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Professor Emma Ream is a leading academic and Director of Health Sciences Research at the University of Surrey’s School of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on enhancing supportive care for cancer patients and their carers, with key themes including unmet supportive care needs, healthcare inequities, digital health solutions, and interventions for families with dependent children. She has expertise in developing complex interventions and evaluating outcomes through mixed-method approaches.
Research Interests:
- Optimizing symptom management (e.g., fatigue) through technology and self-management strategies
- Addressing disparities in cancer care for minority ethnic groups and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations
- Supporting families during parental terminal illness
- Integrating AI and digital tools into healthcare systems
Publications: Professor Ream has authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work focusing on telemedicine applications in oncology, intersectionality in healthcare equity, and evaluation of digital health interventions. Her research bridges clinical practice and policy, emphasizing practical solutions to improve patient outcomes.
Teaching & Leadership: She provides strategic leadership for research education across the School of Health Sciences, mentoring students and early-career researchers in oncology and health services research.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including oncologists, nurses, data scientists, and patient advocates to design and implement evidence-based interventions.
