CONFERENCE PROGRAM

12.00-13.00

Arrival and Registration at Info Point

Entrance Rämistr. 71

13.00-13.05
 

13.05-13.15

Conference Opening
Prof. Dr. Lauren Clack

Welcome Address
Prof. Dr. Dr. med. Frank Rühli, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Zurich

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Rahel Naef

Aula KOL-G-201

Keynote Address
Implementation as Boundary Spanning: Reflections on Leading, Facilitating, and Sustaining Evidence-Based Change
Prof. Dr. Roman Kislov, Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Lauren Clack

Aula KOL-G-201

14.00-14.45

Showcases

Navigating Stakeholder Complexity: Lessons from
Cancer Screening Research
PD Dr. med. Kevin Selby, Unisanté, Lausanne, Switzerland

Game on: Enter the Room of Horrors, Leave with Awareness, Be ready for Change
Dr. Andrea Balmer, Foundation for Patient Safety, Zurich

Moderators: Prof. Dr. Carla Meyer-Masetti, Prof. Dr. Marie Schneider

Aula KOL-G-201

Lichthof

15.30-16.30

Parallel session I: Hot Topics in Practice

Implementation of Precision Medicine in Treating Non-Communicable Diseases: A Systematic Review
Elizabeth Kennedy, Implementation to Impact (i2i), School of Population Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

Preliminary Findings from a Multisite, National Implementation-Science-Informed Process Mapping Study: Optimizing Implementation in the Australian Hepatitis C Virus Point-of-Care Testing Program
Dr. Andrea Torres-Robles, Implementation to Impact (i2i), University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

An Emotional-Distress-Based Integrated Care Programme in Patients With an Acute Exacerbation of COPD: A Study Protocol for a Feasibility Study
Dr. Christine Hübsch, Centre of Clinical Nursing Science, University Hospital Zurich

Unpacking the Implementation of Written Exposure Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder to Strengthen Mental Health Services: A Scoping Review
Shannon Tracey, Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, Ottawa, Canada

Moderator: Dr. Bastiaan Van Grootven

Aula KOL-G-201

Parallel session II: Digital Health

Implementing a Digital Health Pathway for Pediatric Tracheostomy: Barriers, Facilitators, and Implementation Strategies Informed by CFIR-ERIC Matching Tool
Daniel Ofosu, Department of Pediatrics, University of Alberta, Canada

Strengthening Partnerships in Virtual Health Innovations among Rural and Remote Communities across Canada, Australia, and New Zealand: A Qualitative Study
Emily Payne, University of British Columbia, Canada

Digital Determinants of Health: A Systematic Scoping Review of Existing Conceptual Frameworks
Mireia Cano, eHealth Lab Research Group, School of Health Sciences and eHealth Centre, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain

Using Computational Modeling to Guide Hypertension Implementation Strategies: Adaptation from São Paulo to Aracaju, Brazil
Pei Shan Loo, Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, Allschwil, University of Basel

Moderator: Cassie Wu

KOL-F-118

Parallel session III: Workshop for the Pharmaceutical Industry – Implementation Science: First Successes and Opportunities for Collaboration

Case Study 1:  The HELyx study: Accelerating Diagnosis in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Dr. Benjamin Häberle, Integrated Evidence Generation Lead, Novartis
 

Case Study 2: Implementation Science in the Pharmaceutical Industry – Case Study & Reflections
James Lister, Senior Director, Global Healthcare
Improvement Capabilities Lead, Eli Lilly

Moderators: Prof. Dr. Sabina De Geest, Dr. Skip Olson

KOL-F-121

Showcases

Embedding Implementation Research in Policy and Practice: Lessons from Eight Countries Advancing Noncommunicable Disease Prevention and Control
Dr. Giulia Loffreda, Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research (HSR), Science Division | World Health Organization, Geneva

Understanding how Swiss Clinical Trial Units support Patient Engagement in Research: Results from the SPIRIT Study
Maëlle Achard, University of Geneva

Moderators: Prof. Dr. Carla Meyer-Masetti, Prof. Dr. Marie Schneider

17.30-19.00

Apéro riche*

Lichthof

18.45-20.00

City tour from campus to main station*
The cty tour option is offered by the City of Zurich. These activities are not supported directly or indirectly by MedTech Europe or EFPIA members.

Entrance Rämistr. 71

18.45-19.30

Mindfulness Session*

Moderator: Ursina Wälchli

08.15-09.00

Entrance Rämistr. 71

09.00-09.15

Inspirational Welcome Address
Measuring True Impact: Beyond Metrics – Listening to Lives
Dr. Judith Safford, President of RheumaCura Foundation

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Rahel Naef

Aula KOL-G-201

09.15-10.00

Keynote Address
The Potential of System Science for Implementation Science
Dr. Catherine Decouttere, Access-To-Medicines Research Centre, KU Leuven One Health Institute, Belgium

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Sabina De Geest

Aula KOL-G-201

10.00-10.20

Poster Flashes

Assessing Contextual Factors and Mechanisms Influencing the Adoption of a Cirrhosis Order Set in Complex Tertiary Healthcare Systems: A Theory-Informed Mid-Term Implementation Evaluation
Ayesha Iqbal, Office of Lifelong Learning & the Physician Learning Program, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada

Collaboration between patients, family members, and researchers: A co-designed mixed-methods evaluation of user engagement and partnership in health research
Dr. Lotte Verweij, Institute for Implementation Science in Health Care, University of Zurich, Center for Clinical Nursing Science, University Hospital Zurich

Embedding a Co-Designed Digital Intervention to Reduce Restrictive Practices in Care Homes: An Implementation Science Evaluation Using the Theoretical Framework of Acceptability
Dr. Gary Mitchell, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, United Kingdom

Stakeholder Perspectives on Transitional Care for Older Adults in a Decentralised Health System: Qualitative Insights for Intervention Design
Laura Maria Steiner, Nursing Research Competence Centre, Department of Nursing, Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale, Bellinzona, Switzerland

Development of a Toolkit to Support Implementation Practice: How Relational Are Technical Solutions in Implementation Practice?
Dr. Leah Bührmann, Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom

Contextual Analysis of Nursing Research Capacity and Evidence-Based Practice: A cross-sectional study
Marta Castro, Centre of Clinical Nursing Science, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Bridging the Language Gap in Implementation Research: Translating and Culturally Adapting Implementation Outcome Measures (AIM, IAM, FIM) for French-speaking Contexts
Dr. Sarah Rondeaux, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland

Barriers to Sustainable Precision Oncology: A CFIR-Guided Implementation Study of Molecular Tumour Boards (MTBs) in Australasia
Dr. Shuang Liang, Implementation to Impact (i2i), School of Population Health, UNSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia

Moderation: Prof. Dr. Thekla Brunkert

Aula KOL-G-201

10.30-11.00

Poster Presentations and Poster Walks

The info on Poster Presentations and Poster Walks will be published here in January.

10.20-11.20

Lichthof

11.30-12.30

Parallel session IV:  Implementation Methods

The Application of Implementation Science Theories, Models, and Frameworks in Guiding Sustainability Planning, Evaluation, and Measurement in Health Care: A Systematic Review
Cassie Wu, Institute for Implementation Science in Health Care, University of Zurich

Driving Change with Data: A Scalable Quality Improvement Intervention in partnership with Swiss Long-Term Care Facilities
Prof. Dr. Nathalie IH Wellens, HES-SO University of Applied Sciences & Arts Western Switzerland, Institut et Haute Ecole de la Santé La Source, Lausanne

From Plan to Practice: Using Implementation Mapping to Develop Theory Based, Adaptable and Context Appropriate Implementation Strategies for the Delivery of myCare Start in Switzerland
Dr. Sarah Serhal, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Geneva, Institute of Pharmaceutical
Sciences of Western Switzerland, University of
Geneva

Why Implementation Strategies Differ in Mechanisms and Outcomes: A Normalisation Process Theory Analysis of Intrinsic Capacity Screening in Primary Care Clinics and Community Centres
Dr. Grace Sum, Geriatric Education & Research Institute, Singapore

Moderator: Dr. Suzanne Dhaini

Aula KOL-G-201

Parallel session V: Prevention

Results of Implementing Preventive Counselling in Swiss Primary Care Settings via e-learning
Dr. Dunja Nicca, Epidemiology Biostatistics and Prevention Institute, University of Zurich

Effectiveness of the DE-imFAR implementation Strategies to Improve Reach and Adoption of the Recommended Cardiovascular Disease Primary Prevention Practice in Primary Care
Dr. Alvaro Sanchez, Primary Care Research Unit of Bizkaia, Osakidetza/Basque Health Service, Barakaldo, Spain, Biobizkaia Health Research Institute, Barakaldo, Spain

Structured Design of a Contextualized, Scalable Youth Mental Health Intervention: The Be Well Program 
Prof. Dr. Brittany Schuler, Temple University, Philadelphia, USA 

The SWAP IT Scale-Up: Evidence into Action for Healthier Schools
Prof. Dr. Rachel Sutherland, University of Newcastle, Australia, National Centre of Implementation Science, Newcastle, Australia

Moderator: PD Dr. Christina Akré

KOL-F-118

Parallel session VI:  Care in Older Persons

De-Implementation of low-value home-based Nursing care: An Effect and Process Evaluation
Prof. Dr. Erwin Ista, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Implementation of Integrative Nursing in Oncology Inpatient Care: Healthcare Professionals’ Perspectives
Lea Raiber, Research Group Integrative Medicine, Ulm University Medical Center, Ulm, Germany, Interprofessional Graduate School Integrative Medicine and Health, Witten/Herdecke University, Witten, Germany

Improving Hospital-to-home Transitions for Older Adults: Testing and Implementing a Patient-oriented Discharge Summary
Prof. Dr. Joanie Pellet, Institute of Higher Education and Research in Healthcare (IUFRS), Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), University of Lausanne

Engaging Older Adults and Informal Caregivers to Improve Hospital-to-Home Transitions: Insights from a Citizen Panel
Opeyemi Kolade, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Be'er sheva, Israel, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium

Moderator: Prof. Dr. med. Carole Elodie Aubert

KOL-F-121

12.30-13.30

Lichthof

12.30-13.30

Implementation Lunch hosted by INFo↔P: How to achieve “True Impact”

Join the INFo<->P network for an informal lunchtime exchange on how findings from Implementation Science can lead to real-world impact. In small table discussions, participants will reflect on ideas and insights that have emerged throughout the conference and identify themes that are particularly relevant for advancing implementation in practice, research, and policy. Bring your lunch, your thoughts, and your curiosity — and enjoy an hour of inspiring conversations and networking.

Co-Hosts:
Dr. Leah Bührmann, Dr. Monika Finsterwald, Dr. Marie-Therese Schultes, Dr. Monika Sztankay, Dr. Tina Quasdorf

KOL-E-13

13.30-14.00

What’s next? The IMPACT strategy and actions
Prof. Dr. Sabina De Geest, Institute of Nursing Science, Department Public Health, University of Basel

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Kaspar Wyss

Aula KOL-G-201

14.00-14.30

Inspiration
From Evidence to Impact: How Design Shapes the Future of Digital Health
Prof. Dr. Anna Lisa Martin-Niedecken, Institute for Design Research, Department of Design, Zurich University of the Arts

Moderator: Dr. Bastiaan Van Grootven

Aula KOL-G-201

14.30-15.30

Keynote Address
Strategic Directions for the Future of Implementation Science
Dr. David Chambers, NCI, USA

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Lauren Clack

Aula KOL-G-201

15.30-16.00

Closing Ceremony
Prof. Dr. Lauren Clack, Prof. Dr. Rahel Naef

Awards Young Researchers:
Dr. Marco Riguzzi

Aula KOL-G-201