Digital Health:
Shaping the Future of Healthcare
Digitalization is revolutionizing healthcare, unlocking opportunities to deliver more efficient, connected, and personalized care. Life Science Nord is driving the development of digital health in Northern Germany, building a robust ecosystem that connects companies, research institutions, and healthcare providers.
A prime example of this innovation is the rise of Digital Health Applications (DiGA). According to McKinsey's 2023/24 E-Health Monitor (German only), the German DiGA market doubled between 2022 and 2023. The Hamburg metropolitan region has become Germany's leading DiGA hub, with many approved applications originating from Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein.
Overcoming Challenges – Seizing Opportunities
Demographic change, increasing demands on care and technological innovations are presenting the healthcare industry with major challenges. At the same time, digital solutions are opening up enormous potential:
- More efficient care: Telemedicine and digital platforms enhance access to healthcare services and optimize processes.
- Personalized medicine: Leveraging structured health data leads to more precise diagnoses and customized treatments.
- Cross-sector networking: Seamless digital applications connect hospitals, clinics, and patients, improving communication and care delivery.
Life Science Nord fosters collaboration by creating platforms for exchange, connecting stakeholders, and consolidating regional expertise to fully harness these opportunities.
Our Vision: Northern Germany as a Hub for Digital Health Innovation
How can we sustainably empower the life sciences sector in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein? How can we provide better support for startups and foster synergies between established and emerging companies? Together with our partners, we strive to:
- Provide targeted support to start-ups to foster their growth and increase their visibility
- Develop new international markets and foster regional innovation potential
- Build sustainable structures that create long-term jobs in a sustainable sector
Our Contribution: Connecting the Digital Health Ecosystem
Life Science Nord acts as a bridge between business, science and healthcare. Backed by a strong network and deep expertise, we are here to support your initiatives:
- Consulting and expertise: Assistance in developing new products and services, from concept to market readiness.
- Market access and internationalization: Support in exploring new markets and connecting with international partners
- Funding advice: Identifying suitable funding programs, providing application assistance, and facilitating access to financial opportunities.
- Networking and Matchmaking: Creating connections with research institutions, clinics, and companies to advance your projects. Together, we are shaping an active digital health community in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein.
- Startup-friendly environment: Promoting a region where innovation and entrepreneurship can thrive.
- Location Marketing: Positioning Northern Germany as a premier international innovation hub for digital health solutions.
Focus Areas in Digital Health
Our work focuses on key future topics that will shape healthcare in the long term:
- Digital Health Platforms and Applications (DiGA): Supporting development, implementation and market access.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Leveraging AI for diagnostics, therapeutics and process optimization.
- Telemedicine and Telemonitoring: Enabling seamless care from home to hospital.
- Health Data: Ensuring the protection, analysis, and interpretation of sensitive data to enhance patient care.
- Mobile Health and Wearables: Enabling individual health management through connected devices.
- Electronic Health Services: Advancing e-prescribing, electronic health records, and other digital services.
Smart specialization and sustainable structures
Life Science Nord focuses on smart specialization to leverage regional strengths and international expertise. By concentrating competencies in clearly defined fields of innovation, we create sustainable economic effects and strengthen Northern Germany's position in the global market.
Shaping the future together - from Northern Germany to the world
"Made in Northern Germany" stands for innovation and quality. We work to increase the visibility of the health care sector and promote start-up-friendly conditions. Together with our partners, we are shaping the future of global healthcare - from our region to the world.