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Manuela Eicher is a Full Professor at the University of Lausanne (UNIL) within the Faculty of Biology and Medicine, specifically at the University Institute for Training and Research in Healthcare (IUFRS), a role she assumed on May 1, 2024. She has served as Director of IUFRS since January 1, 2021, and was previously an Associate Professor from 2016 to 2024. She also holds a research nurse consultant position at HUG and IMAD in Geneva, contributing to academic-clinical partnerships in oncology.
- Full Professor, IUFRS, Faculty of Biology and Medicine, University of Lausanne (2024–present)
- Director, University Institute for Training and Research in Healthcare (IUFRS), UNIL (2021–present)
- Associate Professor, IUFRS, UNIL (2016–2024)
- Research Nurse Consultant, HUG and IMAD, Geneva (2022–present)
- Member, Executive Committee, Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences (SAMS) (2022–present)
Professor Eicher’s research focuses on strengthening the scientific foundation of nursing, with emphasis on oncology care, patient-reported outcomes, symptom science, and the integration of advanced practice nurses. She advocates for nursing leadership rooted in patient and family-centered care, collaboration, and professional responsibility. Her work aims to train future nurses for practice, education, and research, with a vision for healthcare systems that meet societal needs through robust nursing leadership.
Her recent publications highlight trends in digital health interventions (e.g., mHealth for distress reduction, ePRO systems), advanced practice nursing roles, patient experiences in cancer care, mindfulness programs, and global symptom science. These works reflect a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based, patient-centered, and innovative nursing practices.
- Fellow, American Academy of Nursing
- Fellow, Sciana – Health Leaders Network
- President, Swiss Cancer Care Association
- Founding President, Swiss Association for the Promotion of Self-Care
- Member, Working Group on Supportive and Palliative Care for Cancer Patients, SAKK
Manuela Eicher supervises doctoral students in oncology nursing and leads research initiatives focused on self-management, symptom monitoring, and advanced nursing roles. She has been instrumental in establishing academic-clinical partnerships and developing care models that integrate advanced practice nurses. Her leadership extends to national policy through SAMS and professional associations, shaping the future of nursing in Switzerland and beyond.
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