Winfried Zapp

Prof. Dr. Winfried Zapp is a retired professor at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo). His expertise lies in healthcare management, cost management, and process optimization in healthcare institutions. He has authored numerous books and publications on topics such as hospital financial management, strategic planning, and controlling systems in healthcare.

• Education: Diplom in Economics, Psychology, and Sociology.
• Professional Background: Former hospital administrator, financial director, and professor specializing in healthcare economics and management.

Research Focus: His work emphasizes cost management in hospitals and elderly care facilities, process optimization, and strategic management in healthcare organizations. Key projects include 'Integration of Relatives in Elderly Care' and 'Evaluation of Selective Contracts.'

Publications: Over a dozen books and lectures on healthcare finance, controlling systems, and hospital governance. Notable works include 'Cashflow-orientiertes Liquiditätsmanagement im Krankenhaus' (2015) and 'Krankenhausmanagement: Organisatorischer Wandel und Leadership' (2015).

Professional Memberships: Member of the German Hospital Directors' Association, Controller Association, and various health-sector boards. Served on expert committees for healthcare quality and workforce studies.