Susan Dawkes

Prof Susan Dawkes is Dean of the School of Health and Social Care at Edinburgh Napier University, specializing in cardiology, public health, and patient self-management research. Her work focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention, physical activity interventions, and nursing education.

• Academic affiliation: Edinburgh Napier University (School of Health and Social Care)
• Key research areas: Cardiology, Public Health, Physical Activity, Patient Education

Research trends analysis shows sustained focus on cardiovascular patient outcomes through mixed-methods studies (12/15 recent articles). Publications reveal expertise in post-procedural care (PCI patients), health promotion for aging populations, and adherence barriers in chronic disease management. Notable collaboration with international institutions including University of Sydney and Flinders University.

As principal investigator, she has secured major funding from the Burdett Trust for Nursing (£190,986) and European Commission (£10,550) for projects on physical activity referral schemes and emergency department safety protocols. Her supervisory role includes mentoring Dr Sheona Mchale (PhD thesis on emotional support post-PCI) and Prof Graeme Smith (co-supervision).