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Victoria Haunton is an academic geriatrician affiliated with the University of Plymouth and Peninsula Medical School, holding roles as Head of Clinical Academic Training School and Honorary Associate Professor. Her research focuses on cerebral haemodynamics, including cerebral autoregulation and neurovascular coupling in aging and neurodegenerative diseases, with a particular emphasis on Parkinson’s disease, vascular disease, and frailty. She leads the NIHR Clinical Academic Training Programme in Plymouth and co-leads Parkinson’s clinical trials at University Hospitals Plymouth. Current grants include NIHR HTA Programme and Parkinson’s UK funding.
Education:
- Bachelor of Medicine, University of Southampton (2004)
- RCP Diploma in Geriatric Medicine (2008)
- Doctorate in Cerebral Autoregulation in Parkinson’s Disease, University of Leicester (2014)
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians (2019)
Research Interests: Her work integrates clinical practice with translational research, addressing cerebral blood flow dynamics in aging, vascular pathologies (e.g., peripheral artery disease), and neurodegenerative conditions. She explores interventions to reduce major amputations in limb-threatening ischemia and improving dementia care in Parkinson’s patients.
Grants & Awards:
- NIHR HTA Programme
- Parkinson’s UK
- Recipient of Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians (2019)
Current Students:
- Katie Bounsall (PhD)
- Archana Shajidevadas (PhD)
- Amirah Essop-Adam (PhD)
Labs & Collaborations: Engaged with the Cerebrovascular Research Network (CARNet) and co-leads the UK Parkinson’s disease Clinical Studies Group. Active in national trial steering committees and editorial roles for Age and Ageing.
