Novartis Baltics

20/08/2026

Estonia's Health Data: Crystal Ball or Compass?

At the 2026 Opinion Festival in Paide, Novartis brought together experts from across the healthcare ecosystem to explore a critical question:

How can Estonia unlock the full value of its health data?

A recurring theme throughout the discussion was the need to move beyond simply documenting healthcare services and toward generating and using data that can support prevention, enable more informed decision-making, and ultimately improve health outcomes.

Key takeaways from the discussion:
• Administrative burden limits the time clinicians can spend with patients.
• Fragmented data hinders seamless access, sharing, and use across the healthcare system.
• Legacy systems continue to constrain efficiency and interoperability.
• Data quality gaps reduce value for patient care, research, innovation, and policymaking.
• Secondary use of health data remains complex and resource-intensive.
• Data-driven insights are not yet fully integrated into routine healthcare decisions.

At the same time, the discussion highlighted opportunities to strengthen Estonia's already advanced digital health ecosystem through better data quality, interoperability, accessibility, and practical use of health information to improve outcomes.

A sincere thank you to our moderator, Johannes Tralla, and to our distinguished panelists Liisi Lillipuu, Henri Kaljumäe, Elen Kirt, Raivo Kolde, and Brigitha Kask for sharing their expertise and perspectives.

18/08/2026

Earlier this summer, Novartis Estonia became a member of the Estonian Employers' Confederation.

Recently, we had the pleasure of welcoming the Confederation's CEO, Hando Sutter, for a valuable discussion on how employers can contribute to building a healthier Estonia.

During the meeting, we exchanged perspectives on key health challenges and opportunities, explored areas for collaboration, and discussed the important role employers can play in improving health outcomes. We see the Confederation's Health Working Group as a valuable platform for bringing together different stakeholders and supporting practical, evidence-based solutions.

At Novartis, we believe that healthier populations are fundamental to stronger economies, more resilient societies, and sustainable growth. Prevention, health literacy, supportive workplaces, and data-informed decision-making all have an important role to play.

We look forward to working together with the Estonian Employers' Confederation and its members to help drive meaningful progress for patients, healthcare systems, and society.

Because healthier people contribute to a stronger and more resilient Estonia.

30/07/2026

Estonian Health Data: Crystal Ball or Compass?

Estonia has built one of the world’s most advanced digital health systems. But are we making the best possible use of the data we collect?

Join the discussion on how higher-quality, more accessible and more meaningful health data can support better treatment decisions, disease prevention, healthcare planning and, ultimately, improved patient outcomes.

📅 7 August 2026
🕡 18:30–20:00
📍 Health Freedom Area, https://arvamusfestival.ee/kava2026/ #/
🎤 Moderated by Johannes Tralla

The future of healthcare depends not only on collecting data, but on turning it into meaningful insights and action. Be part of the conversation.

21/07/2026

351 km. 33+ hours. One incredible team.

For the second year in a row, the Novartis Estonia team together with friends and family, took on the legendary Tipust Topini relay, running non-stop from South Estonia to Tallinn.

This challenge is about much more than crossing a finish line. It reflects something we care deeply about: putting cardiovascular health into action.

By staying active, supporting one another, and embracing challenges together, we aim to lead by example and promote healthier lives.

For our Medical Engagement Partner Evely Lass, who joined the relay for the first time, the experience was unforgettable:

"The most grueling experience I've ever had, but at the same time the most fun, exciting, and unforgettable one."

After more than 33 hours on the road, we reached Tallinn tired but proud, reminded once again that the biggest achievements come from moving forward together.

For healthier hearts. Stronger teams. And the courage to keep moving forward. ❤️

Photo: Alari Tammsalu / Tipust Topini

16/07/2026

Europe approves innovation at the same time.
In the Baltics, patients can still wait years to access it.

That gap is not about science. It is about choices we make today.

A new analysis confirms the pattern across Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania: access to innovative medicines remains slower and more limited than in Western Europe, with clear impact on outcomes.

Across the Baltics, the message is simple: investment drives access. Access drives outcomes.

The next step is well understood:
– More predictable and sustainable health financing
– Faster, more efficient HTA and use of Joint Clinical Assessment
– Smarter access models and stronger prevention

As countries prepare the next budget cycles, these choices matter.

At Novartis, we believe patients should not wait based on where they live.

👉 Read more: https://efpia.eu/news-events/the-efpia-view/blog-articles/how-to-fix-the-conundrum-of-europe-s-east-west-healthcare-divide/

Patients in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) have, for many years, faced an uneven playing field in access to medicines. While some countries in this region have made progress in improving the investment in health and modernising their healthcare systems, differences in access to innovative treatmen...

15/07/2026

Before the summer season fully set in, the Novartis Baltics Latvia team traded meeting rooms for canoes and spent a day on the Gauja River, one of Latvia's most beautiful natural landscapes.

A few hours on the water, great conversations, shared challenges, and plenty of laughter reminded us that strong teams are built not only through everyday collaboration, but also through the experiences we create together.

Wishing everyone a joyful summer season from Novartis Latvia Team!

14/07/2026

Workplaces are becoming more global and successful integration of international talent requires more than effective onboarding.

It depends on creating environments where people feel included, valued, and able to contribute from day one.

At a recent workshop organized by the Latvijas Personāla vadīšanas asociācija (Latvian Personnel Management Association), Guna Logina, P&O Partner at Novartis Baltics, led a discussion on what helps diverse teams succeed from leadership and collaboration to creating a genuine sense of belonging:

"Successful integration goes beyond processes, it requires a conscious, strategic approach. By creating inclusive and psychologically safe environments, organizations can transform diversity into stronger engagement, collaboration, and long-term performance."

We're proud to contribute to conversations that help organizations build stronger, more inclusive workplaces for the future.

18/06/2026

Every year on 14 June, the world marks World Blood Donor Day - recognizing and thanking the millions of voluntary, unpaid donors who help save lives every day.

To mark this important day, part of our Novartis Baltics team in Lithuania came together to donate blood ❤️

Despite continuous advancements in science and healthcare, a safe blood supply still depends on people who are willing to give - regularly and selflessly. Blood donation remains a simple yet powerful act that can make a life-saving difference.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed - your generosity truly matters.

16/06/2026

Making the invisible visible and taking meaningful steps together

During Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month, Novartis Baltics raise awareness and deepen understanding of life with MS.

At Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital in Latvia, healthcare professionals and the patient organization ManaMS presented the experiential installation “MS Patient Diary: SEE. FEEL. RELATE.”, developed together with Novartis.

Through different senses, the installation invited visitors to experience MS symptoms from changes in vision and balance to cognitive challenges, alongside real patient stories.

Because what is often invisible deserves to be seen, felt, and understood.

At the same time, in Lithuania, our “Eikime kartu” (Let’s Walk Together) initiative brought Novartis Lithuania colleagues together in support of World MS Day. Together, we achieved:

🚶‍♂️ 5,702,918 steps
📍 4,074 km walked

Beyond the numbers, this initiative strengthened our sense of community while raising awareness about MS and encouraging healthier lifestyles.

A special congratulations to our top participant, Virginija Josiene, who reached an impressive 451,190 steps.

Thank you to everyone who contributed with energy, empathy, and commitment.
Together, we continue to move forward - for patients, for awareness, and for a better understanding of MS.

04/06/2026

🏅 Novartis Baltics in Latvia has been officially recognized as a Family-Friendly Workplace, a national recognition awarded by the Sabiedrības integrācijas fonds.

Because when people feel supported, they can do their best work and make a greater impact for patients.

Flexible working hours, hybrid ways of working, wellbeing support, and benefits that evolve across different life stages are part of how we support our people in balancing their careers with life beyond work.

As Guna Logina, People & Organization Head Baltics, shares:
“This recognition is meaningful because it reflects how our people experience Novartis day to day, as a place where they can grow, feel supported, and confidently balance both work and life.”