Introducing Erik Vollebregt: A Life Sciences Expert
We’re pleased to welcome back Erik Vollebregt, a leading European life sciences lawyer and regulatory strategist, to Labquality Days 2026.
As a founding partner at Axon Lawyers in the Netherlands, Erik advises companies, governments, and EU institutions on the legal and regulatory frameworks that shape medical technology, digital health, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics. His expertise spans medical devices (MDR), in vitro diagnostics (IVDR), the AI Act, GDPR, REACH, biocides and more.
With over 27 years of experience and a keen understanding of the legal complexities facing the health technology sector, Erik is recognised for transforming dense regulations into strategic insights. He regularly contributes to EU law-making through expert committees and frequently speaks at leading international conferences.
Erik is also the author of The Enriched MDR and IVDR, and the widely followed blog medicaldeviceslegal.com, where he breaks down regulatory issues with clarity and practicality.
Joining us for the second year in a row, Erik will take part in the scientific programme as both a lecturer and a panellist:
- Panel discussion: Curing the System amidst Geopolitical Trade Wars: Regulatory Reform for Better Health and Innovation” (5 Feb 2026, 10:20–11:20)
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Lecture: AI Act and MDR/IVDR 2026 edition: Alignment therapy (6 Feb 2026, 9:45–10:25)
If you work in regulatory affairs, legal strategy, or are developing or using AI in medical devices, don’t miss the opportunity to hear from one of the most experienced voices in the field!