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HealthTech & Life Sciences in Cologne
Cologne sits at the intersection of healthcare and insurance. Health insurers such as TK and AOK pilot new digital services here.
At a glance
The HealthTech Safari in Cologne explores Digital therapeutics and health insurer integration through Smart In Media and AOK Rheinland. Designed for Pharmaceutical executives and Hospital leaders.
Local perspective
Digital therapeutics and health insurer integration
Cologne sits at the intersection of healthcare and insurance. Health insurers such as TK and AOK pilot new digital services here.
Local examples and perspectives
- Smart In Media (digital pathology, Cologne)
- AOK Rheinland (health insurer innovation)
A sample day
09:30
Breakfast in the healthcare ecosystem
Kick off at a local healthcare hub with a briefing from experts.
11:00
Startup visit I: digital health
Visit a startup using digital tools to improve patient pathways.
13:00
Networking lunch: founders and corporates
Discuss pilot projects in healthcare.
15:00
Startup visit II: MedTech lab
See a practical demonstration of medical technology.
What your team can explore
- Where do patients and care teams lose time in a care or administrative process today?
- What evidence, data access and clinical review does a pilot need before use?
- How will you tell whether a digital solution improves care, access or workflow?
A route shaped around your question
We select relevant organisations and conversations around the question your team brings. The final route depends on the topic, availability and the people who can contribute.
Plan a conversation →Ecosystem organisations
InsurLab Germany
InsurTech hub
The federal de:hub for InsurTech, connecting insurers, startups and research, with AI among its focus areas.
Digital Hub Cologne
Digital hub
A city-funded initiative connecting corporates and startups.
Companies in the local ecosystem
DeepL
AI / machine learning
AI-based translation products developed by a company founded in Cologne.
1NCE
IoT
Global IoT connectivity at a flat rate.
Vytal
CleanTech
Digital reusable packaging system.
Buynomics
AI pricing
AI platform for pricing and commercial decision-making.
Eyeo
AdTech
Developer of Adblock Plus.
“Cologne's InsurTech scene is surprisingly deep. The exchange at InsurLab was on equal footing and extremely valuable for our own digital strategy.”
About the topic
Questions about HealthTech Safari
Are the startups certified?
Many startups we visit hold medical device certifications or approvals for digital health applications (DiGA).
Can we meet regulatory experts?
Yes. We can include regulatory affairs specialists or advisors with experience working with BfArM.
Which city is the best fit?
Cologne for digital therapeutics and health insurer integration; Hamburg for telemedicine. We also organize tours in other cities.
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