Annette Kerckhoff

Annette Kerckhoff is a Professor of Medical Education at the German University of Health and Sport and has served as Dean of the Department of Health Professions since the summer semester of 2021. Her academic career bridges complementary medicine, health sciences, and medical education, with a focus on empowering patients and professionals through knowledge transfer.

• Education: B.Sc. in Complementary Medicine (DHGS), M.Sc. in Health Sciences (Austria), PhD in Cultural Studies (Viadrina University, 2014)

Kerckhoff’s research emphasizes self-help strategies, naturopathy, and nutrition, often contextualized within women’s roles in medicine. Her work addresses diverse audiences, including patients, educators, and healthcare professionals, particularly those with specialized needs such as the visually impaired. She also explores cultural dynamics in healing practices, as evidenced by her doctoral thesis on lay healers.

Her publications include books like Die Küchen-Apotheke (2019) and Lexikon wichtiger naturheilkundlicher Frauen (2020), alongside peer-reviewed articles on integrative healthcare models and patient perspectives. These works highlight trends in integrative medicine, complementary therapies, and future-oriented primary care.

In her role at DHGS, Kerckhoff contributes to curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration, reflecting her commitment to advancing holistic health education. She also evaluates traditional remedies for STERN GESUND LEBEN, merging academic rigor with practical health advice.