Migration Medicine and Global Health
Dr. med. et phil. Julia Brandenberger
Pediatric primary care in low- and middle-income countries (LIMICs) relies on minimally trained health workers. Diagnostic support is lacking, which has contributed to high-volume antibiotic use. Through a collaboration with the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute we have developed and evaluated digital clinical decision support tools to support health works in LMICs in pediatric primary care.
With every 7th person not living anymore at their place of birth, migrant health has become an essential part of pub-lic health. Our research in this field helps us to ensure that migrant patients are getting the same quality of care than patients from the majority population. Our research focus-es on the three C, known as major challenges in migrant health: communication, continuity of care and confidence between health workers and migrant families.
Procedural Sedation
Children are often anxious about procedures in the emergency department. Procedural sedation uses various techniques and medications to reduce anxiety and discomfort. Our research focuses on improving strategies for pediatric sedation in the emergency department, including medications, patient safety, and overall satisfaction.
Innovation in Medical Education
Dr. med. Isabelle Steiner, MME
To promote excellence in medical education we evaluate the integration of innovative tools into educational strategies.
Study center
Our emergency department collaborates in various national and international patient-oriented research projects around emergency care