Katharina MattishentView profile
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Katharina Mattishent is a Clinical Lecturer in Older People's Medicine at Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia (UEA). She is also a member of the Norwich Epidemiology Centre and contributes to Health Promotion research. Her academic and clinical work focuses on the challenges of managing diabetes in older adults, particularly those with comorbid dementia, and the risks associated with hypoglycaemia. Her research interests lie at the intersection of geriatric medicine, endocrinology, and pharmacology. Key areas include: Hypoglycaemia detection and prevention in elderly patients with diabetes Use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in cognitively impaired populations Medication safety and adverse events in older adults Evaluation of specialized healthcare services such as Older People's Emergency Departments Evidence synthesis through meta-analyses and systematic reviews The recent article trends indicate a strong focus on patient safety, individualized treatment goals, and the evaluation of clinical interventions for older populations. Her work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Frontiers in Endocrinology and the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology , and has influenced clinical thinking and guidelines. Dr. Mattishent has secured research funding from reputable organizations including: Alzheimer's Society : For a project on hypoglycaemia and serious adverse events in older people with dementia and diabetes (2017–2020) Norfolk and Norwich Diabetes Trust : For a study on hypoglycaemia in older diabetic patients with falls or dizziness using CGM (2022–2024) She collaborates with leading researchers such as Professor Y. K. Loke, C. Fox, J. Potter, G. Savva, and K. Richardson. Her publications have been cited in clinical guidelines and picked up by multiple news outlets, indicating translational impact. She also engages in academic discourse through commentaries and debates in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Mattishent is actively involved in research teams focused on aging, diabetes, and emergency care for older adults. Her work contributes to both epidemiological understanding and direct clinical applications in geriatric medicine.









