Welcome to our monthly round-up of events and activities in the International Hospital Federation and Geneva Sustainability Centre, including news from our members and partners. |
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Concern for safety of healthcare in Sudan
Recent reports of attacks on healthcare facilities in Sudan are deeply concerning. Health facilities and their workers are never to be targeted during armed conflicts. Attacks on hospitals, healthcare workers, and ambulances are not acceptable – no matter the context, no matter the reason. We stand with our partners, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the World Health Organization (WHO), in asking that international humanitarian law be respected. Healthcare is #NotATarget.
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Solutions for staff retention in the spotlight at WHO Forum
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of healthcare workers and the need to retain a healthy, engaged workforce. On 4 April, the IHF organized a parallel session at the World Hospital Federation's 5th Global Forum on Human Resources for Health. The session focused on practical solutions for staff retention in healthcare. It was chaired and facilitated by Prof. Dr Henriette Neumeyer, Vice-Chairwoman of the Board of the German Hospital Federation, and featured speakers from different countries to share their experiences.
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Building links between IHF and PAHO/WHO
On 21 April, IHF CEO Ronald Lavater visited PAHO/WHO and met with Dr Jarbas Barbosa da Silva Jr, Director, Dr Marcos Espinal, Assistant Director, and Dr James Fitzgerald, Director, Health Systems and Services. It was an excellent opportunity to raise awareness of the work of the IHF and the Geneva Sustainability Centre. The discussions covered a range of topics relevant to the region, including training hospital leadership for executive management, quality improvement for patient safety and quality of care, environmental sustainability, data management, and digital health. |
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| Growing strength and impact of the IHF's YEL Alumni network
At the 45th World Hospital Congress in Dubai, members of the Young Executive Leaders Alumni met to discuss ways to better mobilize the growing network for YEL and IHF-related activities. The YEL Steering Committee agreed to trial an “Ambassador” role in 2023 for alumni in each region. Ambassadors will be the primary link with the IHF team to share information, promote the programme, stimulate discussion, and be available to YEL participants and Alumni for questions. The role is voluntary and subject to annual renewal.
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YEL 2023 programme begins
The first masterclass in the YEL 2023 programme took place on 27 April. From April to October, the selected participants from IHF members across the globe will attend 8 masterclasses on a range of topics relevant to a modern healthcare leader. Masterclass #1 was presented by Sonia Roschnik, Executive Director of the Geneva Sustainability Centre, focused on "Navigating net zero in healthcare leadership".
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World Hospital Congress and IHF Awards 2023 |
Introducing the Scientific Committee: World Hospital Congress 2023
We are proud to introduce the committee of healthcare leaders coming together from around the world to direct the scientific programme for the 46th World Hospital Congress this October in Lisbon, Portugal.
Co-chaired by Prof. Alexandre Lourenço (APAH) and Mr Artur Vaz (APDH), the Scientific Committee's members are hard at work developing an exciting programme dedicated to the five Congress tracks: - Leaders successfully navigating the future
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Wellbeing and the future for our professionals
- Innovative approaches to providing healthcare
- The ever-expanding digital landscape
- Next-generation, climate-resilient and sustainable healthcare
A BIG thank you to each and every submitter of an abstract this year. We received a total of 717 abstracts from 50 countries/territories! |
Book your place at WHC2023 – discounted rates available
Registration is open! You can reserve your place today at the premier global gathering of leaders shaping the future of healthcare delivery. Take advantage of exclusive early bird rates by 31 July. IHF members, delegates from low- and lower-middle income countries also benefit from special discounts. And group booking rates are available too. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, exchange, and connect with peers from around the globe in stunning Lisbon, Portugal, this October! |
Have you submitted your entry to the IHF Awards 2023?
Each year, the IHF Awards attract hundreds of entries from global healthcare leaders across seven categories. In 2022, the Gold Award for Green Hospitals went to the Japanese Red Cross Matsuyama Hospital. We were inspired by their achievements in comfortable medical treatment and of creating a disaster-resistant, environmentally-friendly green hospital.
Your hospital or healthcare organization could be the next recipient of the Excellence Award for Green Hospitals at the IHF Awards 2023. Read more inspiring stories of previous winners here to prepare your entry.
Submit your entries by 16 June! |
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Podcast: Award-winning health service during crisis
In this episode, hear from the winner of the 2022 IHF Award in Excellence for Health Services During Crisis. This award recognizes hospitals and healthcare organizations in a low-income country, or country during times of significant crises, for their excellence or outstanding achievements in delivering services despite the challenging environment.
Dr Lawrence Lai, Chair of the IHF Awards Committee, spoke with Dr Khawaja Shehryar Nasir, Assistant Director at the Quality and Patient Safety Department of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Pakistan. | |
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Green spaces in healthcare: How to get started Just published: our free guide for green spaces in healthcare.
Green spaces (in both urban and rural areas), are associated with numerous health benefits, including improved physical, mental and social wellbeing, and post-operative recovery. They also have a positive impact on staff wellbeing. This makes them an ideal inclusion to healthcare spaces. Find out more by downloading our free guide. And with more guides to come throughout 2023, now is the time to get started in your organization.
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Highlights from some of our latest work with IHF members On 17 April, our faculty member Andy Garman co-facilitated two discussion sessions for a Dutch delegation of IT executives at the (IHF member) HIMSS Global Conference in Chicago. The sessions focused on innovations in sustainable IT practices and involving patients in their implementation.
On 18 April, Andy also facilitated the kick-off webinar for a new webinar series, hosted by IHF member Mazzetti, on “Bending the Climate Curve". A group of 93 healthcare architects, engineers, and executives participated in the session, which examined interactions between global policies, carbon emissions, and human health. |
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How to get involved with the Geneva Sustainability Centre We want to hear from you!
Introducing green spaces in your hospital, appointing a Chief Sustainability Officer or promoting active travel for those who make healthcare happen - tell us how you are embedding sustainability at the heart of healthcare. Reach out to Communications Manager, Farrah (farrah.geddes@ihf-fih.org) to share your story.
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Partnership in public health at WCPH
Sara Perazzi, the IHF's Senior Partnership and Programme Manager, will be speaking in a session at the 17th World Congress on Public Health in Rome, Italy, on 5 May. Together with representatives of the World Federation of Public Health Associations and the World Patients Alliance, the panel will discuss "Breaking the health silos - once and forever?"
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| Health and tech innovation in focus at HIMSS23 Europe
The HIMSS23 European Health Conference & Exhibition takes place in Lisbon, Portugal from 7 to 9 June 2023. Featuring knowledge, expertise and thought leadership in healthcare digitization, as well as a showcase of the latest innovative health technology solutions. |
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Mark your calendar: Upcoming member and partner events |
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Membership and governance |
Welcome to new members of the IHF network
#MembersMakeIHF, and the IHF network just welcomed our first associate member from Iraq - Warith International Cancer Center Institute. Warith is an oncology hospital in Iraq, seeking to improve the healthcare outcomes at a local level but also to develop their international relationships through the IHF network.
We also welcome the Belgian Association of Hospital Managers - BAHM / BVZD-ABDH as an associate member. The organization brings together the general managers, CEOs, managing directors, and members of executive committees of the Belgian hospitals, standing up for their interests and providing them with training and support. |
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Thanks for reading. If you have news to share, you can contact us at any time:
katherine.bennett@ihf-fih.org. IHF Secretariat
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