Christoph von Dach

Dr. Christoph von Dach is an Honorary Lecturer in the Nursing Division at Queen Margaret University (Edinburgh, UK) and serves as Deputy Director of Nursing at Solothurner Spitäler AG in Solothurn, Switzerland. He leads the hospital's practice development unit, focusing on implementing person-centered care frameworks and clinical leadership strategies. His career spans over three decades in nursing, with expertise in oncology, palliative care, and advanced nursing practice.

Education:

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), University of North Florida (2016)
• Master of Science in Palliative Care, Paracelsus Medical University (2011)
• Expert in Palliative Care Certification, Paracelsus Medical University (2007)
• Management in Public Health, Weiterbildungszentrum für Gesundheitsberufe (2000)

Research & Practice: Specializes in translating evidence into clinical practice, developing clinical guidelines, and advancing nursing roles such as nurse practitioners. Leads German-language adaptation of the Person-Centred Practice (PCP) Framework internationally. Active in interprofessional palliative care services and clinical nursing research initiatives.

Affiliations:

• Management Board Member, International Practice Development Journal (IPDJ)
• Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
• Member, Swiss Association for Nursing Science (VfP)

Leadership: Spearheads hospital-wide practice development programs encompassing clinical leadership, role innovation, and quality improvement. Previously directed nursing services in oncology hospitals and led clinical research initiatives at University Hospital Zurich.