New Careers in HealthTech: The E‑Health Ecosystem in France – Careers & Insights

Episode 2 of the New Careers in HealthTech series explored the E‑Health ecosystem in France, highlighting career opportunities, innovation pathways, and cross‑border collaboration. The session featured experts from BioValley France and InSimo, moderated by HCI with partners across the Euro‑Med region【212†source】.

Why the French E‑Health Ecosystem Matters

France is a leading hub for digital health innovation in Europe. The WHO Global Strategy on Digital Health underscores the importance of governance and skills, while the OECD highlights challenges in scaling digital health adoption. Learning from the French model provides insights for Tunisia and Euro‑Med ecosystems.

Program Overview

• Theme: The E‑Health ecosystem in France.
• Speakers: Dr. Sandra Chalhoub (BioValley France) & Héloïse Guillot (InSimo).
• Moderator: Sana Boujaafar.
• Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
• Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CET.
• Format: Live Zoom webinar.
• Language: French.

What Participants Learned

• Insights into the structure of the French e‑health ecosystem.
• Career paths and opportunities in digital health in France.
• Practical knowledge from BioValley France and InSimo experts.
• Euro‑Med collaboration pathways for startups and students.

A Multi‑Actor Alliance Supporting Careers

The episode was organized by HealthCare Innovation (HCI), in partnership with Pharma 4 Novation, BioValley France, and InSimo.

Strategic Impact for Tunisia & Euro‑Med

• Strengthened Euro‑Med collaboration on e‑health and digital careers.
• Transfer of best practices from French innovation ecosystems to Tunisia.
• Expanded opportunities for students and professionals in digital health.
• Built bridges for Tunisian startups to access European networks.

Next Steps

Future episodes will address topics such as market access, regulatory affairs, and digital therapies, equipping youth and professionals with tools to thrive in the Euro‑Med HealthTech sector.

HCI Resources 

Accelerating Innovation in HealthTech → https://healthcareinnovation.tn/accelerating-innovation-in-healthtech/
Startup Programs → https://healthcareinnovation.tn/service/startups/
Pharma & Medical Device Regulatory Services → https://healthcareinnovation.tn/service/pharma-medical-device/
Experts Network → https://healthcareinnovation.tn/experts/
Community Overview → https://healthcareinnovation.tn/community/

External Citations

WHO — Global Strategy on Digital Health (2020–2025): https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240068891
OECD — Digital Health Overview: https://www.oecd.org/health/digital-health.htm
BioValley France — Official Site: https://www.biovalley-france.com/
InSimo — Official Site: https://www.insimo.com/

FAQ

Q: Who were the guest speakers?
A: Dr. Sandra Chalhoub (BioValley France) & Héloïse Guillot (InSimo).
Q: What was the theme of Episode 2?
A: The E‑Health ecosystem in France and its career opportunities.
Q: Who organized the event?
A: HealthCare Innovation (HCI) with Pharma 4 Novation, BioValley France, and InSimo.