“The Value of Innovation in Healthcare” presented to the Ministry of Health

On this occasion, AmCham presented its position paper “The Value of Innovation in Healthcare”, highlighting innovation as a strategic investment in health and the economy, its importance in improving treatment outcomes, and the need to accelerate patient access to innovative therapies. Over the past decades, healthcare innovation has made a significant contribution to improving treatment outcomes and the quality of life of patients in Croatia.

Participants agreed that innovation is already recognized and present in the Croatian healthcare system, and that making better use of innovative technologies in the future will help unlock their full value.

The meeting also addressed recent developments related to AmCham’s position paper “Recommendations for the Implementation of Health Technology Assessment”, published in 2025. State Secretary Mittermayer welcomed AmCham’s contribution in this area and announced further cooperation on legislative initiatives.

State Secretary Tomislav Dulibić announced a number of upcoming initiatives and legislative amendments by the Ministry of Health, with AmCham expected to provide its expert input.

AmCham representatives attending the meeting were: Andrea Doko Jelušić, Executive Director; Dražen Malbašić, Public Policy Director; Nataša Vidaković, Policy Manager; Mirela Pučić, Chair of the AmCham Healthcare Committee (Roche); Ivo Šegota, Healthcare Committee Member (Merck Sharp & Dohme); and Jurica Toth, Healthcare Committee Member (Medtronic Adriatic)