November 5 and 6 is MedTech Twente Week, focused on life-changing medical technology innovations contributing to affordable, staffable, and accessible healthcare. Researchers, clinicians, companies, healthcare institutions, investors, and governments meet during this annual highlight of the innovation cluster MedTech Twente. A unique program has been created for companies and MedTech clusters outside the Netherlands. Tuesday, November 5, starts with the fact-finding trip MedTech Twente: Explore & Connect. The exclusive Exchange Dinner will conclude this first day. Combine this pre-event with the TechMed Event on Wednesday, Nov. 6, with the theme “Building bridges between past and future: five years of MedTech progress and beyond.

FACT-FINDING TRIP

Discover the future of medical technology during the MedTech Twente: Explore & Connect fact-finding trip on November 5. A pre-event, especially for foreign companies and clusters taking place before the TechMed Event, showcases the heart of MedTech innovation in Twente, from leading innovators and groundbreaking research to state-of-the-art facilities and a rich knowledge network. The exclusive Exchange Dinner is part of the fact-finding trip, bringing together the international and regional MedTech community – from startup to corporate. A full-day program full of networking opportunities and knowledge exchange.

TECHMED EVENT

Combine the fact-finding trip with the TechMed Event on November 6 to get the most out of MedTech Twente Week. This event brings together leading stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, companies, researchers, investors, talented students, governmental organizations, and healthcare institutes. By encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration, we share knowledge, promote innovation, and create a roadmap for a sustainable future in healthcare.

PROGRAM

Below, you’ll find the preliminary program.

The form below allows you to leave your wish list concerning the MedTech tour, so that we can consider your preferences whenever possible.

Fee

There is no associated cost to participate in the Explore & Connect fact-finding trip program. Our focus is on community building and getting to know each other. Hence, the choice not to charge an admission fee. Travel and accommodation costs are not included.

TechMed Event

Get the most out of your visit by adding the TechMed Event, organized by University of Twente’s TechMed Centre, on Wednesday, 6 November, to your program. 

Special offer for foreign companies and MedTech clusters: After registering for the Explore & Connect fact-finding trip, foreign parties will receive a link to activate a free TechMed Event ticket! Other interested parties will receive a 25% discount code.

You must sign up separately for this event, but we highly recommend it!

ABOUT MEDTECH TWENTE

• MedTech Twente links medical technological research and development with businesses, healthcare organizations, and research institutes.
• The ecosystem collaborates to drive medical technology innovation, from research to market-ready products.
• Involving ideation, prototyping, clinical trials, and advanced manufacturing to deliver top-notch transformative medical breakthroughs.
• Making use of advanced programs and facilities supported by a network of forward-thinking organizations and professionals.