The European Innovation Council (EIC) is preparing to bring together key stakeholders from the healthcare sector for an innovative event that challenges conventional care models.
On 21 May 2026, in beautiful Porto, the EIC will host “Towards the Healthcare Continuum: Technologies to support a radical shift from episodic to continuous healthcare”. The event is intended as a collaborative workshop, focused on transitioning from episodic care to continuous, patient-centric healthcare. Unlike a standard conference, this interactive event promotes collaboration, co-creation, and meaningful dialogue. Participants will engage in a diverse program, including:
Portfolio pitches featuring the nine pioneering EIC-funded projects in the Healthcare Continuum Portfolio
Reverse pitches, where industry representatives share their needs directly with innovators
Matchmaking sessions to facilitate cross-sector partnerships
High-level panel discussions on speeding up healthcare innovation in Europe
Thematic “World Café” discussions on topics like AI, sensors, implantables, and data integration
This format aims to bridge innovation with practical implementation, ensuring that groundbreaking technologies can deliver real benefits for patients and healthcare systems.
Why attend?
Participants will have the opportunity to:
Engage with pioneering solutions supported by the EIC
Discover new collaboration opportunities across industry and research
Contribute to shaping the future of continuous healthcare
Connect with leading experts and innovators
For those interested in the broader vision behind this initiative, the EIC Healthcare Continuum portfolio provides valuable insight into how Europe is advancing integrated, long-term care solutions.
If you are passionate about the future of healthcare—or looking to actively shape it—this event offers a compelling platform to get involved.
👉 Registration is now open for both attendees and companies interested in participating in the reverse pitch sessions. If you are interested, check the draft agenda and register here!
