International Society for Telemedicine & e-Health - ISFTEH

05/08/2026

📣 Digitization for Health in Africa: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Health Equity and Universal Health Coverage

📅 Join us on August 18, 2026 for the launch of the AI4African Health Initiative Global Executive Webinar Series, presented by International Medical Exchange (IME) in partnership with ISfTeH.

This high-level series will bring together global and African leaders across health, technology, policy, and finance to help shape the future of AI-driven healthcare systems across the continent — paving the way toward the 2027 Stakeholder Conference in Morocco.

Key discussions will explore:

AI in public health.
Financing for universal health coverage.
Multilingual AI and health communication.
Cross-sector collaboration for scalable impact.

🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gCtwBxQe
ℹ️ For more info: https://lnkd.in/gFHs7Wke

09/07/2026

Join ISfTeH President, Dr. Michele Y Griffith MD at Telehealth Connect 2026!

From 29 September - 1 October 2026, healthcare leaders, policymakers, innovators, and technology experts will come together in Tunis to discuss the future of and , exchange experiences, and learn from one another's successes and challenges.

The event will feature distinguished speakers and delegates from Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and North America, who will share insights into how telehealth and digital health are transforming healthcare systems in their countries.

This year's programme is designed to be more interactive than ever, with:
✅ Practical, hands-on workshops
✅ Dedicated networking and side meetings
✅ Meaningful discussions between governments, healthcare providers, technology companies, investors, and international organisations
✅ Opportunities to build partnerships and drive future collaborations

Telehealth Connect is a platform to exchange knowledge, foster innovation, and create the partnerships that will shape the future of healthcare.

📅 29 September – 1 October 2026
📍 Tunis, Tunisia
ℹ️ https://telehealth-connect.com

06/07/2026

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Robin Vicken Ohannessian as a new Board Member of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth (ISfTeH).

His expertise and leadership in digital health and telemedicine will be a valuable addition as we continue advancing innovation, collaboration, and global impact in telemedicine and eHealth.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Dr. Ohannessian as he begins this new role with ISfTeH.

01/07/2026

📣 Digitization for Health in Africa: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Health Equity and Universal Health Coverage

International Medical Exchange (IME), in partnership with ISfTeH, launches the AI4African Health Initiative Global Executive Webinar Series starting August 18, 2026.

This high-level series brings together global and African leaders across health, technology, policy, and finance to shape the future of AI-driven healthcare systems across the continent, leading toward the 2027 Stakeholder Conference in Morocco.

Key discussions will cover AI in public health, financing for universal health coverage, multilingual AI and health communication, and cross-sector collaboration for scalable impact.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_75xjzKZlSgegsHGUEL6geg

For more info: https://isfteh.org/2026/07/01/digitization-for-health-in-africa-harnessing-artificial-intelligence-for-health-equity-and-universal-health-coverage-in-africa/

International Medical Exchange, in partnership with the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth, announce the AI4African Health Initiative Global Executive Webinar Series, which kicks off on August 18, '26. These webinars are designed as engagements leading up to the AI4African Health Initi...

01/07/2026

📢 ISfTeH's partner journal 'Telehealth and Medicine Today' June Issue is LIVE: https://telehealthandmedicinetoday.com/index.php/journal
The June issue spotlights themes on AI in clinical workflows, EHR related technostress, global market shifts, women’s health governance gaps, teleconsultation in rural settings, and the growing role of digital health infrastructure.

A timely collection for anyone working at the intersection of healthcare innovation, policy, and care delivery.

This issue convenes global contributors addressing real world implementation, emerging operational challenges, and the expanding role of AI in clinical and care delivery environments. Topics span electronic health record (EHR) technostress, AI versus physician driven care models, global digital health market dynamics, and governance gaps in women’s health technologies.

Featured Research Highlights Include:
✔️ Electronic Health Record-Related Technostress
✔️ Physician Versus AI Responses - International Telemedicine Program
✔️ Digital Health: A Market Survey of Multinational Companies and Lessons From Global Peers
✔️ When AI Becomes Care: Governance Gaps in Women's Health Technologies
✔️ Teleconsultation in Three Rural Health Centers: A Case Study
✔️ Teledentistry vs. Face-to-Face Oral Hygiene Interventions in Randomized Trials
✔️ Mobile Health Applications for Tuberculosis Prevention and Care Scoping Review
✔️ Post-COVID Telemedicine Strategy
✔️ Digital Surveillance for Drug Resistant TB
✔️ Telehealth data infrastructure
✔️ Global EHR Interoperability

The full issue is available at: https://telehealthandmedicinetoday.com/index.php/journal

Telehealth and Medicine Today (THMT) is a leading international peer review journal where multidisciplinary thought leaders, practitioners, and stakeholders converge to address strategic, medical, technical, economic, legal, regulatory and societal aspects of this growing health technology sector. T...

25/06/2026

Telemedicine & eHealth in Tunisia: A Deep Dive into a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

As part of the national member webinar series, the Tunisian Society of Telemedicine & eHealth/Société Tunisienne de Télémédecine & eSanté (STTeS) will present a comprehensive overview of Tunisia’s digital health ecosystem - from national infrastructure to education and innovation.

📆 June 26, 2026 | 13:00 UTC
💻 Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DuDQL0bKRjiRrclFqWVf0g #/registration

This session will explore:
- The evolution and achievements of STTeS in advancing telemedicine nationwide
- Tunisia’s Digital Hospital and the national telemedicine center, now active across multiple specialties
- Integration progress, system‑level challenges, and future expansion opportunities
- How universities and training programs are preparing the next generation of clinicians for digital practice
- The growing public‑private partnership driving innovation and entrepreneurship in eHealth

Agenda Highlights:
Welcome & Opening - Ridha Kechrid
STTeS: History & Activities - Riadh Gouider, Karim Bouhlila
Digital Hospital Experience - Habiba Mizouni
eHealth Education - Chiheb Romdhani
Public‑Private Partnership - Mohamed Ben Hamida, Razi Meliani

A valuable session for anyone following digital health transformation in North Africa and beyond.

23/06/2026

Current landscape of Telemedicine & eHealth in Tunisia

Join us for this session which is part of a series of webinars organized by national member societies of the ISfTeH.
In this edition, the Tunisian Society of Telemedicine and eHealth (STTeS), will provide a comprehensive overview of digital health in Tunisia.

📆 June 26, 2026 | 1:00pm UTC
💻 Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DuDQL0bKRjiRrclFqWVf0g

The opening segment of the webinar will reflect on the Tunisian society's historical trajectory, major achievements, and its present role in promoting telemedicine and eHealth throughout the country.

The discussion will then examine national digital health infrastructure, including the "Digital Hospital," Tunisia's national telemedicine center, which has already launched activities across multiple specialties. The webinar will assess its current integration within the health system, review progress made, identify ongoing challenges, and explore perspectives for broader implementation.

Training and education initiatives in digital health will also be addressed, focusing on how students and practicing professionals are being prepared to integrate eHealth tools into clinical practice.

Finally, the webinar will present an overview of the public-private partnership in telemedicine and e-health technologies highlighting concrete innovations, solutions, and entrepreneurial dynamics within the country.

Agenda:

Welcome and Opening
Ridha Kechrid, President, STTeS

Tunisian Society of Telemedicine and eHealth: History and current activities
Riadh Gouider, Secretary General, STTeS
Karim Bouhlila, Treasurer, STTeS

Digital health infrastructure in Tunisia : The experience of the digital hospital
Habiba Mizouni, Tunisian Ministry of Health

eHealth education for undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Chiheb Romdhani, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis

Public-Private Partnership in Telemedicine and eHealth in Tunisia
Mohamed Ben Hamida, Vice President, STTeS
Razi Meliani, Deputy Treasurer, STTeS

Q&A

20/06/2026

Innovation, Trust and Sustainability: The Power of Accreditation in Digital Health & Telehealth

The International Society for Telemedicine and eHealth (ISFTeH), in collaboration with QAI, joined a World Accreditation Day webinar that brought together international experts to discuss the growing importance of accreditation in telemedicine, digital health, and virtual care. The session emphasized how accreditation helps strengthen trust, improve quality, support patient safety, and promote sustainability in healthcare systems that are increasingly powered by technology.

A number of key topics were highlighted throughout the webinar, including the role of accreditation in building confidence in digital health services, the need for clear standards in telehealth, and the importance of interoperability, data protection, and responsible use of artificial intelligence. Speakers also discussed the value of continuous quality improvement, governance, and independent verification in ensuring that digital health services remain safe, effective, and accountable.

The webinar also underscored the importance of global collaboration in shaping the future of telemedicine and eHealth. ISFTeH reaffirmed its commitment to supporting international efforts that advance reliable, equitable, and sustainable digital health solutions for patients, providers, and health systems worldwide.

Watch full webinar here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhUcktOBwyE

20/06/2026

🌍 Shaping the Future of Clinical Training & Remote Care

Thank you to everyone who joined our latest ISfTeH Nurses & Midwives Working Group webinar. Together with experts from Telegenz, we explored how digital innovation is transforming clinical education, patient assessment, and Hospital‑at‑Home care.

From extending the clinical room to enabling safe, effective remote patient management, this session highlighted practical ways technology is strengthening healthcare delivery worldwide.

Missed it? You can now watch the full recording here: 🎥 https://youtu.be/lDSP8pPfTeY

17/06/2026

Join us tomorrow (June 18th) for "Care Beyond Walls, Training Beyond Limits." The Nurses and Midwives Working Group of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth is hosting a webinar together with experts from Telegenz, in which we’ll explore how digital innovation is reshaping patient care, clinical training, and the Hospital‑at‑Home model.

From real‑time clinical examination to remote patient management, this session brings practical insights from leaders who are redefining what care can look like beyond traditional settings.

📆 June 18, 2026 | 12:00 UTC
💻 Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LvrATH1rTFawbw8_kIHQHw #/registration