Lorna Pembroke

Lorna Pembroke is a Researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy and specializes in psychosocial and cognitive aspects of cancer survivorship, particularly focusing on prostate cancer patients undergoing hormonal treatments. Her work emphasizes cognitive rehabilitation strategies, occupational functioning, and the intersection of healthcare innovation with survivorship care.

Her research interests include understanding the psychosocial factors influencing cognitive outcomes in oncology patients, developing evidence-based interventions via codesign frameworks, and evaluating the impact of hormonal therapies on daily functioning. Pembroke's contributions span systematic reviews, qualitative analyses, and collaborative program development aimed at improving quality of life for cancer survivors.

Recent articles highlight trends in cognitive rehabilitation efficacy, psychosocial correlates of cognitive decline, and patient-reported experiences of hormonal treatment side effects. Collaborations include interdisciplinary teams addressing oncology rehabilitation and survivorship challenges.