Simon Krutter

Simon Krutter is a Researcher at the University Institute for Nursing Science and Practice, Paracelsus Medical University in Salzburg. His work focuses on geriatrics, nursing science, and clinical research with a particular emphasis on technology integration in healthcare settings. He has led and contributed to 8 active research projects including SensiCare (sensor-based fall prevention), GeDePa (postoperative delirium prevention), and PiloTT-A (telecare technology pilot).

• Education: MMag., Ph.D., BA

Research interests span postoperative delirium management, sensor technologies in long-term care, family caregiving for dementia patients, and interprofessional collaboration. He has published over 86 peer-reviewed articles since 2011, with recent work focusing on healthcare outcomes, telemedicine implementation, and geriatric care innovation.

Notable projects include sensor-based fall prevention studies (SensiCare), interdisciplinary perioperative protocols for elderly patients (GeDePa), and virtual telecare technology testing (PiloTT-A). His research bridges clinical practice and technological advancement to improve care quality for aging populations.

• Awards: Discite! Scholarship (2017)

Professional activities include invited lectures on nursing academicization, peer review for BMC NURSING and BMJ OPEN, and conference presentations on rural caregiving challenges.

Led projects such as SeneCura/Senevita Campus initiatives advancing geriatric care education and clinical practice models. Active in policy discussions around healthcare technology adoption and caregiver support frameworks.