Presentation of the Master in Technologies for Digital Medicine: The Digital Twin in Healthcare

The Second Level Master in Technologies for Digital Medicine provides participants with a unique opportunity to gain advanced skills in the use of digital technologies in healthcare, with a particular focus on the concept of the Digital Twin. This approach represents a paradigm shift in health management and prevention, aligning with the 5P Medicine model (Participatory, Preventive, Predictive, Precise, and Personalized), as promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Market Context

The medical tourism sector is rapidly expanding, with an annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.1%, and is expected to reach a value of over $207 billion by 2027. This trend is driven by several factors, including the growing ageing population and the increasing demand for high-quality medical care, often unavailable or too expensive in patients’ home countries.

In parallel, the adoption of advanced medical technologies is improving the quality of life for people over 70, who represent a steadily growing demographic segment. Life expectancy is increasing due to advances in preventive medicine and chronic disease management. This demographic and technological trend creates enormous opportunities for the healthcare sector, which must prepare to address new challenges such as remote patient management and the prevention of age-related diseases.

Master Objectives

The Master aims to train professionals capable of using digital and technological tools to improve healthcare management and support the transition to a patient-centred system. The course is designed for doctors and healthcare professionals who wish to acquire new skills in health data management, telemedicine, and prevention through the use of medical devices and digital applications.

Target Audience and Career Opportunities

The Master is aimed at graduates in Medicine and Surgery who work in both the public and private sectors. Through a curriculum of 360 hours of lectures and practical activities totalling approximately 1500 hours, participants will gain an integrated view of the patient and their needs, leveraging the potential of biometric data and the Digital Twin. Public sector doctors will thus be able to contribute to reducing healthcare costs and improving system efficiency, while those in the private sector will be able to expand and diversify the services offered.

Master’s Content

The programme includes several teaching units, such as:

- Digital Medicine and Technological Innovation: the evolution of medicine towards a predictive and preventive model.
- Digital Twin for Health: definition, applications, and benefits for longevity and prevention.
- Specialised Applications of the Digital Twin: use in various fields of medicine, from cardiology to neurology, sports medicine, and surgery.
- Medical Tourism and Prevention: managing international patients and issues related to medical tourism.
- Technological and Digital Tools: use of medical devices and health apps for continuous patient monitoring.
- Legal and Ethical Aspects: management of health data, cybersecurity, and compliance with European and international regulations.

Research and Innovation Opportunities

The Master also offers the opportunity to participate in research projects, contributing to the creation of a new health index based on the data collected from participants. This will enable the development of new analytical methodologies and optimise patient management in the context of digital medicine.