Andreas Schönfeld

Prof. Dr. Andreas Schönfeld is a Professor of Health Education at Akkon Hochschule für Humanwissenschaften in Berlin, where he also serves as a founding and leading member of the Institute for Applied Innovation in Healthcare (ITAC). He teaches in the B.A. programs in Health and Medical Pedagogy and contributes to curriculum development in health sciences education.

• B.Sc. in Health Care Studies, Hamburger Fern-Hochschule
• M.Sc. in Health and Nursing Sciences, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
• Dr. rer. medic., Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

His research focuses on health education, digital health, interprofessional communication, and the professionalization of healthcare practitioners. He explores the impact of pandemics on therapeutic relationships and advocates for inclusive, evidence-based, and digitally enhanced pedagogical models in health professions. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing lifelong learning and andragogical principles.

His recent publications (2023–2024) reflect a strong trend toward gender-inclusive healthcare, digital transformation in nursing and education, and pandemic-related psychosocial challenges. Themes include transgender care, digital sovereignty, and inclusive language in emergency services, demonstrating a commitment to equity, innovation, and social responsibility in health education.

• Nominated for the Prize for Good Teaching 2018, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
• Science Prize, Society of the Padovan Method® 2013

Prof. Schönfeld has been actively involved in research projects on digital health tools (e.g., Voize-App, CareTable), intercultural competencies in emergency services, and professional social distance during the pandemic. He has not publicly listed any graduate students, but his leadership in ITAC and multiple funded research initiatives indicates active mentorship and collaboration.

He is a member of the Interdisciplinary Society for Health Education (IFDG), the German University Lecturers' Association (HLB), the German Network for Health Literacy (DNKG), and the Hochschulverbund Gesundheitsfachberufe (HVG), underscoring his engagement in academic and professional communities.