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ST: Fachverband Strahlen- und Medizinphysik

ST 8: Keynote Session

ST 8.1: Invited Talk

Thursday, March 19, 2026, 16:45–17:15, KH 01.013

Healing Patients, Heating the Planet: Why Circularity Matters in Healthcare — •Katharina Hesels — Siemens Healthineers

Healthcare exists to save lives, yet paradoxically, it is a significant contributor to global warming, a crisis that increases mortality rates as temperatures rise. In this keynote, I will address this dual responsibility and share how circular economy principles can help reconcile patient care with planetary health. Through examples of refurbishment programmes, eco-design initiatives, and responsible usage of AI, we will explore how MedTech can reduce its carbon footprint without compromising clinical outcomes.

Keywords: Circularity; Healthcare