EQuiP Case Report Switzerland

This EQuiP interview identified recent developments in Swiss health care, highlighting the establishment of the National Quality Commission and the implementation of quality contracts between health insurance companies and doctors.
Key projects in Switzerland include a database for primary health care data, interprofessional care initiatives, and efforts to reduce antibiotic prescription.
The conversation also covered the importance of patient involvement, with initiatives like shared decision-making and the integration of patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) into primary care.
The shift towards interprofessional teamwork and patient engagement was emphasised, with a focus on enabling patients to contribute actively to their healthcare.