responsible digital health innovation.

Together, we advance collaboration.
Together, we strengthen health systems.
Together, we shape a more equitable digital future for health.

📆 March 6, 2026 | 14:00 UTC
💻 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RfJe7DnBSdanVYFW6C05_g

24/02/2026

Less than 2 weeks away... Join the as we recognize and highlight women leading the of worldwide in celebration of International Women’s Day!

📆 March 6, 2026 | 14:00 UTC
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24/02/2026

for health and social services research into „Multisectoral approaches to tackling non-communicable diseases”

The Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases (GACD), Wellcome Trust, & the European Commission will support implementation research that works beyond the healthcare system to address chronic non-communicable diseases ( ) in underserved populations. They welcome proposals in low- and middle-income countries ( ) and in populations experiencing in high-income countries ( ), including Indigenous Populations.

Applications should explore implementation strategies that draw on collaboration across sectors and different settings where people learn, work and live, and may include cross-sectoral approaches involving both healthcare and non-healthcare sectors.

Note this parallel process: the European Commission opened a single-stage lump-sum funding call (HORIZON-HLTH-2026-01-DISEASE-09) on 10 February. The deadline for applications to this call is 16 April 2026.

Funding will be supported by a “Joint process: Two international funding agencies have pre-announced participation in the joint-process GACD call so far – Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR) and National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), with more agencies expecting to join on a rolling basis. Discussions with South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), Health Systems Research Institute (HSRI, Thailand) and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) are ongoing. The deadline for Stage 1 applications will be 17 June 2026 (16:00 UTC).”

Full details, including the call text, key dates and the application process are available on

The eleventh call for applications under the GACD banner focuses on implementation research proposals, maximising collaboration and coordination with sectors and in settings beyond the healthcare system to tackle chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in underserved populations. We support researc...

24/02/2026

SAVE THE DATE & FIRST CALL:
29th ISfTeH International Conference, held in conjunction with DigiHealthDayS-2026
📅 November 11–13, 2026
🌎 Pfarrkirchen, Bavaria, Germany & Online

This year marks the 7th year of the Global Digital Health Forum "Digihealthday" since its establishment in 2020. We are pleased to link this year's ISfTeH International Conference with this event, hosted and organized by ISfTeH member, Deggendorf Institute of Technology (Technische Hochschule Deggendorf).

DigiHealthDay will once again unite the global Digital Health community for an extraordinary learning and networking experience at the heart of Europe, bringing together:

🎙️ World-renowned keynote speakers & thought leaders
🔬 International Digital Health research community
🏥 Healthcare providers & health system leaders
💡 Technology innovators & industry pioneers
🏛️ Policymakers & healthcare authorities
🎓 Educators shaping the next generation of Digital Health professionals
📚 Students & young researchers from 100+ countries

All united to:
▸ Illuminate the factors behind slow technology adoption in healthcare settings
▸ Showcase evidence-based educational approaches that accelerate Digital Health integration
▸ Empower healthcare professionals, managers, and decision-makers with practical knowledge
▸ Bridge the gap between technology developers and healthcare implementers
▸ Foster awareness among all stakeholders about the transformative potential of Digital Health
▸ Demonstrate successful adoption models from around the world
▸ Deliver hands-on trainings to transform health and care through adoption of Digital Health

📣 As always, a series of DigiHealthDay Workshops (educational events by international experts and academia in Digital Health) and invited talks, will be organized throughout the year. More details will be announced soon!

FREE PARTICIPATION – REGISTER NOW and STAY UPDATED!
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🤝 DigiHealthDay is supported and endorsed by local, regional, national, and international partners. If you would like to SPONSOR this event and help drive greater collaboration, there are a range of sponsorship opportunities. Details available at: https://lnkd.in/dTxDgQs6

17/02/2026

Women driving digital health innovation are not simply changing the conversation - they are closing gaps, expanding access, and improving health outcomes for populations worldwide.

Save the date: March 6, 2026
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RfJe7DnBSdanVYFW6C05_g

11/02/2026

Join us as we hear from dynamic women spanning 5 continents leading digital transformation of healthcare globally. Covering multiple facets of the digital health ecosystem, this event brings together bold ideas for transforming healthcare and access, insights from learned leadership experiences and connection with a global community of women driving change.



🗣️ Women in Digital Health
💻 Register at: https://lnkd.in/gRESGhsz
📆 March 6, 2026, 2pm UTC

04/02/2026

Join us on February 11th, 2026 for insights into India's ecosystem.

This session is part of a series of webinars, organized by national member societies of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth. In this session, the Telemedicine Society of India , brings together some of its members to present digital health regulation, initiatives and success stories.

💻 Register at: https://bit.ly/India-Digital-Health-Ecosystem
📅 February 11, 2026 - 2:00pm UTC

28/01/2026

The International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth presents a one-of-a-kind global virtual event amplifying women leading digital health worldwide in recognition of International Women’s Day.

📆 Friday, March 6, 2026.
💻 Save the date and register here: https://bit.ly/WomenInDigitalHealth
ℹ️ More details will be announced soon.

15/01/2026

Rewatch the webinar on "Effectiveness of Care Services - Case Studies from " at https://youtu.be/fqjrvw4-BWE.

This session, part of a series of webinars presented by national member societies of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth, features the Suomen Telelääketieteen ja e-Health seura (Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth) and their members presenting digital health experiences and initiatives from Finland.

Next session: February 11th, with Telemedicine Society of India and focus on India. Stay tuned for more details.

This session is part of a series of webinars, organized by national member societies of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth. In this session...

09/01/2026

Join us on January 14th, 2026 for insights into the effectiveness of with presentations of several case studies from Finland.

This session is part of a new series of webinars, organized by national member societies of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth. In this session, the Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth (FSTeH - Suomen Telelääketieteen ja e-Health seura, one of the oldest telemedicine societies in the world, brings together some of its members to present digital health services that have been implemented in Finland.

💻 Register at: https://bit.ly/EffectivenessofDigitalHealthCareServices
📅 January 14, 2026 - 1:00pm UTC

Speakers/topics:

Paulus Torkki, Associate Professor of Healthcare Operations Management, University of Helsinki
Focusing his studies on value-based management of health care systems. The specific interest is to understand value in digital health services, both from cost-effectiveness and value cocreation perspectives. The presentation will focus on scientific evidence of the current digital health solutions.

Silja Kosola, MD, Adjunct Professor, Research Director at Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
Western Uusimaa is one of the largest wellbeing services counties in Finland. Silja will introduce the many ways in which artificial intelligence and digital solutions are being developed and utilized for more efficient provision of services.

Jaana Kotila, Development Manager, Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa (HUS)
Health Village: A Model of Excellence in Digital Development Co-Created Through University Hospital Collaboration. Health Village stands as a pioneering example of how close collaboration between university hospitals can produce innovative, user-centered digital solutions. By combining clinical expertise, shared resources and a unified vision, the initiative has created a digital ecosystem that enhances access to care and sets a new benchmark for nationwide cooperation.

Moderators:

Elina Laukka, Treasurer, Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth & Principal Lecturer, Oulu University of Applied Sciences

Outi Ahonen, President, Finnish Society of Telemedicine and eHealth & Principal Lecturer, Laurea University of Applied Sciences

08/01/2026

We are pleased to welcome UZA (Universitair Ziekenhuis Antwerpen / Antwerp University Hospital) and their UZA@home service as a member in the ISfTeH global network!

UZA@home offers high-quality hospital expertise, delivered at home. For a growing number of conditions, patients can follow a care pathway that includes structured home monitoring. With UZA@home, a dedicated team from UZA follows the patient’s health remotely, allowing recovery to continue in the comfort of familiar surroundings. When useful, health updates are securely shared with the patient’s GP or treating specialist.

Home follow-up through UZA@home consists of several modules, such as monitoring with connected devices, digital questionnaires or diaries, personalised patient education and videoconsultations.

More info at www.uza.be/nl/thuisopvolging-uzahome.