The Community Health Centre Ljubljana and the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana hosted the 3rd International Scientific Conference on Primary Health Care (ISCPC) on 2–3 October 2025 at the Grand Plaza Hotel in Ljubljana. Supported by EQUIP, EFPC, and the Association of Family Medicine Physicians of Southeast Europe, the conference brought together more than 200 participants from across Europe and beyond.
The event focused on interprofessional teamwork and quality in healthcare, covering topics such as integrated care, education, wellbeing, sustainability, and the role of digital and extended-reality technologies in primary care. Two innovations from the Institute for Research and Development of Primary Health Care were introduced — a simulation instructor manual setting new standards for educator training, and a patented pediatric emergency tape aiding rapid decision-making in child emergencies.
A keynote highlight was Prof. Dr. Thomas Frese, President of WONCA Europe, who spoke on “Harnessing the Potential of Primary Care” He emphasized the importance of patient-centred care, preventive approaches, and digital innovation, calling for stronger teamwork and community collaboration to address rising healthcare demands.
Interactive workshops and field visits in Ljubljana showcased Slovenia’s commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and education in family medicine. ISCPC 2025 reaffirmed the country’s role as a hub of collaboration and quality development in European primary health care.
Prof. Zalika Klemenc Ketiš, MD, PhD
Slovenia