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Break-out Sessions

Smart, Connected Health: From Hospital@Home to 5G and Beyond
Venue: Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Sahlgrens aula, Blå stråket 5, Gothenburg

Healthcare is shifting from hospitals to homes, enabled by digital tools, remote monitoring, and next-generation connectivity. Hospital@Home models are no longer pilots but fast becoming an integral part of modern care, supported by advances in 5G and beyond. These innovations not only improve patient outcomes and system efficiency but also redefine how healthcare systems think about accessibility and sustainability. In this session, Sweden and Singapore share perspectives on how two advanced health ecosystems are driving this transformation and setting the pace for the future of connected care.

13.30 - 13.35	Welcome & Introduction Dr. Mikael Edsbagge, Deputy Head, Department of Neurocare, Senior Consultant in Neurology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
13.35 - 13.55	Hospital@Home: From Concept to Development and Scaling in Local Healthcare Systems Dr. Stephanie Ko, Consultant, Division of Advanced Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital \| Clinical Lead, NUHS@Home
13.55 - 14.15	Hospital@Home in Sweden: Implementation and Comparison Dr. Sofia Ekdahl, Head of the Department of Medicine, Geriatrics and Emergency Care, Sahlgrenska University Hospital \| Clinical Lead, Sahlgrenska@Home Dr. Peter Almgren, Chief Physician Center for Rare Diseases, Sahlgrenska University Hospital \| Clinical Lead, Sahlgrenska@Home
14.15 - 14.30	Moderated Discussion and Q&A Session Moderators - Mr. Alexander Büller, Head of IT, Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Dr. Mikael Edsbagge, Deputy Head, Department of Neurocare, Senior Consultant in Neurology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Dr. Stephanie Ko, Consultant, Division of Advanced Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital \| Clinical Lead, NUHS@Home Dr. Sofia Ekdahl, Head of the Department of Medicine, Geriatrics and Emergency Care, Sahlgrenska University Hospital \| Clinical Lead, Sahlgrenska@Home Dr. Peter Almgren, Chief Physician Center for Rare Diseases, Sahlgrenska University Hospital \| Clinical Lead, Sahlgrenska@Home
14.30 - 14.50	Implementation of 5G Network in Västra Götaland County and Sahlgrenska University Hospital Mr. Mr. Alexander Büller, Head of IT, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
14.50 - 15.10	From WIFI to 5G: The National University Health System Experience Adj. A/Prof. Gao Yujia, Consultant, Division of Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery, National University Hospital
15.10 - 15.30	Accelerating Healthcare & Life Science with 5G/6G Capabilities Dr. Mathias Ekman, Director Digital Health Platforms & Partner Ecosystems, Microsoft
15.30 - 15.45	Moderated Discussion and Q&A Session Moderators - Mr. Alexander Büller, Head of IT, Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Dr. Mikael Edsbagge, Deputy Head, Department of Neurocare, Senior Consultant in Neurology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Mr. Christian Bohlin, IT-strategist, Västra Götaland County Adj. A/Prof. Gao Yujia, Consultant, Division of Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery, National University Hospital Dr. Mathias Ekman, Director Digital Health Platforms & Partner Ecosystems, Microsoft
15.45	End of the event

From Efficiency to Impact: AI and Sustainability in Health
Venue: Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Lagerbladet, Blå stråket 10

Artificial intelligence is no longer an emerging tool but a driving force in reshaping healthcare. From transforming stroke care pathways to enabling sustainable hospital operations, AI is redefining how health systems deliver precision, efficiency, and long-term value. At the same time, sustainability has become a cornerstone for future healthcare, linking innovation with resilience and responsibility. This session brings perspectives from Sweden and Singapore on how AI and sustainability converge – from real-world applications in clinical care to strategies that ensure healthcare systems remain effective and future-ready.

13.30 - 13.40	Opening remarks: Introduction to AI at Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Region Västra Götaland Dr. Magnus Kjellberg, Director AI Competence Center, Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Head of AI Office, Region Västra Götaland
13.40 - 14.00	Transforming Stroke Care Pathways with AI Dr. Petra Redfors, Senior Consultant and Head of Acute Stroke Care, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Dr. Alexandros Rentzos, Senior Consultant, PhD Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiologist, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
14.00 - 14.20	Driving Innovation with Data & AI at AstraZeneca Dr. Per Hillertz, AstraZeneca Ecosystem Business Development, M&A and IT Site Lead
14.20 - 14.35	Moderated Discussion and Q&A session Moderator - Dr. Magnus Kjellberg, Director AI Competence Center, Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Head of AI Office, Region Västra Götaland Dr. Ian Mathews, Senior Consultant, Emergency Medicine Department, National University Hospital \| Co-Chairperson, Kent Ridge Office of Innovation Dr. Petra Redfors, Senior Consultant and Head of Acute Stroke Care, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Dr. Alexandros Rentzos, Senior Consultant, PhD Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiologist, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Dr. Per Hillertz, AstraZeneca Ecosystem Business Development, M&A and IT Site Lead
14.35 - 14.45	Driving Sustainable Healthcare at Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Region Västra Götaland Ms. Maria Karlsson, Environmental Strategist, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
14.45 - 15.25	Sustainable Healthcare for the Future A Swedish Perspective: Dr. Daniel Novak, Pediatrician, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Section Head, Queen Silvia’s Children’s Hospital, Sahlgrenska University Hospital A Singapore Perspective: Dr. Amanda Zain, Consultant, Children’s Emergency, Department of Paediatrics, Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute, National University Hospital
15.25 - 15.45	Long-Term Sustainability of Supported Discharge After Stroke Dr. Annie Palstam, Associate Professor, Licensed Physiotherapist, Section of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
15.45 - 16.00	Moderated Discussion and Q&A session Moderator – Ms. Tannaz Ghaderi, Head of Sustainability Department, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Ms. Maria Karlsson, Environmental Strategist, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Dr. Daniel Novak, Pediatrician, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Section Head, Queen Silvia’s Children’s Hospital, Sahlgrenska University Hospital Dr. Amanda Zain, Consultant, Children’s Emergency, Department of Paediatrics, Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute, National University Hospital Prof. Annie Palstam, Associate Professor, Licensed Physiotherapist, Section of Clinical Neuroscience, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
16.00	End of the event

The Life Science Ecosystem at Medicinareberget: A Hot Spot for Innovation (Registration closed)
Organized by SwedenBio and Sahlgrenska Science Park
Venue: Sahlgrenska Science Park, Arvid Wallgrens Backe 20, Conference Room, 5th floor

At Medicinareberget, precision medicine is being advanced through collaboration across borders, sectors, and disciplines. This session highlights European roadmaps for implementing precision medicine, new healthtech hubs driving cross-sector convergence, and clinical strategies to ensure the right treatment reaches the right patient at the right time. Perspectives from Singapore’s healthcare system complement the Swedish experience, while innovators and startups showcase how new technologies are revolutionizing drug discovery, transplantation, and personalized care. Together, these discussions illustrate how innovation ecosystems like Medicinareberget are turning precision medicine into practice.

13.00 - 13.05	Welcome to Medicinareberget – A Hotspot for Innovation and a Master of Collaboration The Life Science Ecosystem @Medicinareberget, Ms. Cecilia Edebo, CEO, Sahlgrenska Science Park
13.05 - 13.20	PRECISEU Mission and Vision: Designing a Roadmap for Implementation of Precision Medicine across EU, Ms. Montse Daban Marín, President, Council of European BioRegions WP6: Breaking Barriers – Implementing Precision Medicine Across EU, Dr. Gwen Gilderson, Senior Project Manager, Sahlgrenska Science Park
13.20 - 13.35	Fire side chat: Progressive Health Engineering: A Deeptech Dive into Life Science Moderated by Jonas Sandwall @Chalmers Ventures Ms. Monica Ringvik, CEO Chalmers Next labs Fredrik Höök, Professor of Nano and Biophysics, Head of Chalmers Precision HealthTech Hub
13.35 - 13.50	Sahlgrenska Academy - an Important Engine in the Local, Regional and National Life Science Ecosystem Prof. Jan Holgersson, University of Gothenburg
13.50 - 14.05	Sahlgrenska Precision Medicine Center and ATMP Center A vision of the future of personalized medicine, Dr. Charlotta Ljungman, Senior Consultant, Associate Professor Cardiology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital
14.05 - 14.25	Networking Break with a Swedish Fika
14.25 - 14.45	Implementing Precision Medicine in Singapore’s Health System A/Prof. Kar Hui Ng, Senior Consultant, Division of Paediatric Nephrology, Dialysis and Renal Transplantation, Department of Paediatrics, Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute, National University Hospital Singapore
14.45 - 15.00	Hot Spot for Innovations Verigraft: Personalized Tissue for a Healthier Tomorrow Anyo Labs: Using AI and Quant to Revolutionise Drug Discovery Amferia
15.00	End of the event

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