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INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION: THE UNIVERSITY OF PARMA WELCOMES THE DELEGATION FROM THE INSTITUTS DE FORMATION EN SANTÉ DU CENTRE HOSPITALIER DE SAVERNE

March 7, 2025 Federica Sorrentino

An important opportunity for exchange and growth took center stage for the Master’s programs in Healthcare at the University of Parma with the visit of the delegation from the Instituts de Formation en Santé du Centre Hospitalier de Saverne, a prestigious French educational institution in the field of nursing. The meeting, led by Prof. Antonio Bonacaro, Associate Professor of Nursing Sciences, and Dr. Dario Cremonesi, Director of Nursing Services at the Parma University Hospital, marked a significant step in building international academic collaborations.

The day began with a tour of the University of Parma’s simulation laboratory, a cutting-edge space where students refine their practical skills through realistic scenarios. A particularly innovative moment was the workshop on the use of 3D printers for the creation of part-task trainers, essential tools for hands-on learning in the nursing and healthcare field, curated by Prof. Ruben Foresti.

Following this, the delegation attended a presentation session on the educational and healthcare models adopted by the University of Parma and the University Hospital. The visit concluded with a tour of the hospital’s operational units, allowing the delegation to engage directly with the clinical environment of the region.

This collaboration not only strengthens ties between European institutions but will also have a positive impact on the Master’s programs in Healthcare at the University of Parma, fostering the development of new opportunities for education, research, and teaching innovation. Both students and faculty will benefit from increasing exposure to international models of excellence, gaining access to advanced training experiences and joint projects with foreign academic and healthcare institutions.

Education, research, and innovation will be at the heart of future collaborative projects between the two institutions, with the goal of developing increasingly effective training models that address the challenges of global healthcare.

The University of Parma thus continues to promote internationalization as a key element in the growth of future healthcare professionals, reinforcing the value of applied research and innovation in healthcare education.

MARISA CANTARELLI’S NURSING MODEL: BOOK ON ITS APPLICATION PRESENTED IN PARMA

February 27, 2025 Federica Sorrentino

On February 20, 2025, the University of Parma hosted the presentation of the book “The Nursing Performance Model by Marisa Cantarelli in Brazil: Reflections and Implications.” The event, held in the university’s Aula Magna, celebrated the significant contribution of Marisa Cantarelli, the first Italian theorist in nursing care, whose model has recently been translated and applied in Brazil.

Marisa Cantarelli was a key figure in Italian nursing, recognized as the first theorist in the field in Italy. Her theoretical model, known as the Nursing Performance Model, revolutionized the organization of care by placing the relationship between nurse and patient at the center and clearly defining roles and responsibilities. Her vision helped enhance the nursing profession, making it more autonomous and structured.

The event was opened by Professor Antonio Bonacaro, Associate Professor of Nursing Sciences at the University of Parma, followed by institutional greetings from Stefano Bettati, Director of the Department of Medicine and Surgery. Among the key speakers, Alcindo Ferla, Associate Professor of Collective Health at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, explained the motivations behind the editorial project, while Ricardo B. Ceccim, Full Professor of Health Education at the same university, discussed the preface of the Brazilian edition. Professor Ferla emphasized the importance of the project, stating: “This book represents a bridge between Italian and Brazilian nursing practices, offering new perspectives for healthcare assistance.”

Barbara Mangiacavalli, President of the National Federation of Nursing Professions (FNOPI), highlighted in a video message the ingenuity, passion, and integrity of Marisa Cantarelli in her service to the nursing profession worldwide. “Her dedication and ingenuity have enriched the nursing profession not only in Italy but internationally,” she stated.

The event was streamed live on the University of Parma’s YouTube channel, making the presentation accessible to a wider audience. This meeting was an important opportunity to explore the value of Cantarelli’s model and its impact on the international nursing landscape, underscoring the importance of research and innovation in the nursing profession.

For those who wish to watch the presentation, the full recording is available on the University of Parma’s YouTube channel: Presentation of the book “Modelo Da Atenção em Enfermagem” by Marisa Cantarelli.

FROM TRAINING TO RESEARCH: THE IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRATING THEORY AND PRACTICE IN HEALTHCARE MASTER’S PROGRAMS

January 28, 2025 Federica Sorrentino

The University of Parma, through the Healthcare Master’s Programs offered by the Department of Medicine and Surgery, reaffirms its commitment to providing excellent educational pathways that combine theory and practice, fostering the development of research in the healthcare and social care fields.

The training provided by these Master’s programs goes beyond the acquisition of technical and theoretical skills. It aims to integrate this knowledge with practical experiences that enable students to tackle real-world challenges in the social and healthcare sector. This approach promotes innovative research projects, with the goal of finding concrete and forward-thinking solutions to the emerging issues in modern healthcare.

Master’s students are encouraged to engage in applied research activities on topics of significant relevance to healthcare and social care, such as clinical risk management, optimization of care pathways, use of digital technologies, and integration of new organizational models. Supported by expert faculty and in collaboration with healthcare facilities, research institutions, and companies, participants have the opportunity to implement tangible research projects.

This integrated approach not only prepares participants for careers in the healthcare and social care sector with a strong theoretical and practical foundation but also contributes to advancing research in these fields, generating knowledge and tools that can be applied in clinical settings.

The ability to combine theory and practice is an increasingly valuable skill in today’s healthcare landscape, and the Healthcare Master’s Programs offer comprehensive preparation to successfully address these challenges.

With a training model that emphasizes applied research, these Master’s programs stand at the forefront of educating healthcare professionals who can become active agents of change and innovation.