Welcome to IFHE

The International Federation of Healthcare Engineering (IFHE) is a non-profit, non-governmental body established in 1970 to enable national engineering professional organizations to join in a world-wide federation. 

Objectives

To promote, develop and disseminate hospital engineering technology.
To compare international experience.
To offer collaboration with other international organisations.

03.03.2026 at 15:00

Bridging the gap

The intersection between hospital leadership, design, and engineering in modern hospital facilities

In collaboration between the IHF and the International Federation of Healthcare Engineering (IFHE), this webinar presents the considerations for designing patient-centred healthcare environments, as well as case studies showcasing international examples of good practice.

Walt Vernon CEO, Mazzetti
Amy Krause Architectural Design Manager, Mediclinic Southern Africa Infrastructure Department
Christian Schuhmacher Executive Chairman of the Board, Emirates Hospitals Group, UAE
Fábio Bitencourt Vice-President, IFHE
Alexandre Wagnières Hospital architect, Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV)
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IFHE members are invited to submit information regarding forthcoming events for publication.
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News

IFHE Digest 2026

The 2026 edition of the IFHE Digest is now available - providing a global insight into the field of healthcare engineering and facilities management.
Seasons greetings from IFHE

President Kevin D Poggenpoel and former General Secretary Gunnar Baekken reflects on the year that has come to an end - and share their outlook for 2026.
IFHE Newsletter - December 2025

"A highly successful Extra-ordinary Council Meeting was held via Zoom on December 18th, 2025, with 20 member countries voting in favour of adopting an ambitious and forward‑looking Work Plan for 2026"
Webinar: Getting Ahead of the Curve

Healthcare engineers: refrigerant policy and technology are shifting quickly. On January 14, 2026, join IFHE’s webinar, “Getting Ahead of the Curve: Managing Refrigerants for Compliance and Operational Savings in Healthcare Facilities.”
Christmas greetings from the President

"Last year in my Christmas letter I tried to emphasize the importance of work/life balance, and the impact technology is having on our lives..."
Council meeting

As agreed at the meeting held with Council on 17th November, the IFHE Executive Committee provides this agenda for an extra-ordinary Council meeting, which will be held on 18 December via Zoom.