Kim Beernaert

Kim Beernaert is an Assistant Professor and Senior Researcher at the End-of-Life Care Research Group, affiliated with Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Ghent University. She chairs the 'Palliative Care for People with Cancer' program, focusing on improving end-of-life care for cancer patients, their families, and minors. Her work spans qualitative research, randomized controlled trials, and implementation science.

• Affiliations: Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Ghent University
• Key Roles: Assistant Professor, Senior Researcher, Program Chair

Research interests include palliative care integration, pediatric oncology support, and perinatal loss interventions. She leads projects like the PERIBRAVE initiative for community-based perinatal care and the EXIST-COPD study for respiratory patients. Over 90 publications since 2012 reflect her work on advance care planning, family communication, and healthcare innovation.

Notable collaborations include international trials (e.g., DIAdIC) and multidisciplinary teams across Europe. Her research emphasizes practical solutions for improving quality of life in terminal illness and bridging gaps between clinical practice and patient needs.