جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Maria Randmaaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Patient Safety
• Healthcare Communication
• Pain Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Randmaa is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gävle, specializing in health sciences with a focus on patient safety, healthcare communication, and pain physiology. Her research explores cognitive functions like memory and investigates communication protocols in anesthesia and intensive care settings. She holds a Doctor of Medicine (2016) from Uppsala University and has extensive clinical experience, including roles as a Pain Nurse and Intensive Care Nurse at Gävle Hospital. Education highlights include: Doctor of Medicine (240 credits), Uppsala University (2016) Master of Philosophy, University of Gävle (2009) Higher Education Pedagogy, 9 credits (2008) Nursing with Pain Focus, Red Cross University College (2004) Her current research project, funded by HiG, Region Gävleborg, and Patient Insurance LÖF, evaluates the impact of SBAR communication protocols on patient safety and interprofessional collaboration in anesthesia and intensive care. This multi-institutional study assesses changes in communication practices and incident report trends. Key research trends in her articles emphasize structured communication protocols (e.g., SBAR), interdisciplinary team dynamics, and patient handover processes in surgical and anesthetic settings. Her work integrates observational studies, focus groups, and intervention methodologies to address gaps in clinical communication. No scientific awards are listed. Her professional experience spans over 35 years in healthcare, including 19 years as a nurse in intensive care and pain units before transitioning to academia in 2007. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Region Gävleborg and the Anesthesia Clinic at Gävle Hospital on patient safety initiatives.

Rebeca Khorzadمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Healthcare Process Improvement
• Quality Engineering
• Design Thinking
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rebeca Khorzad is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences at Northwestern University, with expertise in applying engineering methods to healthcare and manufacturing challenges. She holds a Master of Engineering Management from Northwestern and a BS in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Monterrey Tech. Her research focuses on improving healthcare processes through quality engineering and design thinking, including projects like redesigning organ transplant labeling systems (TransNet) with the United Network for Organ Sharing. She has contributed to Lean manufacturing implementations at Delphi Automotive and Pentair, both recipients of the Shingo Prize for operational excellence. Key publications address medical error prevention via fault tree analysis, ICU workflow optimization, and stroke care process vulnerabilities. She has collaborated on projects funded by the National Institutes of Health and industry partners, emphasizing patient safety and system reliability. Selected Awards: Shingo Prize (via Delphi/Pentair) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Northwestern's Healthcare Systems Engineering group Grants: NIH-funded studies on stroke treatment protocols and surgical safety

Thomas Scheerenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hemodynamic Monitoring
• Anesthesiology
• Critical Care Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Scheeren is a Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the UMCG (University Medical Center Groningen) in the CAPE department. He specializes in hemodynamic monitoring, critical care, anesthesiology, and perioperative medicine. His career includes roles at Germany's Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf (1988–2004) and University Hospital Rostock (2004–2009). Current Position: Professor of Anesthesiology & Intensive Care Institution: University of Groningen/UMCG Research Focus : Hemodynamic stability in surgical and critically ill patients Advanced monitoring techniques (e.g., near-infrared spectroscopy) Perioperative complications prediction Fluid management and transfusion strategies Recent Article Trends : Focus on AI-driven hypotension classification, plasma transfusion protocols, and pediatric cardiac surgery outcomes using non-invasive monitoring. His work bridges clinical practice and machine learning innovations. Awards : 2011: Best Scientific Presentation (AIOS) 2005: Best Abstract Presenter (ESICM) 1999: Karl-Thomas-Award (German Anesthesiology Society) Grants & Advising : Active in supervising research projects (10 listed) and contributing to international studies like the InPUT plasma transfusion trial. His work aligns with UN SDGs for health (SDG 3).

Joseph B. Zwischenbergerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
• Cardiovascular Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph B. Zwischenberger, MD, is a Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine , with affiliations to the Saha Cardiovascular Research Center , CVRC - Affiliated Faculty , and the Surgery/Cardiac MD/PhD Program Mentor . His clinical and research focus spans cardiothoracic surgery , ECMO technology , and critical care innovations , particularly in artificial organ development and postoperative pain management . Education: MD from University of Kentucky Residency: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Fellowships: Cardiac Division (NIH), Cardiothoracic Surgery, and Critical Care (University of Michigan) Certifications: American Board of General Surgery (Vascular and Thoracic Surgery) His research explores ECMO program development , respiratory failure mechanisms , and congenital heart defect support systems , emphasizing multidisciplinary collaboration in medical device innovation and pediatric cardiovascular care . Key trends include postoperative critical care protocols , tracheal replacement technologies , and surgical education reform to enhance resident autonomy. Notable scientific contributions include leadership in JACC Scientific Expert Panel on ECMO and foundational work on transhiatal esophagectomy for esophageal carcinoma. His 2023 Annals of Thoracic Surgery article addresses ICU governance models, while his 2024 Ann Thorac Surg Short Rep case study highlights device complication analysis. As an MD/PhD program mentor , he trains future physician-scientists and collaborates with the Saha Cardiovascular Research Center on translational studies. His work has shaped thoracic surgical protocols, including epidural placement guidelines and Fontan procedure optimization .

Robin Toft Klarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Global Health
• Population Health
• Nursing Workforce Development
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Robin Toft Klar is a Clinical Professor at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, where she has dedicated her career to advancing nursing through environmental and systems-level research. Her work focuses on the built environment’s impact on population health, nursing workforce capacity building in low- and middle-income countries, and interprofessional education. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and actively mentors PhD students. Education: Post-Doc, Case Western University (2012) DNSc, Yale University (2002) MS, Boston College (1980) BSN, Fitchburg State College (1979) Diploma, Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing (1975) Her research interests include global health, nursing workforce development, infection prevention and control, continuing professional development, and environmental design in healthcare. She has led major initiatives in Liberia and Rwanda to strengthen nursing and midwifery education and practice. Her recent publications show a strong trend in global health systems strengthening, particularly in post-crisis settings (e.g., post-Ebola Liberia), with a focus on curriculum reform, preceptor training, PPE access, and pandemic adaptation. She integrates geospatial tools, simulation, and quality improvement frameworks into her work. Scientific Awards: Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (2019) Nurses with Global Impact Award, United Nations (2019) Recognition, Rwanda Ministry of Health (2016) Fellow, Comprehensive Geriatric Education Program, UMass (2013) Educational Achievement Award, UMass (2009) Fellow, Career Development Institute, UMass (2008) Leadership Award, Fitchburg State College (2003) Dr. Klar has been instrumental in advising and leading multiple federally funded and international projects, including HRSA/PEPFAR-supported programs in Liberia and Rwanda. She collaborates extensively with academic and governmental partners to strengthen health systems. Her work in developing continuing professional development programs, curricular reforms, and resilient health workforce models demonstrates a sustained commitment to equity and sustainability. She is actively involved in media and public engagement, with recent coverage of her work in Ghana involving health screenings and student training. Her lab and team efforts focus on global nursing innovation, particularly through the Resilient and Responsive Health Systems (RRHS) initiative.

• Health Services Research
• Psycho-Oncology
• Cancer Care
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kirsty Galpin holds the dual role of Research Associate and Research Manager at the Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Research Group (PoCoG) within the School of Psychology at the University of Sydney. She also previously contributed to the Sydney Catalyst Flagship Program 'EnRICH,' focusing on lung cancer care quality improvement. Her career began as a registered nurse in the UK, followed by a PhD in Nursing from the University of Edinburgh, where she studied intensive care nurses' sedation decision-making practices. Education: PhD in Nursing (University of Edinburgh), professional nursing qualifications. Research Interests: Translational health services research with a focus on improving clinical outcomes and quality of life for cancer patients. Her work emphasizes psycho-oncology, supportive care, and evidence-based quality improvement interventions. She has contributed to projects addressing clinical variations in lung cancer treatment and developing tools like the modified Duke Activity Status Index (M-DASI) for preoperative risk assessment. Publications: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles spanning lung cancer care quality metrics, surgical outcomes, intensive care sedation practices, and functional capacity assessment in non-cardiac surgery. Key work includes quality improvement programs in emergency abdominal surgery and perioperative care. Affiliations: PoCoG, Sydney Health Partners, Implementation Science Community of Practice, Cancer Trials Network. No current teaching or student supervision commitments. Grants & Projects: Leadership in multi-center psycho-oncology research, development of clinical quality indicators for lung cancer, and collaborations in global surgery research through initiatives like the METS study. Labs/Teams: Core member of PoCoG's research coordination unit and EnRICH program, contributing to large-scale supportive care research networks.

Nazir Loneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical Care Medicine
• Epidemiology
• Health Services Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nazir Lone is a Professor of Critical Care and Epidemiology at the University of Edinburgh's Usher Institute, College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. He serves as Honorary Consultant in Critical Care at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian, and holds leadership roles in national critical care research through the Intensive Care Society and Scottish Intensive Care Society Audit Group. Current roles: Clinical Lead for MSc Data Science for Health and Social Care, Director of Edinburgh Critical Care Research Methods Course, Deputy Director of Multimorbidity PhD Programme for Health Professionals Funding: NIHR, Innovate UK, Wellcome Trust His research focuses on health services research, quality improvement in acute/critical care, multimorbidity analysis, and AI applications in healthcare. Key projects include the AIM-CISC study for AI-driven adverse event reduction and Innovate UK-funded multimorbidity recognition tools in emergency settings. Recent publications highlight his work in: Critical care outcomes and geographic disparities Post-COVID rehabilitation and long-term sequelae Optimizing sedation protocols in ICU Maternal critical care risk modeling Global critical care access in Africa Psychotropic medication use post-discharge Awards include Fellowships from the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Royal College of Physicians (FRCP Edin), and Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine (FFICM). He supervises PhD, MD, MPH, and BSc students while contributing to undergraduate (MBChB) and postgraduate (MPH, MSc) teaching in epidemiology and data science.

Linjia Jiaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Anesthesiology
• Critical Care Medicine
• Perioperative Medicine

Linjia Jia is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medical College (Cornell University) and serves as an Assistant Attending Anesthesiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Her clinical roles include perioperative care in general operating rooms and critical care management in cardiothoracic intensive care units. Education: MD (2019) from Weill Cornell Medical College, BA (2014) from New York University. Dr. Jia’s research integrates Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine , focusing on perioperative patient outcomes and post-surgical recovery. Her work spans clinical investigations into pandemic effects on surgical care and neurophysiological mechanisms relevant to critical care. Her publications include studies on lingering impacts of COVID-19 in perioperative contexts and neurophysiological variations in Purkinje cell activity. These reflect interdisciplinary engagement with Public Health , Neuroscience , and Physiological Research . Scientific Awards: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society (2019) Honors in Research (MD thesis, 2019) Dr. Jia’s affiliations include NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical College, where she contributes to clinical care, education, and research in anesthesiology and critical care medicine.

Marissa Weberمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Anesthesiology
• Perioperative Medicine
• Pain Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marissa Weber, M.D. serves as Assistant Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medical College and Assistant Attending Anesthesiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, focusing on perioperative medicine, pain management, and patient safety optimization. Her educational foundation includes: M.D. from Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University (2016) B.A. from Villanova University (2012) Dr. Weber's research program critically examines Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) implementation across orthopedic and thoracic procedures, opioid epidemic economic impacts, regional anesthesia/POCUS integration in critical care, and social determinants affecting surgical outcomes. Her work on GLP-1 receptor agonists addresses emerging perioperative challenges in weight loss pharmacotherapy, highlighting intersections between metabolic medicine and anesthesiology. Analysis of her 2022-2024 publications reveals accelerating focus on health equity within ERAS frameworks, with 63% of recent work addressing racial/ethnic disparities. Concurrently, her pharmacology research on GLP-1 agonists demonstrates clinical vigilance regarding delayed gastric emptying and emesis risks. No scientific awards were documented in available sources. Public records indicate no formal student advising roles or externally funded research grants, though her clinical-educational appointment implies teaching responsibilities for medical trainees. Her practice operates within NewYork-Presbyterian's Department of Anesthesiology without dedicated laboratory or research team structures noted in institutional profiles.

Andreas Kvam Sletnesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Intensive Care Nursing
• Critical Care
• Mass Casualty Incidents
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andreas Kvam Sletnes serves as an Assistant Professor and PhD candidate at Nord University's Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences, bringing extensive clinical experience from emergency departments and intensive care units to his academic role. A master's-prepared nurse specializing in critical care, he previously held an Assistant Professor position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and has completed formal university pedagogy training to enhance his teaching methodologies. His educational credentials include: Master's degree in Clinical Nursing University Pedagogy Training certification Sletnes' research centers on simulation-based learning for mass casualty incident preparedness, with his doctoral work specifically investigating effective educational approaches for nursing students in high-stakes emergency scenarios. He emphasizes realistic, large-scale exercises that build critical competencies through interprofessional collaboration between healthcare, emergency services, and academic institutions. Analysis of his 14 publications (2019-2025) reveals a consistent focus on practical implementation of mass casualty training, highlighting student experiences, community engagement strategies, and interdisciplinary coordination frameworks. His work demonstrates how simulation exercises translate academic theory into life-saving clinical competencies while addressing national regulatory requirements for nursing education. Sletnes actively shapes nursing education through multiple leadership roles: Teaching and supervision in core courses SYK2000, SYK2001, SYK2003, HEL2001, PRA2029, and PRA2030 Development of facilitator training programs for academic staff at Nord University and external institutions Organization of professional development days for physicians at Nord-Trøndelag Hospital Trust Direction of the annual mass casualty exercise involving 400+ participants from 10+ emergency response organizations He coordinates a major interprofessional network for the mass casualty exercise, partnering with Trøndelag Police, Nord-Trøndelag Hospital Trust, fire/rescue services, municipal authorities, and military units including the Royal Norwegian Air Force. This collaborative framework provides nursing students with hands-on crisis management experience while strengthening regional emergency response capabilities through standardized protocols and cross-agency communication.

• Trauma Surgery
• Surgical Critical Care
• Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joanna Grudziak is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, practicing at University of Utah Health across Main Hospital and South Jordan locations. Her educational background includes: B.A. in English Literature from the University of Pennsylvania M.A. in English Literature from the University of Pennsylvania M.D. from Emory University School of Medicine M.P.H. in Public Health Leadership from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Specializing in trauma surgery, surgical critical care, and abdominal wall reconstruction, she employs robotic techniques for hernia repair and fistula management while emphasizing patient-centered pre- and post-surgical coordination with weight loss, diabetes, and physical therapy specialists. Her 2018-2021 publications reveal research trends in surgical ICU communication, moral distress among providers, and methodological challenges in global burn care—highlighting intersections of ethics, palliative care, and resource-limited surgical outcomes. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) Board certified in Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, she maintains active clinical practice with no publicly documented advisees, grants, or laboratory affiliations.

Osman T. Aydasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Healthcare Operations Management
• Health Policy
• Service Operations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Osman T. Aydas is an Associate Professor in the Decision & Information Sciences department at Oakland University's School of Business Administration, specializing in healthcare operations and supply chain management within the Production Operations Management field. Education: Ph.D. in Management Science, University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Master's in Economics Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering His research centers on healthcare operations management, focusing on health policy, decision-making systems, and service optimization through mixed-integer programming, stochastic optimization, and simulation techniques. His doctoral work addressed strategic nurse allocation in intensive care units under dynamic patient demand, establishing foundational work for his current research in patient flow systems and resource allocation. Recent publications reveal a concentrated trend in applying advanced operations research to healthcare delivery challenges, particularly in nurse scheduling optimization, patient flow simulation, and opioid prescription management, demonstrating interdisciplinary integration of healthcare management, data science, and mathematical modeling. Scientific Awards: Faculty Research Fellowship, University Research Committee (2022, 2020, 2017) Faculty Research Fellowship, SBA Research Advisory Committee (2022, 2020, 2019) Roger L. Fitzsimonds Doctoral Scholarship (2016, 2015) Supported by multiple institutional research fellowships, Dr. Aydas has developed significant scholarly output in healthcare operations despite no listed formal advisees. His teaching portfolio spans Operations Analytics, Supply Chain Management, and Business Analytics courses across undergraduate and graduate programs, demonstrating strong pedagogical commitment to quantitative business disciplines. While no dedicated research laboratory is documented, his collaborative work with healthcare systems and operational research teams indicates active engagement in applied healthcare optimization projects.

Dianne Stephensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical Care Medicine
• Disaster Medicine
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof Dianne Stephens OAM is the Foundation Dean of the CDU Menzies School of Medicine and a Professor at Charles Darwin University's Faculty of Health. She previously served as Director of the Royal Darwin Hospital Intensive Care Unit from 1998-2016, pioneering clinical care and organ donation initiatives in the Northern Territory. Her leadership extended to roles in disaster medicine, including responding to the Bali Bombings, Iraq deployments, and Cyclone Winston in Fiji. Currently, she leads academic partnerships at the National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre (NCCTRC), focusing on aeromedical retrieval and health emergency preparedness. Education: Graduated from the University of Melbourne Medical School (1988), with fellowships in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine. Research interests include sepsis, melioidosis, Indigenous health outcomes, and pandemic response strategies. Notable contributions include developing quarantine models during the COVID-19 pandemic and advancing resident-centered care for displaced populations. Scientific Awards: Recipient of the Order of Australia Medal (OAM). Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator for the MRFF-funded 'COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Model of Care' (2022–2026), focusing on isolation protocols and healthcare system resilience. Advising involves mentoring future healthcare leaders through CDU's medical education programs. Labs/Teams: Oversees NCCTRC's research portfolio and academic collaborations in disaster medicine and critical care innovation.

Hande CENGİZ AÇILمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Surgical Nursing
• Patient Safety
• Healthcare Quality Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hande CENGİZ AÇIL is a Lecturer in the Department of Nursing at Sakarya University's Faculty of Health Sciences. She specializes in surgical nursing, patient safety, and healthcare quality management. Her research focuses on postoperative recovery, surgical patient care, and nursing education. She has contributed to multiple textbooks and peer-reviewed articles in nursing and health sciences. Dr. AÇIL is actively involved in academic activities, including teaching Surgical Diseases Nursing, Operating Room Nursing, and Stoma/Wound Care Nursing courses. She has developed clinical scales such as the Postbariatric Surgery Quality of Life Scale and conducted validity studies for patient recovery indices. Her work emphasizes improving healthcare quality through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care. Research Interests: Dr. AÇIL's studies explore surgical nursing interventions, patient outcomes after major surgeries, and healthcare quality improvement strategies. She has investigated topics like postoperative recovery assessment, breast reconstruction quality of life, and venous thrombosis prevention in surgical patients. Her work bridges clinical practice with academic contributions, aiming to enhance nurse education and patient safety protocols. Grants & Projects: Led research on postoperative recovery index validation (2017-2018) and contributed to patents for wound tracking systems (2022-2023). Awards: Received appreciation awards for her role in obesity symposiums and anti-smoking initiatives. Dr. AÇIL collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in surgical and intensive care units, emphasizing clinical nursing practices and evidence-based care. She has organized symposiums on obesity and participated in international nursing conferences, promoting professional development in surgical nursing education.

• Critical Care Medicine
• Organ Transplantation
• Infectious Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maarten Nijsten is a Researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Groningen (UMCG) . He holds dual departmental roles in the Microbes in Health and Disease (MHD) and the Critical care, Anesthesiology, Peri-operative and Emergency medicine (CAPE) . His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing healthcare and reducing critical illness complications. Dr. Nijsten's research expertise spans machine perfusion , intensive care unit (ICU) diagnostics , infection biology , and metabolic monitoring . He has pioneered studies on liver preservation techniques and the application of imaging modalities like PET/CT for identifying persistent infections in critically ill patients. His work also addresses antibiotic therapy optimization and perioperative medicine challenges. Recent media highlights include commentaries on smart infusion pumps reducing medication waste in ICUs (2025). He contributed to three datasets, including liver transplantation biomarkers and myocardial infarction outcome studies. Over 198 research outputs and 11 supervised works reflect his dedication to translational research. His 2019 visiting research role at Technical University of Munich's TUM Neuroimaging Center underscores collaborative international work. While specific grants or lab affiliations aren't detailed, his contributions to organ preservation and metabolic studies suggest involvement in advanced medical research teams.