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For ten days, the International Office at the European Campus Rottal-Inn (ECRI) of the Deggendorf Institute of Technology (THD) held an Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Program (BIP) entitled “AI for Health,” a short-term study program with partner universities on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The event seamlessly transitioned into three days of the “DigiHealthDayS” conference, part of the global forum for health. At the conclusion in the Pfarrkirchen town hall, Bavarian Health Minister Judith Gerlach joined the event.
When it comes to research into digital medicine, the district town of Rottal proved itself to be the hub of the European research world for a total of twelve days, with English-language lectures, workshops, and discussions. The BIP brought together nine scientists and almost 60 students from 13 partner universities, including the European Campus. The subsequent “DigiHealthDayS” featured 40 internationally renowned speakers and around 400 participants from well over 100 countries, both on site and online.
BIP with partner universities
First, the “Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme” discussed the possibilities of artificial intelligence for healthcare – from research and development to clinical testing and safe implementation. The discussion focused on how modern technologies learn independently from data, recognize complex patterns, and support clinical decisions, for example in medical diagnostics. In terms of data quality, the focus was on how AI tools work transparently, reliably, and impartially. In this context, participants dealt with algorithmic recommendations as well as ethical issues such as patient privacy. Ultimately, it is important to ensure that digital solutions are accepted by medical professionals and patients. The following universities, among others, participated as partners in the ECRI: Luleå University of Technology (Sweden), Thomas More University (Belgium), and the University of Agder (Norway).
DigiHealthDayS with link to the ministry
The sixth edition of DigiHealthDayS kicked off with the annual meeting of XiA members and their project on cooperation in healthcare. On the following day of the congress, Prof. Dr. Horst Kunhardt welcomed participants to a “global view of digital health from the heart of Europe.” Appearing as an avatar, DHDs initiator Prof. Dr. Georgi Chaltikyan called “artificial intelligence an accelerator of the digital world.”
In her video message, Bavarian State Minister for Health, Care, and Prevention Judith Gerlach described “digitalization as an integral part of our lives, especially in times of skilled labor shortages.” Deputy Mayor Hans Hirl praised “the European Campus's great commitment to digital health” on behalf of the city. THD Vice President Prof. Dr. Marcus Herntrei was pleased “that the meeting serves as a bridge between science and society.” From a clinical perspective, Chief Physician Dr. Jürgen Terhaag (Rottal-Inn Clinics) made it clear: “It is challenging to introduce technologies that quickly become obsolete.” In his opinion, the shortage of skilled workers, especially in rural areas, is driving the upcoming developments.
On the research side, Bart de Witte (founder of Isaree), for example, discussed the future of AI-based automated assistance platforms, such as for taking medication. Prof. Rajendra Pratap Gupta (UN/WHO, among others) saw digitalization as “heralding a golden age of medicine.” Isabelle Zablit-Schmitz (Deputy Director General of Numeum) initially favors “European solutions.” In addition, Dr. Karapat Davtyan from the World Health Organization reaffirmed in his message “the collaboration with Prof. Chaltikyan's team at the European Campus as a WHO Collaborating Center.”
From the organizational side of the coordinating university, Daniela Schwertlinger and Marion Bachmeier-Staab (International Office) reported a “positive response to the GDP.” Their supporting program included a “welcome dinner” and an excursion to Munich. How the impetus given will lead to progress in research will be discussed at the next meeting. In keeping with this, the global forum called “DigiHealthDay” (DHD) will remain active throughout the year, supported by Minister Gerlach as patron. The IT specialist MDSYSTEC GmbH (Mitterskirchen) acted as the main sponsor of DHDS.
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