Are International Healthcare Events Worth the Money & Time?

 

 

Attending international healthcare events can burn a hole in the pocket; let’s be honest here. The registrations, travel, stay, and tours together keep adding to your bill. Apart from global healthcare events, many Indian healthcare communities are hosting events abroad. The burning question here is whether attending international events is worth the time and money. As proponents of healthcare, our founders and team members often attend healthcare events happening in different corners of the world. They say it’s worth every penny. 

 

Top 5 Reasons You Should Attend the Next International Healthcare Event

India’s footprint on global health is humongous. India, with over 1.4 billion people, has the world's largest population and a significant number of its citizens living abroad. In 2022, over 18 million Indians resided in other countries, showcasing India's diverse cultural heritage. This diaspora creates a vital connection between India and the countries where these people live.

India is a key player in global health and medicine. Since 2016, over 4,300 health research studies in India have been funded by major organizations like NIH and the European Commission. From 2022 to 2023, Fogarty funded more than 30 studies on topics like eye and mental health.

 

India is also a major vaccine and pharmaceutical producer, supplying 60% of the world’s vaccines and exporting to over 170 countries, earning it the title “the world’s pharmacy.” During the COVID-19 pandemic, India’s Serum Institute produced the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, helping provide vaccines to lower-income countries through the COVAX program.

 

 

You could be a final-year post-graduate student, a clinician, a healthcare entrepreneur, an investor, or a founder, here are a few compelling reasons to attend healthcare events overseas once in a while:

Broadening Horizons and Adding Perspective

 

Going global offline is like opening the window that you were only peeping through all this while. The World Wide Web has connected people and information from every crevice of this world—true—but has it been able to get you a hands-on experience of it? No. Meeting peers in the same profession, from a different country, or culture, and more, broadens the way you think, adds perspectives to age-old routines, and kickstarts your brainstorming. 

 

You'll discover how different countries tackle healthcare challenges and what innovative solutions they're implementing. 

 

To make the most of it, attend keynote sessions and join panel discussions, that you've only virtually attended all this while. Don’t just sit there—network with professionals from around the globe. Imagine learning about a cutting-edge telemedicine platform from a European colleague that you could adapt for use in rural areas back home. These events can dramatically expand your understanding and inspire fresh ideas.

 

 

You Sometimes Don’t Learn Unless You Get Your Hands Dirty

 

Webinars and online events can only take you so far. 

 

The real magic happens when you roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on workshops and practical sessions, in a different setting altogether. Sign up for simulations and live demos, and don't be shy about asking questions. For example, getting hands-on experience with the latest surgical tools during a workshop can boost your skills and confidence in a way that reading about them never will. These practical experiences are priceless and can directly improve your clinical practice. 

 

You have options to sign up for fair deals for the purchase of tools and sign up for scholarships for PhD programs. 

 

 

Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone

 

It’s easy to get stuck in a routine, but stepping out of your comfort zone can spark creativity and innovation. Moreover, what’s really welcoming in the Western countries is the absence of 

 

At these events, attend sessions outside your main area of expertise. Talk to professionals from different backgrounds and explore new technologies. For instance, if you're a general practitioner, attending a session on AI in diagnostics could reveal new tools that streamline patient assessments and improve accuracy. Pushing your boundaries can lead to unexpected and rewarding discoveries.

 

 

Knowledge Crossovers

 

Healthcare events are a melting pot of ideas from various disciplines. 

 

This cross-pollination can lead to breakthroughs and new approaches. Make it a point to attend interdisciplinary panels and network with professionals from other fields. Collaboration is key—consider starting a project with someone you meet at the event. For example, a nurse learning about healthcare IT might discover a new patient management system that enhances workflow efficiency. These crossovers can lead to significant improvements in your work environment.

 

 

Adds Feathers to Your Professional Cap

 

Attending and presenting at international events enhances your knowledge and boosts your professional credentials. 

 

It shows your commitment to continuous learning and positions you as a leader in your field. Submit abstracts for presentations, participate in discussions, and document your experiences for professional development credits. Presenting your research at an international conference can enhance your resume, attract collaboration opportunities, and open doors for career advancement. Plus, it’s a great way to get recognized for your hard work and contributions to the field.

 

 

With ANASTOMOS You Can Global Easily

 

The In-And-Around, a special section of ANASTOMOS's platform, provides an all-inclusive method of attending, managing, and marketing the largest healthcare events to a select audience. The FOUNDERS and Professionals at the ANASTOMOS team are all healthcare professionals. All of us in the house have been attendees, organizers, speakers, and trainers at healthcare meets at some point in life. So we know the entire modus operandi. 

 

What’s better than considering an international healthcare event that has been vetted and validated by a team of healthcare experts from within the industry?

 

We aim to build a trusted global resource for healthcare events, validated by industry leaders, to establish a community of mentors, speakers, training experts, & medical event organizers and create an inclusive environment for a target-specific, niche group.

 

We do not plan or manage events; instead, we simply help you get your message out there for a successful and trustworthy connection. Finally, outreach is made simple by our extensive network of healthcare professionals in India and overseas. We also have partners who can handle and plan events and PR in order to secure sponsorships, should you require them.

 

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