Thomas Kersey

Dr. Thomas Kersey is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Veterans & Families Institute for Military Social Research within Anglia Ruskin University's Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care. His work focuses on the intersection of military veteran experiences with chronic pain and physical disabilities, utilizing creative methods in research.

• BA (Hons) in Fine Art Practice, University of Suffolk (2010–2013)
• MA in Art Therapy, University of Chester (2015–2017)
• PhD in Military Social Research, Anglia Ruskin University (2018–2022)

Research interests span:

• Military veteran chronic pain narratives
• Disability adaptation post-service
• Remote art-based interventions
• Ethical considerations in veteran research

His recent publications examine:

• Arts-based wellbeing initiatives for visually impaired veterans
• Methodological innovations in remote qualitative research
• Interdisciplinary approaches to pain communication

Professional activities include:

• Facilitating Level 5 Creative Enquiry module
• Coordinating Arts, Health and Wellbeing Network at ARU
• Active participation in international veteran health conferences