July 2022                                                                                   No images? View in browser 

Hello from the IHF,

Welcome to our monthly round-up of activity in the International Hospital Federation Secretariat and featured news highlights from our members and partners.

News highlights

Joint survey on violence against health care released

In the words of the IHF’s CEO Ronald Lavater, “Attacks against health care workers, hospitals and ambulances are not acceptable. Health systems can only function when both workforces and facilities are secure and protected.”

Released on 19 July, the results of our joint survey with the International Committee of the Red Cross, International Council of Nurses, and World Medical Association on increasing violence against health care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, we are shining a light on the scale of the problem and sharing real-world solutions for prevention and mitigation of violence against health care.

World Hospital Congress | IHF Awards

45th World Hospital Congress – programme announcements

Early Bird registration is available now to join us at the World Hospital Congress in Dubai (UAE) from 9 to 11 November. Sessions include these unmissable plenary sessions:

• Precision medicine – the impact for hospitals and health delivery
• Healthcare workforce challenges: pipeline, recruitment and retention
• Net zero in healthcare: how is it possible?

Record-breaking number of entries for the IHF Awards 2022!

Thank you to all hospitals and health organizations who submitted nominations for the IHF Awards 2022. We have had another record-breaker this year with over 400 entries received from 35 countries/territories! An esteemed panel of judges will review the 7 Award categories and the winners will be revealed in November at a special ceremony at the 45th World Hospital Congress.

Events | Webinars

Cybersecurity: How do you protect your organizational reputation?

Join us online on 11 August at 14:30 (CET) to learn how to protect your organization’s reputation. In collaboration with Vizient, the IHF Harnessing Big Data SIG is leading a FREE lunch and learn webinar focused on how CEOs and other C-suite executives can prepare effective strategic communications prior to, during and after a cyber-attack – to help minimize the negative impact on your reputation.

Turn challenges into leadership opportunities with the Women in Leadership Forum

The IHF Women in Leadership Forum, in collaboration with Alumni Global, is hosting a free online workshop on 1 September at 15:30 (CET) exploring the actions needed to build a more equitable, inclusive workplace. The session, chaired by IHF President Deborah Bowen, will feature a panel of women leaders sharing their personal journeys.

Did you miss the first webinar in our FREE telehealth series?

You can now access the recording of session one and register for the next webinar in the series on 14 September at 16:30 (CET).

Designed for clinical and managerial hospital executives in collaboration with Charité Universitatsmedizin Berlin, Mayo Clinic, and Teladoc Health, this free series of webinars will help you establish successful and sustainable telehealth programmes within your local acute care settings.

Round-up of other events

Learning through “an exceptional experience”: Representing the IHF at an ICRC regional meeting

On 18 and 19 July the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) hosted the Africa regional meeting on Health Care in Danger. As a participant in this year’s IHF’s Young Executive Leaders programme, we invited Theresia Mohere to represent the IHF and moderate a session.

Latest YEL masterclass focused on self-management

As a young hospital executive, it is a valuable exercise to reflect on your “leadership signature”. Having self-awareness about your purpose, vision and values will add authenticity and power to your actions. Together with the Young Executive Leaders programme partner, WittKieffer, the IHF was delighted to welcome Jennifer Nguyen and Tori Ellis of CMA Global Inc to deliver July’s motivational masterclass. 

Geneva Sustainability Centre

Meet the growing team at the IHF's Geneva Sustainability Centre 

The Geneva Sustainability Centre is proud to welcome new members to the team:

• Already part of the Global Steering Committee, Prof. Andy Garman, Director of the Rush University Centre for Health System Leadership, becomes Interim Advisor on leadership development, conceptualization and planning.
• Alexandrina Iremciuc, Engagement Manager, will oversee branding and messaging, communications, events, and partnerships.
• Carmen Menéndez takes up the position of Project Officer. In her role she supports the development and activities of the Centre.
• Aditi Jayaram, healthcare specialist and medical professional, has also joined the team for 3 months as a volunteer. 

Sonia Roschnik joins the judging panel for the IHF Awards 2022

Executive Director Sonia will be bringing her wealth of experience in the intersection of sustainability and health to the panel, as well as advancing the work of the Geneva Sustainability Centre in supporting hospitals becoming leaders for sustainability in their communities and provide better health for all.

Membership | Governance

Introducing two of the IHF’s newest members

One of the leading healthcare groups in Qatar, Elegancia Healthcare is built on the foundation of compassion and global excellence, with a patient-focused commitment to help people lead better and healthier lives.

Inaugurated in 2010, Hospital de Cascais Dr José de Almeida is governed by the innovation, humanization, and a close and positive relationship with the community, linking primary care and hospital care.

Get to know the IHF’s Governing Council Members

Our Governing Council is composed of 25 elected members and is responsible for the overall governance of the affairs of the IHF, within the boundaries of the authority of, or authorization by, the General Assembly. This month, we are pleased to introduce two of our Governing Council Members: Dr Satoru Komatsumoto (Japan Hospital Association) and Vincent Roques (French Hospital Federation).

Thanks for reading.

If you have news to share, you can contact us at any time: katherine.bennett@ihf-fih.org.

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