Digital Heart Summit 2024

Digital Transformation in Cardiology – Where is Europe Today?

25. – 26.10.2024

i-LAB
Oranienburger Str. 35
10117 Berlin

Where does telecardiology stand in Europe, and what insights have we gained from the first successfully implemented projects? This and other practical questions are being addressed at DIGITAL HEART SUMMIT at the end of October 2024. This event focuses on the evolving landscape of cardiology in Europe, particularly in the realm of digital health and telemedicine.

Key topics to be discussed include:

Telecardiology across Europe
Previous and current challenges in regulation and reimbursement
Trends in telecardiology

Let´s shape together the future of cardiology in Europe.

Digital Heart Summit

Shaping the Cardiological Healthcare of Tomorrow

The way we communicate and how patients are cared for has changed significantly in recent years. With a new event series – DIGITAL HEART SUMMIT – we aim to highlight digital trends and developments in cardiology and discuss innovative concepts for improving care. In keeping with the current zeitgeist, we will bring together users, decision-makers, and patients from around the world, either virtually or in person, to actively shape the cardiology of the future.

Press

Digital Heart Summit 2024: Pioneering the Future of Cardiology Through Digital Innovation

Renowned Experts Discuss the Current Obstacles in Implementing eHealth

The Digital Heart Summit 2024, held in Berlin on October 25-26th, concluded with resounding success, bringing together leading minds in eHealth to explore the cutting-edge innovations in digital cardiology. The summit attracted over 100 cardiologists, researchers, and tech innovators from across Europe, making it an excellent platform for interactive exchange and diverse insights in this fast-evolving field.

Throughout the two-day event, attendees engaged in discussions on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and wearable health devices. These technologies are aimed at improving heart health and revolutionizing patient care. A focal point of the summit was the state of telecardiology in Europe. Experts provided in-depth analysis of successfully implementing telecardiology projects in their countries. They shared the lessons learnt and future challenges.

"The Digital Heart Summit has once again underlined the need for innovative solutions in the field of telecardiology.”, Prof. Gerhard Hindricks, Head of Rhythmology & Chief Integration Officer (Charite University Hospital & Deutsches Herzzentrum Berlin) sums up. “The insights and ideas shared over the past two days will undoubtedly shape the future of cardiac care and help us bring eHealth into wider adoption globally."

During the summit, BIOTRONIK showcased its inCareNet Heart Failure solution, focusing on expanding its telemedicine presence. It currently monitors over 10,000 patients in Germany, reinforcing its position as a market leader.

“Digital innovation in cardiology is no longer a distant vision—it is a reality that is already delivering tangible benefits,” explains Roberto Belke, Managing Director at BIOTRONIK, Germany. “With our advanced digital health tools, we aim to lead the way in transforming the monitoring and treatment of cardiac patients.”

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eHealth offers excellent opportunities for improved patient care and optimized use of available resources. Let's shape and experience these opportunities brought by digitalization in cardiology together at Digital Heart Summit.

Prof. Dr. Gerhard Hindricks
Berlin
Continuous heart failure monitoring is one of the greatest achievements of digitalization. It enables early detection and treatment of complications. Sensor technologies and AI play a key role by providing crucial information for diagnosis and decision-making, allowing more personalized patient care.

Prof. Dr. Friedrich Köhler
Berlin
The use of telemedicine in cardiology requires not only careful handling of sensitive patient data and compliance with relevant data protection regulations, but also the establishment of clear SOPs and dedicated quality assurance measures.

Dr. Thomas M. Helms
Hamburg
Telemedicine provides opportunities to optimize existing resources in healthcare systems. It is no surprise that initiatives at the legislative level and hospital-driven projects are increasing to integrate telemedicine into everyday care. This enables telemedicine to contribute to better patient care across Europe, despite varying interfaces and regulations in different countries.

Prof. Dr. Stefan Sack
München