2021 China (Hangzhou) Digital Health Conference: A Premier Gathering of Academicians and Industry Leaders

Looking back at 2021, two phenomena became evident: an increasing number of healthcare institutions have embraced the concept that all operations should be digitized; and digital health is being deeply perceived, either directly or indirectly, by 1.4 billion people, suggesting that a “habitual mindset” toward digital health may have already taken shape.

Looking Beyond Phenomena to the Essence—This may reflect the cumulative strength built over decades of China’s digital infrastructure development, the continuous iteration of evolving demands from healthcare providers and patients, and the application-driven upgrades of emerging technologies. The penetration of digital technology has injected momentum into every link of the life and health ecosystem—including drug R&D, manufacturing, and distribution—ushering the digital health industry into its golden age.

This very month, in Hangzhou—the hub of Zhejiang’s digital economy—an industry forum on the pulse of digital health development is set to take place.On September 25, the 2021 China (Hangzhou) Digital Health Conference, themed “Digital Reshaping of the Life and Health Ecosystem Chain,” will be held in Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City.Aiming to consolidate the core strengths of the industry, interpret future development trends, establish a platform that centrally showcases industry participants’ perspectives on the advancement of digital health, and explore the “optimal solution for healthcare” enabled by digital technologies.

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In 2020, the inaugural Digital Health Conference was successfully held in Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City, outlining the new landscape of “Digital Health” in the post-pandemic era from four dimensions: clinical practice, technology, industry, and economics. During the one-day conference,The event attracted over 1,000 attendees, with 33 speakers delivering keynote presentations, bringing togetherDistinguished experts including Li Lanjuan, Wu Guizhen, Cai Jiangnan, and Zhang Wenhong, along with leading enterprises such as Microsoft, Alibaba, and Tencent, received a special address from Gao Li, the WHO Representative in China. The conference was covered by seven central media outlets, four industry-specific media organizations, and more than 100 provincial, municipal, and online media platforms., the conference had a significant impact.

In 2021, the 2nd China (Hangzhou) Digital Health Conference returned with further refined content and enriched resources. The high caliber of the event is evident from its organizers and distinguished lineup of guests.

This ConferenceGuided by the Zhejiang Provincial Health Commission, the Zhejiang Provincial Development and Reform Commission, the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Economy and Information Technology, and the People's Government of Yuhang District, Hangzhou; hosted by the Zhejiang Health Service Promotion Association and Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine; and organized by the Administrative Committee of Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City (Haichuang Park).The joint conference hosted by Zhejiang Province and Hangzhou City is sending a clear signal to medical innovation enterprises: a wealth of high-quality resources awaits those with the vision and drive to succeed.

The conference also demonstrates unique ingenuity in its guest lineup. To ensure the depth, breadth, cutting-edge nature, and richness of resources, the event has invited industry leaders from six key sectors: government, industry, academia, research, healthcare, and investment. Together with industry participants, they will discuss the “barometer” of digital life and health development from both temporal and spatial perspectives.

The main forum of the conference was divided into morning and afternoon sessions, featuring an innovative dual-chair structure. The chairs were Cai Xiujun, Dean of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhu Yaochuan, President of the Zhejiang Health Service Industry Promotion Association.

Morning Session: Inviting hospital presidents, university scholars, investors, and entrepreneurs to focus onMedical Practice, Implementation Cases, and Innovation in Digital Health EnterprisesThree Major Modules: Exploring Growth in the Digital Health Industry,Hold the launch ceremony for the "Zhejiang Provincial Digital Health Industry Report".

1. Dong Jiahong, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and President of Beijing Tsinghua Changgung HospitalConfirmed Speech;

2. Tan Weihong, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and President of the Cancer Hospital Affiliated to the University of Chinese Academy of SciencesConfirm Speech;

3. Cai Xiujun, President of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of MedicineConfirm attendance for the speech;

4. Xu Tian, Vice President of Westlake UniversityConfirmed attendance for the speech;

5. Cai Jiangnan, Executive Chairman of the Shanghai Chuangqi Health Development Research InstituteAttended and served as the moderator for sessions and roundtable discussions;

6. Yu Chao, Partner, Strategy and Operations, Deloitte ChinaConfirmed attendance for the speech;

7. Huang Qingchun, Director of Healthcare and Life Sciences, Amazon Web ServicesConfirm attendance for the speech;

8. Lin Hui, Deputy Dean of the College of Biomedical Engineering and Instrument Science at Zhejiang University; Yang Wenlin, Chief Government Affairs Officer and Vice President of Zhiyun Health Group; Yan Jun, Chief Technology Officer and Chief AI Scientist of Yidu Tech GroupWe will jointly explore the innovative development of digital health enterprises.

Afternoon Session: Bringing together government, industry, academia, research, healthcare, and investment under one roof to focus onSmart Healthcare, Future Internet Hospitals, and Zhejiang's Digital ReformThree Major Topics Launched to Meet the Needs of Articulating Capital Investment Logic, Expressing the Demands for a Conducive Environment for Innovative Enterprises’ Survival, and Sensing Policy Trends.

1. Ye Quanfu, Director of the Hospital Management Institute of the National Health CommissionServe as the roundtable moderator and deliver a keynote address;

2. Liu Xiaozhou, Director of the Zhejiang Provincial Health Information CenterConfirmed attendance to serve as session moderator;

3. Wu Jiadao, Deputy Director of the Jiashan County Health CommissionConfirm attendance and presentation;

4. Gu Guoyu, Executive Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Vice President of The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of MedicineConfirm presentation at the conference;

5. Yang Xiaohu, Director of the Blockchain Research Center at Zhejiang UniversityConfirm participation in the conference speech;

6. Huang Ting, Director of the Information Center, Shengzhou Municipal Health CommissionConfirm the conference presentation;

7. Ye Yue, Director of the Information Center, Changxing County Health CommissionConfirm Conference Presentation;

8. Chen Yu, Deputy Director of the Zhejiang Provincial Big Data Development Administration; Ge Minghua, President of Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital; Shu Qiang, Party Secretary of the Children's Hospital Affiliated to Zhejiang University School of Medicine; Li Tiantian, Chairman of DXY.cnA roundtable discussion will be held to discuss the positioning of future internet hospitals.

In addition to the aforementioned lineup of guest speakers, the conference will also welcomeLeaders and expert representatives from the Zhejiang Provincial Health Commission, Provincial Big Data Development Administration, Provincial Healthcare Security Administration, and Provincial Medical Products Administration, as well as Deloitte Consulting, Amazon, Tigermed, Alibaba, DXY, WeDoctor, Zhiyun Health, Yidu Cloud, Zhejiang Private Equity Investment Co., Ltd., and AstraZeneca CICCrepresentatives from enterprises and the investment community, to achieve deep integration across the six spheres of “government, industry, medicine, academia, research, and investment.”

To facilitate attendance for all guests, we have prepared the following conference guide and summarized the key points below:Key Information:

1. Check-in Information:

2. Conference Venue:

Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City Academic Exchange Center (No. 1, Lixian Road, Cangqian Subdistrict, Yuhang District)

3. Transportation Guide

Self-driving:

Navigate to Gate 1 of the Academic Exchange Center in Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City. Enter the Academic Exchange Center through Gate 1 (entry is permitted upon presentation of the conference invitation SMS or proof of successful registration; free parking is available).

Hangzhou East Railway Station:

Subway Route (Approx. 50 Minutes): Take Line 1 to Datieguan Station (towards Xianghu), transfer to Line 5 (towards Jinxing), and exit at Liangmu Road Station, Exit A.

Hangzhou Station (Chengzhan):

Subway Route (Approx. 50 Minutes): Take Line 5 (towards Jinxing) and exit at Exit A of Liangmu Road Station.

Hangzhou South Railway Station:

Subway Route (Approx. 80 minutes): Take Line 5 (towards Jinxing) and exit at Exit A of Liangmu Road Station.

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport:

Subway Route (Approx. 100 minutes): Take Metro Line 1 towards Xianghu to Datieguan Station, transfer to Metro Line 5 towards Jinxing, and exit at Exit A of Liangmu Road Station.

Exit A, Liangmu Road:Shuttle buses will be provided for the conference, with departures every 30 minutes.

4. Venue Guidance:

5. Meal Reminders

Attendees may enjoy the buffet lunch by presenting the lunch voucher received during check-in;

Note: Due to the high number of diners, we recommend staggering your meal times.

6. Hotel Recommendations

Recommended Hotels:Mercure Hotel Hangzhou Xixi Future Sci-Tech City;

Length of Stay:September 24–September 26;

Accommodation Fees:360 yuan/room/day (including breakfast), at your own expense;

Accommodation:Unit 1, Building 5, Xixi Yongle City, No. 666 Jingxing Road, Cangqian Subdistrict, Yuhang District, Hangzhou;

Booking Method:Hotel Contact: Manager Lin, 18736817745. Please mention “Attending the Digital Health Conference” when making a reservation.

Due to limited hotel room availability, one night’s room rate must be paid in advance at the time of booking. All accommodation expenses are to be borne by the guests themselves.