Interview: Toumas Koskela, Finland’s EGPRN Representative
 

What motivated you to join EGPRN?
I attended my first EGPRN meeting in Dubrovnik in 2009. I was eager to learn more about European primary care research and to connect with colleagues from across Europe. And, of course, visiting the beautiful city of Dubrovnik was an added bonus.

What do you find most rewarding about representing your country within EGPRN?
To get to know colleagues from across Europe, learn from their experiences, and build friendships.

What topics in primary care research do you find most exciting or urgent right now?
My research focuses on digital health solutions and AI in primary care. I am particularly interested in exploring whether their promised benefits are supported by research evidence.

What makes EGPRN unique compared to other research networks?
A warm and friendly atmosphere where you get to know your fellow researchers personally and often see them more frequently than your relatives.

What inspires you to keep learning and contributing to the EGPRN community?
In primary care research, there is always something new to learn and it's always great to see both familiar and new faces.