Marianne Natvik

Marianne Natvik is a medical doctor and general practitioner currently serving as a Doctoral Research Fellow at the University of Oslo, Department of General Practice, Faculty of Medicine. She specializes in women's health with a particular focus on menopause-related information needs in general practice.

Education & Training:

• Medical Doctor (MD) - specialized as a general practitioner
• PhD candidate at University of Oslo, Department of General Practice

Research Interests:
Her primary research focuses on women's health, specifically examining information needs related to menopause and the role of general practitioners in disseminating this crucial health information. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, aiming to improve patient care through better understanding of women's health needs during menopause transition.

Clinical Expertise:
Beyond research, Dr. Natvik maintains active clinical practice as a general practitioner in Oslo and previously in Lærdal. She has extensive experience working at Women's Clinics at Akershus University Hospital and Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet. Additionally, she serves as the leader of the Gynaecology Group at the Norwegian Association for General Practice.

Teaching & Education:
Dr. Natvik is deeply committed to medical education, regularly:

• Teaching medical students at University of Oslo
• Organizing and conducting courses in gynaecology
• Providing stress management and self-care training for GPs and healthcare workers
• Giving lectures on women's health topics across Norway

Research Groups & Affiliations:
She is actively involved with the General Practice Research Unit at the University of Oslo, contributing to evidence-based improvements in primary care delivery.