Care by Design

Ageing populations, staff shortages, rising healthcare costs: the pressure on the health system is immense, and MedTech can play an important role in easing that pressure. From wearable treatments to soft robotic artificial hearts: how can technology help improve care and support people in living independently for longer? And how can these developments create more space for healthcare professionals to focus on what truly matters?

During this session, we explore what it takes to create healthcare innovations that respond to real needs and work in practice. How do we make sure we are solving a need worth solving? And what can design contribute throughout the process, from identifying unmet needs to developing technologies that work in practice?

Meet the speakers

The speakers who will be sharing their insights during the sessions are Eline van Beest (Thuja Capital and TU Delft), Marina Toeters (by-wire.net and Bilihome), Bas Overvelde (Eindhoven University of Technology) and Arie Paul van den Beukel (Saxion University of Applied Sciences). Nathan de Groot will be moderating the session.

Click here for more information about the speakers and the programme!

Practical information

When: 22 October 2026
Time: 11:15 – 13:30
Where: in Natlab, including a networking lunch afterwards
Language: All sessions will be in English
Registration: The sessions are free but registration is required, click here to sign up for the event.

All attendees receive a free Dutch Design Week wristband, available for pick-up at their chosen Design Innovation Session. Check out the full DDW programme on the DDW website!

Locations

Natlab
Kastanjelaan 500
5616 LZ Eindhoven