The Global E-Health Forum (October 25 + 26, 2010 in Hamburg) will address the main challenges healthcare systems are facing: demographic shifts, impact of globalization, an increased burden of chronic diseases and expensive treatments.

With cost-efficient, reliable and interconnected systems e-health can make a significant contribution towards high-quality, sustainable healthcare. The organizers of the Global E-Health Forum - Hamburg Chamber of Commerce, IBM and European Health Telematics Association - intend to provide a cross-sector forum for representatives from hospitals and clinics governments, health insurance organizations, service providers and the media.

The conference will feature strategy and best practice presentations of speakers from Asia, Europe, New Zealand and the U.S. The program also includes workshops, discussion forums, an exhibition and guided tours at Asklepios hospitals. The reception will be held at the U.S. Consulate General.