EFMI

President Summary

This year marks the 45th anniversary of the European Federation for Medical Association (EFMI) and was recognized in MIE2021, run virtually along with the 200 years of the Hellenic revolution that led to the establishment of the Greek state. It has been a busy year for EFMI characterized by an ambitious workplan and launching of internal projects managed by board members along the lines of Renew – Connect – Grow. COVID-19 has been a barrier to traditional cooperation, exchange of ideas, and collaboration, challenging EFMI to engage in more digital activities. COVID-19 has also been an opportunity for higher attendance in the council meetings. In my role as president, I represented EFMI in several advisory boards and digital events. Overall, more than seven keynotes or invited speeches fostering relations with European umbrella organizations were delivered. As part of EFMI's participation in the FAIR4Health project, under the leadership of EFMI Treasurer, Carlos Parra Calderon, we organized a 3-hour EU-US AMIA workshop on FAIR (findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability) data policy in March 2021. Follow-up workshops will elaborate on FAIR policy and support for a FAIR data certification roadmap for Healthcare Research Organizations. Towards the end of the year, the EFMI Executive Board investigates its strategic position in the post-COVID era characterized by the transformation of health and care with renewed focus on data and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Catherine Chronaki, EFMI President (nov. 2020 - nov. 2022)

Publication History

Article published online:
02 June 2022