معرفی
Professor Peter Langhorne is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow, School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health, Department of Geriatric Medicine. Previously, he served as Professor of Stroke Care (2001–2020) and was the coordinating editor of the Cochrane Stroke Group (2010–2020). His career includes training in geriatric and general medicine at Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and Glasgow Universities. He has authored over 300 scientific articles, focusing on stroke management (stroke units, early recovery), service development in low/middle-income countries, and clinical trial methodologies.
Research Interests
Dr. Langhorne’s research emphasizes optimizing stroke care through evidence-based rehabilitation practices. Key areas include early mobility post-stroke, global stroke service implementation, and evaluating interventions like the AVERT trial for rehabilitation effectiveness. His work integrates clinical trial design, systematic review methodologies, and public health strategies to improve outcomes in stroke survivors.
Key Contributions
- Co-founder of the AVERT trial for early stroke rehabilitation
- Leading contributor to the INTERSTROKE study (32-country analysis of stroke risk factors)
- Advocate for stroke unit care standards in low-resource settings
Grants & Collaborations
Recipient of grants supporting global health initiatives, including the AVERT trial and INTERSTROKE. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to advance stroke rehabilitation practices.
