Europe - Brussels

Data Privacy for Health Summit

Annual Conference - Tuesday 26 January 2027

Venue & date

When

Tuesday, 26 January 2027

Where

Hilton Brussels Grand PlaceCarrefour de l'Europe 31000 BrusselsBelgium

Carrefour de l'Europe faces Brussels-Central station - a 5 minute walk from the Grand-Place, and direct trains from Brussels Airport.

Agenda

Morning Sessions

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Registration & Welcome Coffee

09:00 AM - 09:30 AM

The DPO Forecast: Lessons from 2026, Signals for 2027

Keynote and live audience poll. A look back at the key Data Privacy developments that shaped 2026, followed by a live audience poll on the trends, risks, and priorities DPOs expect to define 2027. Daniela Will, Natalie Stockmann

09:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Data Privacy Certifications: From Regulatory Frameworks to Industry Reality

Duo keynote. As Data Privacy certification mechanisms evolve, what role can they realistically play in demonstrating GDPR compliance? A discussion bringing together regulatory authorities to explore certification frameworks, practical challenges, and their value for Life Sciences organizations.
Erik Boucher

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Regulatory State of Play: Biotech Act, AI Act & the Digital Omnibus, Decoded

Regulatory update. A 20-minute overview of where we currently stand with the Biotech Act, AI Act, and Digital Omnibus, what is changing, and what Life Sciences organizations should be preparing for. Dr. Markus

10:20 AM - 10:50 AM

Scientific Research Guidance: What’s Next for Health Data?

Regulatory spotlight (30 minutes). A focused introduction to the latest Data Protection guidance on scientific research and its implications for Health Data governance and Life Sciences. Marta Musidłowska, Griet Verhenneman

10:50 AM - 11:00 AM

Coffee Break

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Whose Governance Is It Anyway?

Interactive panel and Q&A. Who should be responsible for effective Data Governance? DPOs, Data Protection Authorities, and industry privacy professionals come face-to-face to discuss responsibilities, accountability, and practical governance challenges, with direct audience participation.
Ricardo Catalan, Larisa Munteanu, Michael Will

11:50 AM - 12:40 PM

The Elusive Boundary of Anonymisation: Health Data Warehouses, Query Outputs, Digital Twins and the Future of a Risk-Based Test

Panel discussion. A deep dive into the evolving boundaries of anonymisation, from Health Data Warehouses and query outputs to digital twins, including the latest regulatory guidance, re-identification risks, and the move toward risk-based assessments.
Sophie Stalla-Bourdillon, Winnie Dongbou

12:40 PM - 01:45 PM

Lunch & Networking

Afternoon Sessions

01:45 PM - 02:45 PM

When AI Attacks: Surviving a Cross-Border Data Breach in Real Time

Immersive scenario and panel discussion. A realistic cross-border Data Breach scenario exploring what happens when AI, re-identification risks, and international Data Protection obligations collide. Participants will examine the decisions, responsibilities, and response strategies required as the incident unfolds. Cresco

02:45 PM - 03:30 PM

Cross-Border Health Data Transfers from China: Bridging Regulation and Reality

Expert panel discussion. An exploration of the regulatory and operational challenges surrounding cross-border health data transfers from China. Industry experts will share real-world experiences, discuss existing barriers, and explore practical solutions to bridge the gap between regulatory requirements and operational realities. Donovan Sheppard

03:30 PM - 03:45 PM

Coffee Break

03:45 PM - 04:30 PM

Global Privacy Watch: What’s Brewing Beyond Europe?

Lightning talks and comparative panel. A fast-paced look at the Privacy and regulatory developments European Life Sciences organizations should be watching beyond Europe. Short lightning talks will cover China, the Middle East, and the United States, followed by a comparative discussion on emerging trends and practical implications for global organizations.
Anastassia Negrouk

04:30 PM - 05:00 PM

Mind, Body, Data: Privacy and AI in the Age of Neurotech and Medical Devices

Forward-looking presentation and discussion. An exploration of what happens as technology moves closer to the human body and mind. The session examines emerging questions around Neurotechnology, AI, and Medical Devices, and the interplay between the Medical Device Regulation, AI Act, and GDPR. Baroum Mrad Georgis

05:15 PM - 05:30 PM

Closing Remarks

05:30 PM onwards

Networking Cocktail

THROUGHOUT THE DAY

MyData-TRUST Booth - MD-Board: Live Demonstration & Hands-On Experience

Visit the MyData-TRUST booth to discover MD-Board in action and try it yourself.

Photos and videos will be taken during the Summit. To find out how we use them, and how to opt out, read our Privacy Notice on Photos & Videos.

Line-up

Speakers 2027

Erik Boucher

Erik Boucher

Information Technology Expert, CNIL (French Data Protection Authority)

Ricardo Catalan

Ricardo Catalan

Senior Inspector and Coordinator DPO team, Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch Data Protection Authority)

Larisa Munteanu

Larisa Munteanu

CIPP/E, CIPM, PhD Researcher, Founder of Protector PriVit

Sophie Stalla-Bourdillon

Sophie Stalla-Bourdillon

Co-Director, Brussels Privacy Hub

Winnie Dongbou

Winnie Dongbou

Legal Transformation Lead, MyData-TRUST

Anastassia Negrouk

Anastassia Negrouk

Chief Operating Officer, MyData-TRUST

Baroum Mrad Georgis

Baroum Mrad Georgis

MLaw, DPO-HSG, Compliance Officer, Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale (EOC), Member of the Cantonal Data Protection and Transparency Commission (CPDT)

Donovan Sheppard

Donovan Sheppard

Head of Data Protection Advisory & Global DPO, UCB

Marta Musidłowska

Marta Musidłowska

PhD Researcher, Ghent University

Griet Verhenneman

Griet Verhenneman

Assistant Professor, Ghent University

Michael Will

Michael Will

President of the Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision

Natalie Stockmann

Natalie Stockmann

Data Protection Counsel / Data Privacy Officer, Ascensia Diabetes Care

In collaboration with

GDPR e-learningInternational Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)MVA - ØresundBioUKAngels SantéMedicen Paris RegionParis Biotech Santé

Looking Back at our 2026 event in Brussels

✨ What a success in Brussels! ✨

On January 29, 2026, the Data Privacy for Health Summit at the Hilton Brussels Grand Place brought together more than 120 attendees and leading experts from across the health and Life Sciences ecosystem.

Throughout the day, DPOs, privacy officers, legal counsel, regulators, researchers, and industry leaders engaged in dynamic discussions on EHDS in action, AI and health data, re-identification risks, privacy-enhancing technologies, and patient data ownership. The exchanges were concrete, forward-looking, and deeply rooted in real-world challenges facing our sector.

From high-level regulatory perspectives to practical implementation insights, this edition once again confirmed the strength and commitment of the European health data privacy community.

A huge thank you to all our speakers, moderators, partners, and participants. Your expertise, openness, and energy made this event truly impactful.

Missed the Brussels edition or want to revisit the highlights? You can access 2026’s page or watch the recap video.

And we’re already looking ahead…
The next edition of the Data Privacy for Health Summit is in preparation: mark your calendar for Tuesday 26 January 2027, at the Hilton Brussels Grand Place!

Stay tuned, we look forward to continuing the conversation and welcoming you again for another inspiring edition.

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