WHAT IS THE RARE MIND?
As a father of a boy with an ultra-rare disease and Vice-President of SERaro, a non-profit supporting undiagnosed and rare disease patients and their families, I’m deeply involved in patient advocacy, especially in rare diseases.
“THE RARE MIND“, is a project that believes technology and innovation can accelerate diagnosis and improve the lives of individuals with rare diseases.
My mission is to provide inclusive education to all and to make technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Insights accessible to healthcare leaders, enthusiasts, and families. By collaborating with everyone involved, I am aiming to make a meaningful impact that truly matters.
With this project, I aim to elevate inclusive education, accelerated diagnosis, personalised medicine, and improved patient and caregiver quality of life.
Together, we can make this vision a reality! Are you interested in joining us?
WHAT IS THE PODCAST
RARE MIND talks ?
Welcome to “THE RARE MIND TALKS” Podcast.
The “RARE MIND TALKS” is my latest podcast and it’s all about bringing Education, Artificial Intelligence, and Data, to healthcare, specifically in the rare diseases space.
If you’ve heard these terms before and thought they were too complicated, you’re in the right place. We’ll break them down and explain why they’re important and how they can make a difference, especially for rare diseases.
WANT TO MEET SERaro?
Giving voice to those without a diagnosis or with an ultra rare-disease.
Some conditions are so rare in Portugal that there are just not enough patients to start their own Association.
SERaro, a non-profit organisation was born out of the necessity to give a voice to all exceptional rare disease patients, as well as, those waiting for a diagnose.
SIDE VENTURES & PASSIONS
Technology is revolutionising healthcare by accelerating diagnoses, enabling personalised treatments, and transforming patient care. I’m passionate about bridging innovation with real-world impact, which is why I’ve written an eBook and co-founded projects focused on technology, advocacy, and smarter healthcare.
cRUZAMENTO
I co-founded the CRUZAMENTO (2021-2025), a Podcast that features informal interviews where the Technology & Health intersect to create an open and innovative space for discussion, with a focus on Portugal. We aim to inspire innovation in our listeners. Join us!
DECODING GENETICS
I launched the Decoding Genetics Academy (2024) to demystify genetics and rare diseases. I brought in a group of experts who explained genetic concepts clearly and accessibly, providing reliable and simplified information to help people with genetic conditions navigate their challenges.
PODCAST VIDAS
In 2023, I featured in an interview discussing ultra-rare diseases and my personal journey as a father. My son has ZTTK Syndrome, a rare genetic condition. I explore the challenges, the need for awareness, and technology’s role in improving lives affected by these conditions.
INOFARMA
I co-organised the Conference INOFARMA (2019) aimed to foster a constructive dialogue on strategic and technological opportunities that positioned Portugal as a European Centre of Excellence in healthcare. A white paper is available. Any thoughts?
E-BOOK
I’m the author of the “STRATEGIC IMPACT OF IT TRENDS IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY” ebook (2015) which examined if the industry embraced IT trends like Cloud computing, Mobility, and Strategic Big Data & Analytics. In 2025, the landscape changed, yet some aspects remained unchanged. Do you agree?
MORE ABOUT ME
Passionate about technology and innovation, I’m committed to advocating for individuals with rare diseases.
I’m Andre Correia, a digital transformation professional with over two and a half decades of experience. My passion lies in technology, innovation, and advocating for Rare Diseases. I reside in Portugal, having spent a little over 15 years abroad. I’m actively involved in patient advocacy, particularly for ultra-rare diseases.