Janet Finlayson

Dr. Janet Finlayson is a Senior Research Fellow in Nursing at Glasgow Caledonian University, specializing in healthcare for adults with intellectual disabilities. Her work spans multiple domains including incontinence management, falls prevention, respiratory monitoring, and accessibility of healthcare services for people with learning disabilities.

Dr. Finlayson's research interests focus primarily on improving healthcare outcomes for adults with intellectual disabilities. Her work addresses critical gaps in healthcare accessibility and tailored interventions for this population. Key areas include:

• Incontinence assessment and management strategies
• Toileting issues and training for adults with learning disabilities
• Falls prevention programs in community settings
• Respiratory monitoring solutions, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Reasonable adjustments for equitable osteoporosis screening and treatment

Analysis of Dr. Finlayson's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on practical, evidence-based interventions to address healthcare disparities for adults with intellectual disabilities. Her work often employs mixed methods approaches, combining quantitative assessments with qualitative insights from patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. A notable trend is her increasing focus on technology-enabled solutions for home-based monitoring and care.

Dr. Finlayson has secured multiple research grants from the Bailey Thomas Charitable Fund to support her work on:

• Tailored abdominal massage treatment for constipation
• Parental pulse oximetry monitoring for respiratory issues
• Toileting assessment and training for incontinence
• Reasonable adjustments for osteoporosis screening

As principal investigator on multiple projects, Dr. Finlayson has supervised three research students or junior researchers. Her collaborative approach is evident in her work with interdisciplinary teams spanning nursing, healthcare policy, and clinical practice.