Held in Messe Dusseldorf Germany, the event brought together over 5,000 exhibitors from more than 70 countries, creating an unparalleled platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Representing Alder Hey were Iain Hennessey, Lee Hannis and Lois Rooney, who engaged with global innovators to explore emerging technologies and strengthen international partnerships.
One highlight from the visit saw Iain Hennessey join a high-profile pane discussion on the future of NHS innovation, alongside the NIHR National Lead and the NHS Global Commercial Lead. This conversation reinforced Alder Heys position as a national exemplar in paediatric innovation, while addressing the challenges and opportunities shaping the NHS innovation landscape.
Why Medica Matters for Alder Hey Innovation?
Our participation at Medica aligns with our key strategic objectives:
– Identify high value global partnerships
– Support innovation commercialisation through industry collaboration
– Shape the UK’s role within the European and global paediatric ecosystem
Through this engagement, Alder Hey Innovation strengthened international relationships, assessed global innovation trajectories and positioned both Alder Hey and the NHS as a credible partner in advancing health technology worldwide.
Professor Iain Hennessey said:
The Medica visit was extremely important for the Innovation team, allowing us to participate in international panel discussions and share our collective expertise. The team benefited from networking with professionals from many countries, which helped us build valuable connections and explore new collaborative opportunities.
By attending these types of events together as a team, we are able to gain insight into global healthcare innovation trends and best practices that can inform our work at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.