exist Women 2026 Ann-Christin Pfeifer
Understanding the child, empowering the system: Digital family support plattform
The digital platform aims to shorten the long waiting times for developmental diagnostics in children. Using a family-centered approach and intelligent digital tools, we provide early orientation and structured insights while helping families navigate the healthcare system more effectively and connect faster with appropriate diagnostic pathways and support services.
Academic field: E-mental health
Vision:
The vision is to redefine developmental diagnostics by replacing systemic delays with data-driven clarity. By establishing a primary digital gateway for child development in Europe, the goal is to ensure that no child loses critical time. This project bridges the gap between clinical expertise and home-based insights, creating a future where families receive support exactly when they need it.
The idea will work because it addresses a critical, high-pressure pain point in the healthcare system by transforming passive, month-long waiting times into an active, digitally-guided diagnostic journey that delivers immediate value to both overwhelmed families and overburdened clinicians.
Personal superpower:
My superpower is the ability to maintain a clear strategic vision of the big picture while never losing sight of the individual human stories and the unique needs of every family involved.