Ruth Piers

Ruth Piers is a Professor of Geriatrics affiliated with Ghent University Hospital. Her research focuses on improving end-of-life care through ethical climate analysis and interdisciplinary collaboration in acute hospital settings.

• Education: MD, PhD

Research Interests: Her work addresses the intersection of Geriatrics, Medical Ethics, and Healthcare Quality, emphasizing clinician decision-making and patient-centered care.

Scientific Contributions: Recognized by the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine and the Belgian Association for Gerontology and Geriatrics for advancing end-of-life care standards. Currently supported by the King Baudouin Foundation to develop practical clinical tools.