IFA educational videos and documentaries

The IFA video portal produces educational videos and documentaries under the direction of Dr. Lukas J. Kandler. This gives our employees the opportunity to present knowledge in a multimodal way. The documentaries give the general public an insight into our work.

IFA video portal

We are scientifically investigating the effectiveness of using films to impart knowledge. The first large-scale study involving several hundred patients was published by the renowned British Journal of Anaesthesiology (BJA) . We were able to prove highly significantly that knowledge conveyed via video is implemented much better and retained longer than conventionally presented information. This reduces the likelihood of deviations from the standard and thus directly increases patient safety.

Filming takes place either in simulation situations or in actual clinical use. Of course, all persons who are recorded are asked in advance and give their written consent for the recordings.

A modern video editing suite with a powerful computer, a green screen recording room and professional camera equipment are available.

The IFA VIDEO PROJECT received the Zurich University Hospital Quality Award in 2016.

Here is an exemplary selection of freely accessible educational films:

Basic knowledge about central venous catheters and CVC insertion in the subclavian vein:

Insertion of a central venous catheter into the internal jugular vein including ultrasound technique & ECG position check:

Correct performance of a ROTEM analysis

Interpretation of a ROTEM analysis

Kids-Save-Lives. How children are trained to become lifesavers