This episode of ‘Health Management Voices' is recorded as part of the European Health Management Conference podcast series, created to support current and future conference participants in navigating the EHM Conference experience. The series aim to provide practical guidance, particularly around the abstract submission and presentation process, and to help researchers and health management professionals make the most of their engagement with the Conference.

In this episode, we focus on preparing and submitting high-quality abstracts and presentations for the EHMC.

Our guest, Dr Marius Ungureanu, Chair of the Department of Public Health, Director of the Centre for Health Workforce Research and Policy from Babes-Bolyai University Romania, member of the EHMA Governing Board spoke to EHMA Executive Director Ms Federica Margheri, shared his perspective from reviewing hundreds of conference abstracts. Together, we explore why submitting an abstract to EHMA is a valuable opportunity, what defines a strong and competitive abstract, and how authors can effectively balance technical requirements with a clear and compelling research message.

The conversation also provides a behind-the-scenes look at the EHMA abstract review process, discusses how to align submissions with conference themes, and offers practical advice for researchers who may feel uncertain about whether their work is ‘ready’ to submit.

Drawing on expert experience from the review process, the discussion offers practical insights to support researchers at all career stages, from PhD students and early-career academics to more experienced scholars.

This episode of Health Management Voices is jointly hosted by EHMA and the TRANSiTION EU Project. Learn more about the TRANSiTION Project and its mission: https://www.europeancancer.org/hpv/impact/resource/transition.html

In this episode, Grant Carroll, Chief Pharmacist, National Cancer Information System, Ireland, joins a discussion hosted by the European Health Management Association and TRANSiTION Project to explore how digital tools are being implemented in oncology care, the training approaches supporting healthcare professionals, and the broader impact of digital transformation on cancer services across Ireland.

Featuring expert insights from Mr Carroll, the conversation highlights the strategic development of the National Cancer Information System in Ireland, the challenges of rolling out digital tools across multiple hospitals, and the critical role of targeted training in equipping healthcare professionals to confidently adopt new technologies.

Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

This episode of Health Management Voices is jointly hosted by EHMA and the TRANSiTION EU Project. Learn more about the TRANSiTION Project and its mission : https://www.europeancancer.org/hpv/impact/resource/transition.html

In this episode, Dr Zisis Kozlakidis, Head, Laboratory Services and Biobanking, World Health Organization, International Agency for Research on Cancer, joins a discussion hosted by the European Health Management Association and TRANSiTION Project to explore the ethical, legal, and governance challenges surrounding the digitalisation of oncology care, with a focus on the training gaps that limit progress across Europe.

Featuring expert insights from Dr. Kozlakidis, the conversation highlights how context-specific, ethically grounded training can support a safer and more effective digital transformation in cancer care.

For any questions related to his contribution, feel free to reach out to Dr. Kozlakidis directly via kozlakidisz@iarc.who.int

Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

In this episode, hear from Dr George Kapetanakis, President of the Hellenic Cancer Federation—ELLOK, hosted by the European Health Management Association, as they discuss the impact of health emergencies, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic, on cancer care in Europe, highlighting disruptions to diagnosis, treatment, and patient wellbeing. The conversation also covered strategies for improving crisis preparedness, including digitalisation, collaboration, and the need for robust national and European frameworks to support cancer care during emergencies.

In this episode, hear from Dr Peter Tinnemann, Service Manager, Stadt Frankfurt, hosted by the European Health Management Association, as they explore the challenges and opportunities in building sustainable community healthcare supply chains, drawing on lessons from recent infectious disease outbreaks, the role of technology in improving logistics, and strategies for workforce development and cross-sector collaboration to future-proof healthcare systems.

In this episode hear from Val Albrecht, Registered Midwife, Ottawa South Midwives, hosted by the European Health Management Association, as they explore bridging health inequalities and boosting health literacy in marginalised communities through community-centric midwifery care. Learn from Val Albrecht's experience how inclusive practices, diverse teams, and personalised approaches can enhance healthcare experiences and create a strong sense of belonging for clients from all backgrounds.

In this episode hear from Mr. Yasho Minkov, Deputy mayor of the Municipality of Dimitrovgrad, Bulgaria, European programmes and international cooperation, hosted by the European Health Management Association, as they discuss the key distinctions and benefits of community-based disease prevention models, the role of health education, strategies for sustainability, the impact of digital tools, and actionable insights for health managers and policymakers.

In this episode, Prof. Dr. Miklós Szócska, Dean of Semmelweis University's Faculty of Health and Public Administration and Head of the University’s Health Services Management Training Centre, joins a conversation hosted by the European Health Management Association. They discuss the transformative impact of digital innovation in healthcare, focusing on data-driven strategies like Big Data, AI, and digital twin technologies. The conversation also covers their effect on community health, the interdisciplinary collaboration within Semmelweis University's Data-Driven Health Division (D2H), and ongoing efforts to build capacity in data science and digital health through specialised training and collaborative models.