Christina Schuler

Christina Schuler is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Institute of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). She holds a PhD in Biomedical Sciences (University of Geneva, 2022-2025) and a Master in Science/Nursing Science (ZHAW, 2019-2021). Her research focuses on Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health (MNCH), Global Health, Rare Diseases, Qualitative Research, and Implementation Science.

• PhD: Biomedical Sciences, University of Geneva (2022-2025)
• Master in Science/Nursing Science, Zurich University of Applied Sciences (2019-2021)
• Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) International Health (2019-2021)
• Advanced Federal Diploma in Nursing (2014-2017)

Her research interests span maternal and neonatal healthcare in low-resource settings, implementation science for family-centered care, and qualitative studies on patient experiences. She leads projects like "Facing future challenges in pediatric primary health care" and contributes to "Caring for Patients with Neuromuscular Diseases in Switzerland" as a team member.

Her scientific awards include the

• Winning Essay - Small and Sick Newborn Care Essay Contest (2024)
• Helmut-Wolf Award for junior scientists in global child health (2024)

. She has published extensively on neonatal care in Ghana, health system drivers, and implementation challenges using participatory action research. Her work emphasizes interprofessional education, care coordination, and socio-cultural influences on healthcare adherence.