#PowerOfMedtech
#PowerOfMedtech
By harnessing the incredible power of medical technology, we transform lives and healthcare systems across Europe.
The medical technology sector combines the power of medical devices, in vitro diagnostics and digital health solutions, enabling us to redefine how healthcare is delivered — guiding Europe toward a more sustainable path.
Medical technologies empower Europe to improve people's lives, support healthcare professionals and strengthen healthcare systems. This is the #PowerOfMedtech.
As the European voice of the medical technology industry, MedTech Europe believes that the stories behind this important opportunity should be heard. That is why we are launching our new #PowerOfMedtech campaign: a dynamic mission to bring these stories to the public and highlight the role that medical technologies can play.
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What is medical technology?
Medical technologies range from everyday solutions such as plasters, syringes and surgical masks to more advanced technologies such as gene mutation detection tests, implantable heart valves and pacemakers, as well as a wide variety of digital health solutions.
All these technologies together help save and improve patients’ lives, support healthcare professionals and contribute to a sustainable healthcare system.
From diagnosis to treatment and prevention, medical technology is present at almost every stage of every disease or medical condition.
Discover how Europe can do even more for health and well-being.
MedTech Europe Manifesto for 2024‒2029
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Overview of Medical Technologies
Includes medical devices, in vitro diagnostics (IVD) and digital health solutions.
Covers a wide spectrum, from simple products such as adhesive bandages to advanced innovations such as genetic tests and implantable medical devices.
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Health Challenges and Opportunities in the EU
Europe faces significant challenges, including population ageing, shortages of healthcare professionals, non-communicable diseases and antimicrobial resistance. Medical technologies are a key driver for transforming healthcare systems, making them more patient-centred, digital, resilient and sustainable.
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EU Health Policy Objectives
Focus on improving access, safety and innovation through a simplified and efficient regulatory framework, as well as through public-private partnerships.
Harmonised legislation, Europe’s leadership in digital health and supply chain resilience are promoted.
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Digital Health and Innovation
Priority is given to medical technologies leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), strengthening digital literacy and creating a single market for interoperable solutions.
The goal is a transparent and harmonised approach to the evaluation and procurement of digital health solutions.
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Resilient and Sustainable Healthcare Systems
Efforts focus on retaining and strengthening the healthcare workforce, ensuring supply chain independence and enhancing crisis preparedness.
European Green and Digital policies are leveraged to improve efficiency and environmental sustainability in the healthcare sector.
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Industry Impact and Data
More than 500,000 companies operate in Europe, of which 92% are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), supporting more than 850,000 jobs.
The sector demonstrates strong innovation, with one patent filed every 30 minutes and a trade surplus of €5.2 billion.
This document is a manifesto describing the policies and strategies of the European Union for promoting a patient-centred, digital, resilient and sustainable healthcare system through innovation in medical technologies for the period 2024–2029.
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