[The Hospital at Home care model in Switzerland - initial results from a pioneering clinic].

Abstract

Introduction: Hospital at Home (HaH) is a form of care in which acutely ill patients are treated at home rather than in hospital. It is well established in many countries. In Switzerland, HaH is currently being piloted by various providers. The Arlesheim Hospital in the canton of Basel-Landschaft is one of these pioneers and has been offering HaH in its catchment area since January 2023. Referrals can be made by the emergency department, by general practitioners, specialists or by hospitals. This article provides an insight into how such a HaH programme works in practice and into the effects and opportunities that this new form of care offers. First results on safety of care, quality of care and satisfaction are presented.