In this episode of WHAHC Congress Catch-Up, we explore the most impactful research developments in Hospital at Home (HaH) from around the world, as presented in the WHAHC 2025 session “International Hospital at Home Research Roundup.” Featuring thought leaders Dr. David Levine, Dr. Linda DeCherrie, and WHAHC Co-Chair Prof. Bruce Leff, this symposium captured key findings and future directions shaping the field today.Drawing on a wide body of studies and implementation experiences, the session spotlighted real-world solutions to challenges in training, scalability, specialty care, medication safety, and patient engagement.You’ll also hear about:• Simulation-based training and why we still lack standardized HaH education• Agile and human-centered design as tools for scaling HaH effectively• The inclusion of HaH in the American College of Cardiology’s heart failure care pathway• Innovative solutions for managing dialysis, electrolyte imbalances, and IV meds at home• A decision-support app designed to improve patient acceptance of HaH programs• The vital, measurable role of pharmacists in optimizing at-home clinical safetyThis research-rich episode offers valuable takeaways for healthcare professionals building or scaling HaH programs, as well as those looking to align operational practice with emerging evidence.This podcast was created using AI to provide a quick and insightful summary of a WHAHC 2025 session. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, listeners are encouraged to refer to original Congress materials and recordings for detailed information.The World Hospital at Home Congress, WHAHC 2025, took place on 27–29 March 2025, in Vienna, Austria.For more information visit https://whahc.kenes.com/

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