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From 8–10 June 2026, the 87th Congress of the Czech Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (Czech Medical Association JEP) took place at the Aldis Congress Centre in Hradec Králové.

This year’s congress focused on innovation, artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The scientific programme was prepared in cooperation with the Association of Clinical Speech and Language Therapists of the Czech Republic and the Czech Society for Biomedical Engineering and Medical Informatics (CMA JEP).

The programme featured scientific lectures, panel discussions, instructional courses, e-posters, corporate presentations, and workshops. Participants had the opportunity to meet not only specialists in ENT and head and neck surgery, but also clinical speech and language therapists, biomedical engineers, nurses, and professionals from a wide range of healthcare and related disciplines.

Promedica was an official sponsor of the panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence and Telemedicine. During the session, a multidisciplinary team of experts discussed the latest developments in artificial intelligence, its impact on modern medicine, and its potential applications within the Czech healthcare system.

At the exhibition booth, our Medical Technologies Division showcased the Collin Medical navigation system, an innovative solution designed to support precision and efficiency in ENT surgery.

One of the highlights of the congress was a live demonstration presented by Hradec Králové University Hospital. An endoscope was inserted into a physician’s nasopharynx, allowing the movement of her vocal cords to be projected live onto the congress hall screen while she was singing (the video can be viewed below). This unique demonstration effectively combined clinical practice, medical education, and advanced imaging technology.

The congress once again highlighted the growing importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative technologies in ENT care, providing valuable insights and inspiration for future clinical practice.

ENT Division & Medical Technologies Division

At the end of May, the 29th National Congress of the Czech Society for Orthopaedics and Traumatology (ČSOT) took place in České Budějovice. As the most important professional gathering of the Czech orthopaedic community, the congress brought together leading experts from across the country. Promedica’s Orthopaedic Division participated as a major partner, once again confirming its strong position in the Czech market.

Our exhibition was among the largest and most prominent at the congress. Over the course of three days, we welcomed dozens of physicians, healthcare professionals, and business partners interested in the latest developments in orthopaedics, traumatology, and modern surgical technologies. Our booth became a hub for professional discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking. To create a welcoming atmosphere, visitors also had the opportunity to enjoy unique Italian refreshment experience with freshly sliced cured meats, cheeses, and other delicacies, adding a distinctive touch to our exhibition and setting it apart from the traditional conference offerings.

This year’s scientific programme clearly demonstrated the direction in which modern orthopaedics is evolving. One of the most frequently discussed topics was robot-assisted surgery, which continues to gain importance, particularly in joint replacement procedures. Presentations and shared clinical experience confirmed that robotic systems provide greater surgical precision, enhanced preoperative planning, and support a more personalised approach to patient care.

Robotics is undoubtedly one of the key drivers of the future development of orthopaedics. Participating in the congress gave us the opportunity not only to showcase our product portfolio and expertise but also to receive valuable feedback from users and gain insight into the latest trends that will shape orthopaedic care in the years ahead.

We would like to thank all colleagues from our Orthopaedic Division for their professional preparation and outstanding representation of the company. The strong interest in our exhibition and the high level of engagement in professional discussions reaffirm that Promedica is a trusted partner of Czech orthopaedic institutions and continues to play an active role in advancing modern healthcare.

Orthopaedic Division

Promedica once again ranked among the main partners of the 62nd Diabetology Days in Luhačovice, taking on the role of a Gold Partner. The congress reaffirmed its position as one of the most important professional events in the field of diabetology in the Czech Republic.

Throughout the event, participants had the opportunity to visit our booth, where we showcased the CareSens Air continuous glucose monitoring system, while also highlighting the proven Contour range of glucometers, which remain an essential part of everyday clinical practice.

As part of our Gold Partnership, we also hosted a 45-minute satellite symposium in the main hall titled “The Most Dedicated Member of the Education Team,” which attracted significant interest from the professional community.

The symposium program offered two perspectives from clinical practice:

• MUDr. Robert Bém (IKEM Prague) delivered a presentation titled “A New Breeze in Glucose Monitoring: The Benefits and Potential of CareSens Air,” introducing the sensor’s role in modern diabetology.
• MUDr. Petr Žák (St. Anne’s University Hospital, Brno) followed with “CareSens Air in a Diabetes Center – Experience Beyond the First Impression,” sharing real-world clinical insights.

The program also included an interactive activity for physicians. From Thursday until the start of the symposium, attendees could complete a questionnaire and enter a prize draw. The winners were selected live at the end of the symposium, with ten participants receiving practical prizes.

Our participation in the congress once again enabled us to engage directly with healthcare professionals, exchange clinical experience, and present solutions that have a real impact on diabetes care.

Diabetology Division

The 32nd International Conference on Hospital Epidemiology and Hygiene took place on March 24–25 at the newly renovated Orea Congress Hotel in Brno. The event was held under the patronage of Prof. MUDr. Martin Repko, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Masaryk University.

The SNEH professional society traditionally organizes the conference in Brno every year. It is intended for domestic and international experts in the fields of hygiene, epidemiology, and infection control, and provides an opportunity to share experiences in these fields as well as to establish personal relationships.

Participants had the opportunity to discuss professional topics in the areas of infection prevention and control, including new technologies and their applications. An important part of the event was also the opportunity for personal meetings, not only for business but also for socializing.

This time, Promedica was represented not only by its Disinfection and Sterilization Division, which primarily showcased disinfection products at its booth, but also by its Surgical Program Division, which presented the Asanus surgical portfolio. Our key account manager, Regina Gabrielová, gave a presentation titled “Tracking the Circulation of ASANUS BarCon Instruments,” which was very well-received and generated a number of questions.

The entire conference was very beneficial, and it was also a pleasure to see familiar faces again, make new contacts, and strengthen existing ones.

Disinfection and sterilisation division

Surgical Programme division

On March 19–20, 2026, the Nursing Conference 2026 took place at Hotel Atlantis in Rozdrojovice, focusing on modern approaches in diabetology. The event was attended by approximately 50 diabetes nurses from across the Czech Republic.

The program focused on how to effectively work with glycaemic monitoring today and how to integrate modern technologies into everyday clinical practice. It featured expert lectures, experience sharing, and hands-on workshops.

The opening session outlined the evolution of self-monitoring—from traditional glucometers to current systems for managing glycaemic data. Emphasis was placed on how to correctly interpret data, use it in outpatient settings, and base treatment decisions on it.

Another part of the program addressed the limitations of conventional measurement and the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), including the introduction of the CareSens Air system. It also highlighted the crucial role nurses play in patient education and in supporting long-term adherence to treatment.

The second day offered a practical perspective on using CGM in daily practice—from selecting suitable patients to demonstrating specific benefits for treatment management. It also included an interactive workshop focused on working with data and explaining it clearly to patients.

The conference confirmed that the role of the diabetes nurse continues to expand, and that data-driven approaches and continuous monitoring are now key to delivering high-quality diabetes care.

We thank all participants and speakers for their active engagement and for sharing their experience.

Diabetology Division

We are delighted to announce that we achieved exceptional success at the Smith+Nephew Distributors Meeting, held in Istanbul on January 31 – February 1. This prestigious event provided an excellent opportunity to meet with key partners from the Central and Eastern Europe region and to discuss the latest trends and innovations in orthopedics, trauma, robotics, and wound care.

We are bringing home a record number of awards from Istanbul, which represents tremendous recognition of the systematic efforts of our entire team. Our Orthopaedics Division played a leading role, receiving awards in the key segments of Robotics, Trauma, and Hips. These achievements confirm our strong market position, our focus on innovative technologies, and our long-term support for surgical teams and healthcare institutions. The award in robotics further demonstrates that we are among the leaders in implementing modern solutions that significantly enhance the quality of patient care.

Special recognition was also awarded to our colleague Jan Kuťák, who received the Courage Award for his outstanding bravery, professionalism, and dedication. This award is not only a personal achievement, but also a symbol of the values that underpin our daily work.

The Wound Care Division also achieved significant success, receiving two prestigious awards – for Best Sales Performance in Advanced Wound Care and for the Highest Growth in PICO Negative Pressure Therapy sales. These results confirm our strong and well-balanced position across the entire portfolio and our ability to achieve sustainable growth in all key areas.

The meeting in Istanbul was filled with inspiring presentations, open discussions, and new business opportunities. We would like to thank Smith+Nephew for the professional organization of the event and all our partners for their trust and collaboration.

We are proud to represent our company with such outstanding results and will continue to push the boundaries of modern healthcare.

Kind regards,

Orthopaedics and Wound Care Divisions

On 14 January 2026, an Endokrinologie v kostce seminar – a Czech endocrinology overview seminar – was held at the Continental Hotel in Brno, organised under the professional supervision of MUDr. Kateřina Himmelová, MBA.

The seminar offered an overview of key topics in current endocrinology, from novelties in paediatric endocrinology to nephropathies and neuroendocrine tumours, as well as the legal responsibility of doctors in clinical practice.

Promedica used this platform to present a new product in the field of continuous glucose monitoring: the CareSens Air CGM system. Attendees had the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the system’s operating principles, its practical benefits in daily patient care and its potential applications in clinical practice.

Alongside the CareSens Air CGM system, Promedica also presented the Contour Plus Elite and Contour Plus One glucose meters, providing a comprehensive range of solutions for glycaemia monitoring, from traditional measurement to continuous tracking.

The seminar confirmed the growing interest of the professional public in modern CGM technologies, which are becoming a standard part of diabetes care.

Diabetes Division

Dear Business Partners,

On behalf of the entire Promedica team, I would like to thank you for your cooperation over the past year and wish you a peaceful and joyful Christmas.

I wish you good health, professional success, and many great opportunities in 2026 that will allow us to work together again. We greatly appreciate your trust and look forward to working with you in the coming year.

Pavel Hanuš
CEO of Promedica

 

 

 

 

On November 20, the traditional 11th Sonographic Workshop took place at the Golf Hotel in Prague with a record attendance, which made us very happy.

The morning part of the program was devoted to theoretical lectures by MUDr. Kukulský, who is an application specialist at FUJIFILM. In addition, Dr. Machková and Dr. Ďuricová from ISCARE, Dr. Taimr from IKEM, Dr. Šmíd from VFN, and Dr. Dvořák from the Regional Hospital in Liberec, who was also the expert guarantor of the entire event, accepted our request to present their experiences with elastography.

After the theoretical part and a short refreshment break, an afternoon practical workshop was prepared for the participants on our three FUJIFILM Arietta 850 ultrasound devices, during which the participants could try out both types of elastography, ShearWave and RealTime elastography, as well as intestinal examinations.

We firmly believe that the knowledge and skills gained, both theoretical and practical, will be beneficial to participants and helpful in elastographic examinations of patients, and we look forward to the next meeting.

Medical Technology Division

After a long break, Promedica once again actively participated in one of the most important professional gatherings in the field of modern diabetology – the Technology in Diabetology congress, which took place from October 2 to 4, 2025, at the Parkhotel Plzeň. The event, organized in cooperation with the Czech Diabetes Society, attracted hundreds of experts from across the country and abroad.

Our company presented the latest technology from the portfolio of South Korean manufacturer i-Sens – the CareSens Air continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensor and the Sens365 application for sharing data from the sensor for smartphones and PC web browsers. This innovative solution was introduced in a lecture by Prof. Kateřina Štechová, MD, PhD, from the Geriatric Clinic of Motol University Hospital, who familiarized participants with the principle of operation, measurement accuracy, and possible uses of the sensor in clinical practice. She also used case studies to illustrate the necessity of CGM in the current treatment of diabetes and the improvement of care for frail patients with advanced diabetes as well as active patients of productive age, for whom CGM systems offer hope of returning to their original professions, which they had to leave due to diabetes.

The importance of continuous monitoring was reflected across several professional blocks in this year’s program – e.g., “Continuous Monitoring” (Friday, October 3), which featured presentations on the PRAVis-CGM project, the use of CGM in hospitalized patients, and monitoring after liver transplantation. Experiences with the use of sensors during pregnancy and new trends in the combination of CGM and insulin pumps were also discussed, for example in the “Patch Pumps” section and during workshops dedicated to hybrid systems.

The great interest of experts was also confirmed by practical testing – during the congress, approximately 90 participants tested the CareSens Air sensor and appreciated its simple application, comfort, and intuitive mobile application.

Our participation in this year’s event confirmed the company’s commitment to actively contributing to the development of modern care for patients with diabetes and supporting innovations that improve their quality of life.

Diabetology division