9th Annual Conference of ELLOK – “Person Centered Care: From Planning to Implementation”

The Hellenic Cancer Federation (ELLOK) announces its 9th Annual Conference, which will take place on February 3, 4, and 5, 2025, at the Wyndham Grand Athens Hotel in Athens, Greece.

This significant event of ELLOK is held annually in honor of World Cancer Day on February 4 and is part of the international campaign “United by Unique” led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

At a time of rapid developments and transformation in cancer care in Greece, the 9th ELLOK Conference will serve as a platform for dialogue and policymaking to create a higher-quality and more efficient healthcare system.

Key Topics

The conference agenda will focus on:

• The implementation framework of the National Cancer Plan and the establishment of the National Cancer Registry.
• Aligning Greek health policy with European institutions to prioritize cancer care.
• Quality and safety of healthcare services.
• New national cancer screening programs.
• The development of the National Hub for the “Cancer Mission” initiative.
• Strengthening Primary Healthcare as a fundamental strategy in cancer care.
• Eliminating inequalities in cancer treatment access.
• Patient participation in decision-making processes.
• Digital transformation in healthcare and its benefits for patients.
• The need for a new economic model in healthcare management.
• Clinical trials as a key driver of cancer treatment advancements.
• The evaluation of healthcare services through a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Organization.
• Latest innovations in medical technologies and their impact on oncology care.
• The presentation of the “Action Guide for Efficient Cancer Care” by All.Can International.
• The OECD report on cancer care in Greece.
• Evaluating patient experiences within the Greek healthcare system.

Distinguished Speakers – Key Discussions

The Greek Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, the Deputy Minister of Health, Marios Themistocleous, the Alternate Minister of Health, Irene Agapidaki, and General Secretaries from the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Development, and Ministry of National Economy and Finance will honor the conference with their presence.

Additionally, the President of IDIKA (e-Governance Center for Social Security), Ioannis Karagiannis, and the CEO of IDIKA, Niki Tsouma, will also participate.

The conference will feature renowned international and Greek stakeholders, including João Breda, Eduardo Pisani, Cary Adams, and Andreas Charalambous.

Through presentations, panel discussions, and study reports, leading scientists, policymakers, academics, healthcare professionals, representatives from the pharmaceutical industry, and patient advocacy groups will contribute to a meaningful dialogue aimed at shaping solutions that will improve cancer care in Greece.

A Landmark Event for the Cancer Community

The 9th ELLOK Annual Conference aspires to be a key reference point for the oncology community, strengthening the role of patients in decision-making regarding their treatment and quality of life.

The conference sessions will be live-streamed on the ELLOK website and ELLOK’s Facebook page.

Make your registration if you want to attend the event online in English.

View the agenda here.                                                                                                                                           

The 9th Annual Conference of the Hellenic Cancer Federation – ELLOK is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Health.

It is also supported by the auspices of the following international organizations:

• Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)
• European Cancer Organisation (ECO)
• All.Can International
• Association of European Cancer Leagues (ECL)

About the Hellenic Cancer Federation – ELLOK

The Hellenic Cancer Federation – ELLOK is the national umbrella organization representing cancer patient associations across Greece. Currently, with 50 member cancer patient associations from all over the country, ELLOK serves as the unified voice of oncology patient organizations in Greece.

Our mission is to reduce the burden of cancer on patients and their loved ones, improve treatment outcomes and enhance the quality of oncology care. We aim to achieve this by bringing together all cancer patient organizations to advocate for the individual and collective rights of patients and caregivers, ensuring universal, timely, and affordable access to high-quality oncology care for all. 

Learn more about the conference.