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Integrated Data Analytics in Hospital: Balancing Clinical Outcomes with Economic Efficiency

These days the healthcare systems face increasing pressures to enhance clinical outcomes while controlling costs, integrated data analytics has emerged as a pivotal tool in pharmacy and other hospital managements. This conference aims to explore the multifaceted role of data analytics in optimizing treatment plans, improving pharmacoeconomic decision-making, and fostering an efficient healthcare environment. 

Session 1, focused on the data analytics and pharmacoeconomics, will highlight innovative strategies that leverage data to tailor treatments for individual patient needs, thereby enhancing therapeutic efficacy and patient satisfaction. It will also delve into the implementation of comprehensive data systems that unify clinical and operational data, ultimately streamlining workflows and facilitating informed decision-making. The session will also feature pharmacoeconomic modelling and its impact on decision making, which examines how advanced modelling techniques can guide resource allocation and improve overall healthcare outcomes. Attendees will learn about the integration of economic evaluations with clinical data to substantiate the value of pharmaceutical interventions.

In Session 2, speakers will present the practical applications and real-world implementations of digitalization in hospital practices, emphasizing the impact of data analysis and Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in optimising services. The session will highlight opportunities for digitalisation in hospital and community pharmacy, showcasing case studies where data systems, supported by HTA analysis, have led to improved service delivery. Additionally, discussions on the challenges and opportunities of implementing these systems will equip participants with best practices and insights into integrating HTA methodologies within pharmaceutical services.

The third session will focus on the future landscape of hospital pharmacy, discussing innovations and new technologies, as well as the impact of regulations and ethical issues on practice. The integration of data analytics in personalizing pharmaceutical care will also be explored, alongside novel approaches to cost and benefit optimisation.

Finally, Session 4 will underscore the critical role of data tools in evaluating clinical and economical outcomes, improving patient care, and implementing effective pharmaceutical policies through case studies.

We plan to incorporate quiz questions into the presentations, allowing participants to actively engage with the topic and share their insights.

Each participant will complete a self-evaluation test at the beginning, before the first presentation, and take the exact same test at the end of the day. This will allow to see the results of their improvement.

A discussion and Q&A will follow, providing a platform for participants to engage with the speakers and delve deeper into these important topics.

Through a blend of expert presentations, case studies, and interactive discussions, this conference will provide invaluable insights into the integration of data analytics in hospital environment, emphasizing the balance between achieving superior clinical outcomes and ensuring economic efficiency in healthcare delivery.

How to get the most from the event:

Engage with speakers

Have questions? Take advantage of the Q&A at the end of each session to interact with speakers and deepen your understanding.

Networking

Connect with fellow professionals and discuss key hospital pharmacy topics during coffee breaks - great opportunities for idea sharing and collaboration.

Discover Bratislava

Enhance your visit with a guided morning city tour after the conference. Explore the charm and history of Bratislava with fellow attendees.

The event is accredited by ECPhA.

Speakers on the Event

You can look forward to many high-quality speakers and practitioners, as well as valuable discussions on important topics.

Programme

1. Session
2. Session
3. Session
4. Session

Data Analytics and Pharmacoeconomics

Registration and Welcome

8:30 - 9:00

Opening remarks, Organizer representative

Ľubica Slimáková
Ondrej Sukeľ
Nenad Miljković

9:00 - 9:15

Keynote: From numbers to understanding: Communicating data to patients

Maricarmen Climént
Associate, Senior research and editorial officer, Sense about Science, London, United Kingdom

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9:15 – 9:55

Pharmacoeconomic modeling and its impact on hospital: How data analytics is changing practice

Martin Smatana
Lecturer, Slovak Medical University, Bratislava, Slovakia

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9:55 – 10:25

Evaluation of healthcare technologies and their impact on clinical outcomes and economic efficiency in hospitals

Michal Staňák
Director, National Institute for Value and Technologies in Healthcare (NIHO), Bratislava, Slovakia

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10:25 – 10:55

Discussion and Q&A

10:55 – 11:05

Coffee Break and Networking

11:05 – 11:35

Practical Applications and Implementations

Data portability in the European health data space: Benefits, risks, and challenges

András Süle
Immediate Past President/Director of Pharmacy, European Association of Hospital Pharmacists, Brussels, Belgium; Péterfy Hospital, Budapest, Hungary

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11:35 – 11:55

Hospital pharmacy workforce in Europe: Analysis of available data on European and national levels

Petr Horák
Chief pharmacist of Hospital Pharmacy, University Hospital Motol, Prague, Czech Republic

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11:55 – 12:15

Digitalisation and its impact on community pharmacy practice: Experiences and challenges from the perspective of the Slovak chamber of pharmacists

Ondrej Sukeľ
President, Slovak Chamber of Pharmacists

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12:15 – 12:35

Measuring for saving or how hospital pharmacists protect patients and hospital budget

Nenad Miljković
President/Head of Hospital Pharmacy Services, European Association of Hospital Pharmacists, Brussels, Belgium; Institute of Orthopaedics Banjica, Belgrade, Serbia

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12:35 - 12:55

Discussion and Q&A

12:55 – 13:05

Lunch Break

13:05 - 14:15

Innovations and Future Trends

Pharmacogenomics in practice: Insights and findings from the Slovak Genome Initiative

Michaela Hýblová
Research scientist, Medirex Group Academy, Bratislava, Slovakia

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14:15 – 14:35

Harnessing real-world data to advance precision therapy in hospital practice

Jana Miniariková
CEO, Hypherdata

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14:35 - 14:55

Integrating predictive tools in antimicrobial stewardship

Andrej Minich
Biobank coordinator, MediXbank by Medirex Group Academy

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14:55 - 15:15

The future of hospital pharmacy: Innovations and new technologies

Zora Ćetković
Chief Hospital Pharmacist, Production Department, University Clinical Center of Serbia, Belgrade, Serbia

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15:15 - 15:35

Discussion and Q&A

15:35 – 15:45

Coffee Break and Networking

15:45 – 16:15

Practical Solutions and Discussion

Utilization of integrated data systems to improve clinical and economic outcomes in hospital pharmacy

Marcin Bochniarz
Quality Management Representative, Pharmacy Manager President of the Podkarpackie Regional Pharmaceutical Council, Brzozów Specialist Hospital, Subcarpathian Oncology Centre, Brzozów, Poland

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16:15 - 16:35

Improving prescribing patterns through intervention of pharmacist – what the data say?

Ján Klimas
Professor, Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia

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16:35 – 17:05

Implementation and evaluation of antimicrobial stewardship policies

Ľubica Slimáková
President of the Section of Hospital Pharmacists, Hospital Pharmacy, Acad. L. Dérer Hospital, University Hospital, Bratislava

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17:05 – 17:25

Role of hospital pharmacists in improving patient outcomes

Slávka Porubcová
Chief pharmacist of Hospital Pharmacy, Hospital Pharmacy, National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Bratislava; Department of Organization and Management of Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Comenius University in Bratislava

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17:25 - 17:45

Discussion and Closing Remarks

17:45 – 17:55

Closing and Thank You

17:55 – 18:10

Partners of the Event

How to get here?

From the airport M. R. Štefánika, Bratislava:

By public transport:
Take the bus line 61, which departs every 15 minutes, towards the main train station (Hlavná stanica) and get off at Trnavské mýto. There take tram number 4 towards Dúbravka and get off at Nám. Ľ. Štúra (260 m away form the Slovak National Gallery (SNG)) or Most SNP (250 m away form the SNG).

By taxi:
The airport is located 13 km away from the Slovak National Gallery. Taxi journeys will take around 15 minutes depending on the traffic. Make sure to agree on the price before getting in the vehicle.

From the airport Schwechat, Wien:

Vienna’s Airport is 70 km from the Slovak National Gallery. Take a bus ride offered by different coach lines. For example FlixBus or Slovak Lines Express and get off at Most SNP (250 m away form the SNG).

From the Central Train Station

By public transport:
Take tram number 1 departing from the main train station (Hlavná stanica) towards Nám. Ľ. Štúra and get off at final stop. Walk 260 meters and you will find the Slovak National Gallery.

By taxi:
The train station is 3 km away from the Slovak National Gallery. A taxi journey will take around 10 minutes depending on the traffic. Make sure to agree on the price before getting in the vehicle.

From the Central Bus Station

By public transport:
Take the bus line 70 towards Most SNP and get off at Nám. Ľ. Štúra. Walk 260 meters and you will find the Slovak National Gallery.

By taxi:
The bus station is 2 km away from the Slovak National Gallery. A taxi journey will take around 8 minutes depending on the traffic. Make sure to agree on the price before getting in the vehicle.

Tip for paid parking:

Hotel Devín – Riečna ulica 162/4, Bratislava: https://www.hoteldevin.sk/kontakt/
Parking lot – Fajnorovo nábrežie 2, Bratislava: https://propark.sk/parkovisko-osobny-pristav/

Closest bus/tram stop:

Nám. Ľ. Štúra (tram 1, 4 / bus 29, 50, 70) – 260 m away form the SNG

Most SNP (tram 4 / bus 29, 30, 37, 50, 70, 88, 91, 191) – 260 m away form the SNG

Beauty on the Danube

Bratislava, often called the Beauty on the Danube, is located at the foot of the Little Carpathian Mountains, on the border with Austria and Hungary, making it the only capital city in the world located on the border of three sovereign states.

Bratislava is a city that surprises and delights. Its compact size makes it easy to explore on foot, while its rich history, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality ensure an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or simply looking for a charming European getaway, Bratislava has something special to offer.

 

Where to stay overnight?

You can choose your own hotel using booking, airbnb or just browse on the web.
We can recommend you these options below:

Hotel Devín

A charming riverside hotel offering elegance and comfort, just minutes from the event venue.

Hotel Radisson Blu Carlton

A luxurious stay in the heart of the city, blending history with modern amenities.

Hotel Park Inn by Radisson Danube

Contemporary style and convenience, located near major attractions and the venue.

PharmDr. Ľubica Slimáková, MPH

President/Chief pharmacist of Hospital Pharmacy

“Ľubica Slimáková works as the Chief Pharmacist at University Hospital Bratislava – Hospital akad. L. Dérera.


She has extensive experience in hospital pharmaceutical care, focusing on development of clinical pharmacy activities and collaborating closely with other departments and healthcare professionals.


In addition to her work at the hospital, she actively participates in the education and training of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other healthcare professionals.


2022 – 2024 she served as the Head of the Pharmacy Management Department, where she coordinated the activities of 4 hospital pharmacies within the University Hospital Bratislava. Since 2018, she has been the President of the Section of Hospital Pharmacists of the Slovak Chamber of Pharmacists.


She graduated at the Faculty of Pharmacy at Comenius University in Bratislava in 1996, (PharmDr. title in 2013). She then completed a specialization in general pharmacy (1999), clinical pharmacy (2012), and Master of Public Health (2017) at the Institute of Pharmacy of the Slovak Medical University. “

 

RNDr. Andrej Minich, PhD.

Research scientist

Andrej Minich is a specialist in molecular biology, microbiology, biobanking, and data analysis, with a strong focus on staphylococcal nosocomial infections and antibiotic resistance.

As the coordinator of the Medixbank biobank, he plays a key role in managing microbiological sample collections and integrating biobanking with modern biomedical research.

With a PhD from Comenius University, Dr. Minich has contributed extensively to the field through peer-reviewed publications and participation in national and international biomedical projects.

His research applies advanced molecular biology techniques, sequencing technologies, and bioinformatics tools to improve the understanding of bacterial resistance mechanisms and develop innovative strategies for infection control.

PharmDr. Slávka Porubcová

Chief pharmacist of Hospital Pharmacy

Slávka Porubcová is hospital pharmacist with a strong background in hospital pharmacy.

At the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases in Bratislava, she has contributed to the development of clinical pharmacist roles and managed projects aimed at optimising patient care and played a key role in implementing the preparation of total parenteral nutrition.

She actively serves on therapeutic, antibiotic and ethical committees, contributing to improvements in healthcare delivery.

In addition to her clinical work, she organizes and actively participates in educational activities for pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.

She also contributes to educational programs for pharmacy students. As Editor-in-Chief of the online magazine NÚSCHletters, she supports communication and collaboration within the healthcare community.

She is Vice President of the Slovak Pharmaceutical Society and a Board member of Section of Hospital Pharmacists of the Slovak Chamber of Pharmacists.

prof. PharmDr. Ján Klimas, PhD., MPH

Professor, Dean
Ján Klimas is a pharmacologist and academic leader dedicated to advancing pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, and drug regulation.
 
He began his career at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Comenius University in Bratislava in 1999, with research stays at Glaxo Wellcome S.p.A. (Italy) and Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität (Germany).
 
Since 2005, he has been a full-time faculty member, serving as Vice Dean (2009–2016), Head of the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology (2015–2021), and Dean since 2021.

Beyond academia, he was a scientific assessor at the State Institute for Drug Control (2008–2021) and has chaired the Ethics Committee of the Slovak Generic Industry Association since 2015.

He is the guarantor of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology study programs and was a module leader for the Cooperative European Medicines Development Course. An active member of professional organizations, he contributes to the Slovak Pharmacological Society and the Slovak Chamber of Pharmacists.

MPharm Marcin Bochniarz, MBA

Quality Management Representative, Pharmacy Manager President of the Podkarpackie Regional Pharmaceutical Council

Marcin Bochniarz is an experienced hospital pharmacist specializing in the preparation of oncology drugs, process design and management, quality assurance, and implementing change initiatives.

Proficient in team leadership, quality management, and driving organizational transformation.

Actively involved in medical data analysis for healthcare service billing and supporting clinical research.

Passionate about digital transformation and leveraging coding and identification systems to enhance the safety and efficiency of clinical processes.

 

PharmD Zora Ćetković, PhD.

Chief Hospital Pharmacist, Production Department

Zora Cetković graduated from the Faculty of Pharmacy-University of Belgrade in February 2010. Since 2014, she has worked as a hospital pharmacist in the University Clinical Center of Serbia.

Since May 2022, she has been a Chief pharmacist of the Production Department. From 2020-2022 she was the project lead of the project: “Implementation of Antibiotic Reconstitution/Dilution Database in Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Montenegro in Cooperation with Spain”, financed by EAHP.

In September 2021, she gained her PhD at the Department of Pharmaceutical Technology and Cosmetology.

In March 2022, she finished her specialist studies at the Department of Social Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Legislation.

At the 27th EAHP Congress in Lisbon, she received the Statement Implementation Award for the oral presentation in the session dedicated to Good Practice Initiatives (GPI), entitled: “Software tool development for reconstitution and administration of parenteral antibiotics in hospitals: an international project”.

RNDr. Michaela Hýblová, PhD.

Research scientist

Michaela Hýblová is a research scientist at the Medirex Group Academy, specializing in molecular genetics and virology. She has actively contributed to multiple grants funded by the EU and domestic sources.

Her research utilizes massive parallel sequencing (MPS) in non-invasive prenatal and postnatal diagnostics, focusing on low-abundance mixed nucleic acids and genome-wide analyses. As the lead on ongoing Slovak genome projects, she targets a wide array of applications, including hereditary Mendelian disorders, cancer genomics, pharmacogenomics, and complex multifactorial diseases, thereby expanding the understanding of genetic conditions, their risk assessments, and personalized treatment responses.

Michaela played a crucial role in developing the Slovak Trisomy test, the leading non-invasive prenatal test in Slovakia.

She is dedicated to educational initiatives, continuously refining her expertise, and actively participating in scientific inquiry, positioning herself for future advancements in research and innovation. She enjoys reading and has a great fondness for animals.

PharmD Nenad Miljković, PhD., MPH

President/Head of Hospital Pharmacy Services

Nenad Miljković graduated at the Faculty of Pharmacy, the University of Belgrade, where he subsequently specialized and obtained a PhD in clinical pharmacy. Nenad also obtained a Dual Master Degree in European Public Health at the University of Sheffield in the UK, and at the University Sorbonne Paris Cite in France.

He was the Scientific Advisory Board Member of the IMMUNION Project and currently he is the Advisory Board Member of the ASCERTAIN Project on the affordability and sustainability of innovative health technologies.

Nenad was International Medis Award finalist and won the Pharmacist of the Year Award from the Pharmaceutical Chamber of Serbia. He led the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) Action 15105- working group on medicine shortages.

Nenad Miljković’s research focuses on medicines shortages including patient clinical needs assessment, prospective risk evaluation, and healthcare services organization.

PharmDr. Ondrej Sukeľ

President

Ondrej Sukeľ is the President of the Slovak Chamber of Pharmacists since 2014.

He holds a PharmDr. degree (2011) and an Mgr. in Pharmacy (2001) from Comenius University, Faculty of Pharmacy, along with a specialization in Pharmaceutical Care from the Slovak Medical University (2004).

His career began as a community pharmacist (2001–2005), and since 2006, he has been a healthcare provider at a community pharmacy in Humenné. From 2010 to 2014, he served as Vice President of the Slovak Chamber of Pharmacists before assuming his current leadership role.

PharmDr. Petr Horák

Chief pharmacist of Hospital Pharmacy

Petr Horák is the Chief Pharmacist and Head of the D&T Committee in the country’s largest hospital, University Hospital Motol.

He is also a member of the Department of Pharmacy at the Institute for Postgraduate Medical Education, an institution responsible for the pharmacy specialisation programmes, and an external lecturer at the Department of Social and Clinical Pharmacy at the Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy. He is Vice President of the Czech Pharmaceutical Society and a Board member of its Hospital Pharmacy Section. He served as a Board member and President of EAHP.

He graduated from the University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences School of Pharmacy in 2001 (PharmDr. title in 2002). He holds a specialisation in hospital (2005) and community (2003) pharmacy.

PharmD András Süle, PhD.

Immediate Past President/Director of Pharmacy

András Süle is currently the Director of Pharmacy at the Péterfy Hospital – National Center for Toxicology and Outpatient Clinic located in Budapest, Hungary. He is a guest lecturer and program lead for the Hospital Pharmacy Specialization Postgraduate Program at Semmelweis University, Budapest. He is the lead pharmacy strategist at Budapest’s National Institute of Hematology and Infectious Diseases.

In 2008, Dr Süle obtained a PhD from Semmelweis University and has since gone on to complete a PharmD Specialisation in Pharmaceutical Technology and a PharmD Specialisation in Clinical Pharmacy. He also holds a BSc in Healthcare Management.

During his service within the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP), he held the positions of Director of Professional Development, Director of Finance and President-Elect. In June 2021 he started his 3-year term as EAHP’s President that concluded in June 2024. He is currently the Immediate Past President of the association.

MA. Michal Staňák, Dr.phil, AKC

Director

Michal Stanak is the founding director of NIHO that he has been in charge of NIHO since 01/2022. From 2020 to 2021, he led the Department for HTA at the Ministry of Health. From 2015 to 2020, he worked as an HTA researcher at the Austrian Institute for HTA, where he contributed to dozens of HTA assessments for Austria, Germany and the European Network of HTA Institutions (EUnetHTA).

Michal Stanak studied in England and Austria. He earned a bachelor’s degree in the field of Philosophy at King’s College London, a master’s degree in Politics, Philosophy and Health Economics at University College London and a doctorate in Applied Ethics in the field of decision-making processes in health care at University of Vienna.

Martin Smatana, Msc.

Lecturer

Martin Smatana studied at Imerial College, London, where he graduated in healthcare management.

He worked in England as an analyst at the National Institute of Health. During 2016 to 2020, he was head of the Health Policy Institute of the Slovak ministry of health.

He currently works as an analyst for GLOBSEC, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and lectures for Slovak Medical University.

Martin is the author of several publications and a member of several working groups of the European Commission and the OECD

 

MSc. Maricarmen Climént

Associate, Senior research and editorial officer

Maricarmen Climént specializes in improving risk communication in healthcare and the media, having trained nearly 5,000 healthcare professionals, journalists, and policymakers.

She is an associate with Sense about Science in the UK, supporting global communities in understanding risks. Previously, she served as the risk communication lead at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). During four years at the Winton Centre for Risk and Evidence Communication, University of Cambridge, she developed courses and tools to help patients make informed decisions.

Before this, she spent a decade as a science journalist for TV and radio. She holds a Veterinary Medicine degree and an MSc in Animal Health from UNAM, later earning an MSc in Science Communication at the University of Sheffield.

Maricarmen also created Pan Pal Susto, an award-winning podcast exploring health stories, which received Mexico’s 2023 National Journalism Award.