Events
Since 1996, we have been a dynamic national network for nursing science in research, teaching, practice, management and politics. We act as an innovative cooperation platform for academic specialist societies, nursing experts and other key players in the field of nursing science.
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"People and technology in healthcare - innovation through assistance systems?"
LEP, language of digitization in the healthcare sector
University Psychiatric Clinics (UPK) Basel, Wilhelm Klein-Strasse 27, 4002 Basel
Die 6. Scientific conference of LEP AG is dedicated to the use of assistance systems in the healthcare sector. Experts from research and practice will discuss the potential, challenges and specific applications of AI, robotics and sensor technology. On October 22, 2025 in Basel - with exciting presentations, discussions and an aperitif.
1. Advanced Nursing Practice - Networking Day
UMIT TIROL
UMIT TIROL, Hall in Tirol
The ANP Networking Day creates space for exchange, innovation and interprofessional learning. The focus is on developments in the DACH region, new care models and education and training. Workshops and keynote speeches invite participants to think together about advanced nursing practice. The aim is to connect perspectives and promote long-term partnerships.
Register now at: www.umit-tirol.at/anmeldung-anp and more Information on
3rd Leadership Symposium of the Directorate of Nursing and MTTB (DPM)
Directorate of Nursing and MTTB (DPM)
Universitätsspital Zürich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091 Zürich
In times of a shortage of skilled workers, leadership behavior with a focus on health is essential. This applies in particular to the area of direct patient care. Only those who are healthy themselves can help people to become healthy. This makes health-promoting leadership all the more important.
Our speakers:
Prof. Michael West, Professor of Organisational Psychology, Lancaster University
Prof. Sabine Hahn, Head of the Department of Nursing, Bern University of Applied Sciences
Dr. Settimio Monteverde, Co-Head of Clinical Ethics, University Hospital Zurich
Further information on the event and registration can be found at: 3. Leadership Symposium of the Directorate of Nursing and MTTB (DPM) - USZ
Symposium "More quality of life for seriously ill children at home"
Pro Pallium Foundation, Olten
FHNW in Olten (Riggenbachstrasse 16)
More quality of life for seriously ill children at home: strengthening the invisible care structure
Around 10,000 seriously ill children live in Switzerland - and the trend is rising. The Symposium highlights gaps in care and interface problems, discusses political and practical solutions and gives affected families and professionals a voice.
20 years of the Swiss Nursing Science Foundation - Anniversary conference
Swiss Nursing Science Foundation
Research and teaching building of the Children's Hospital Zurich, Zurich (CH)
You can look forward to exciting presentations, practical examples and stimulating discussions. The conference will provide valuable impetus for further establishing and strengthening evidence-based care in the Swiss healthcare system. In addition to a look back at two decades of successful work by the foundation, the focus will also be on the future: the aim of this event is to motivate and inspire nurses to pursue a scientific career.
The following topics are discussed
- Reflection on change over the last two decades and expectations of nursing science
- Contribution of nursing science to the achievement of health policy goals and thus to the improvement of health care
- Innovations with a direct impact on clinical nursing practice
- International trends in nursing and requirements for the future of nursing science
Program: Anniversary conference program
Register now online and secure the early bird discount - valid until October 19, 2025
Anniversary celebration 25 years INS
A quarter of a century of growth and innovation
Universitätsspital Basel
On September 5, 2025, we will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Institute of Nursing Science (INS). We are planning an all-day celebration with a varied program. Under the motto "25 Years of Growth", we will present our achievements in the areas of education and research over the past 25 years, show the practical effects of these advances and provide an outlook on future developments. Numerous experts from the field and from our partnerships will enrich the program with a wide range of contributions
"Megatrends: effects and challenges for case management"
22. Swiss Case Management Congress
Welle7 Workspace in Bern
Future stress, a tense global situation, a continuous rise in mental stress, increasing complexity - the case management world is facing new challenges. At the 22nd Swiss Case Management Congress, we will discuss what opportunities and challenges these developments mean for practice. The focus will be on key megatrends and their implications for the case management of tomorrow. The main differences between case management in 2025 and 2050 will be highlighted.
"Complex geriatric trauma"
7th Orthogeriatric Day
Universitätsspital Zürich
After the successful OGD 2024 in Lucerne with over 150 participants, we look forward to welcoming you in Zurich in 2025 - together with Prof. Dr. H. C. Pape and Dr. G. Freystätter as local hosts.
The focus is on the topic of "Complex geriatric trauma", which requires interprofessional collaboration. You can expect: a varied program, supported by 10 specialist societies, with 72 continuing education points.
Highlights include two keynotes:
- Silvia Brunner on the nursing perspective
- Prof. Dr. Bergita Ganse on smart implants for osteoporosis
Also this year: poster session (abstract deadline: June 31, 2025), workshops, plenary and parallel sessions.
"Psyche, people, brain - psychiatry at the center"
SGPP Congress
Congress Center Basel
In September 2025, experts in Swiss psychiatry and psychotherapy will meet in Basel to exchange ideas under the main theme "Psyche, Man, Brain - Psychiatry at the Center".
Mental health and well-being: Investing in mental prosperity
Mental Health Network Conference Switzerland
USI/SUPSI East Campus, Lugano-Viganello
Mental health and health research professionals will come together to engage in inspiring discussions and provide new food for thought. This conference aims to create a platform at the interface between public and mental health. It will be held in conjunction with the Swiss Public Health Conference.
Events Germany-Austria-Switzerland
"Wound treatment - innovative, scientific and social"
08. Nuremberg Wound Congress
Meistersingerhalle, Nuremberg (DE)
Look forward to lectures, seminars and workshops by renowned speakers from Germany.
Link to the website
Program -> DeadlineCall for Abstract: 30.06.2025
Registration
"Is this relevant or can it go away?" - Theory use and development in qualitative nursing research
QuPuG:SSC (Summer School)
University Vienna, Vienna
What does theory do to qualitative research - and what does research do to theory?
At the QuPuG - Qualitative Nursing and Health Research Summer School, we discuss exactly that. Three days full of workshops, exciting impulses from experts from the DACH region, interactive methodological discussions - and plenty of space to think, talk and develop.
"Courage meets vision - shaping care"
Congress of the Austrian Nursing Association
Congress Graz, Graz (AT)
You can look forward to exciting lectures, practical workshops and inspiring speakers - from care for care.
Link to the website
Deadline Call for Abstract: September 15, 2025
"Processes and results of person-centered dementia research"
D-A-CH Symposium «Dementia Care Research»
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (DE)
There is the possibility to participate with a poster. Please submit your abstract by May 31, 2025.
There is no participation fee, only a fee for the dinner.
Link to the website
Program
Registration by 01.09.25 to igpw@uk-halle.de
Dräger Focus Day - Delirium
A scientific journey on the topic of delirium
Klinik Barmelweid, 5017 Barmelweid
The Dräger Delirium Focus Day will enter its third round on November 11, 2025. Join us on a scientific journey on the topic of delirium, led by PD Dr. med.
Seven experts shed light on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and aftercare of delirium and highlight the key aspects that are decisive for successful care. Former Swiss ski racer Daniel Albrecht shares his experiences from the treatment period and reports in particular on the time between coma and delirium
"Security:trust:relationship=quality of care"
Austrian Nursing Congress25
Austria Center Vienna, Vienna (AT)
The organizers are thus focusing on the cornerstones of high-quality care: trust as the basis of the relationship, safety as an essential component of every care act and the importance of a strong, positive relationship between caregivers and patients