Anita Ahlstrand

Anita Ahlstrand is a Development Manager at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences' Future Sustainable Health and Well-being Innovation Hub. She holds a doctoral degree (DPNurs) from the University of Turku and specializes in transdisciplinary approaches to healthcare innovation. Her work focuses on co-creation frameworks, equitable service design, and integrating digital solutions into social and healthcare systems.

• Leadership roles: Coordinated national and international projects like Metropolia Smart Care platform and EU's NEST Co-Creating Governance project.
• Education background: Doctorate in Nursing Sciences, plus certifications in service management (Aalto University), product development, and leadership.

Research interests emphasize human-centered innovation, ecosystem-based collaboration, and sustainable health solutions. Publications include works on mental healthcare frameworks, multidisciplinary education models, and athlete well-being practices. Active in developing modern service structures and participatory frameworks across healthcare and education sectors.

Award-winning projects include the KidMove athlete coaching program and HyMy Village initiative promoting equity in rural healthcare. Maintains extensive collaborations through networks like U!Reka alliance and DigiTerveys (Digital Health network).