Developing patient and public involvement (PPI) in mesothelioma research

Biography

I have a clinical and research background in supportive cancer care. My background is in social science  research focusing on supportive care for patients with cancer and their carers; including  symptom support using e-health, patient and public involvement, communicating significant news in cancer  and palliative care. I'm  an Honorary Faculty Member for the European School of Oncology and  a trainer for Advanced Communication Skills.  

I'm a  very experienced PhD supervisor and have successfully supervised many PhD students including international students.  I have examined many doctoral theses as an external examiner.   In the past I   was awarded  the Vice-Chancellors Award for Post Graduate Research Supervisor of the Year  in recognition of creating the most supportive, stimulating and inspirational research environment.  I combine research and teaching as  integral parts of my role  within the university. Recently, I became an Editorial Board Member for BMC Health Services Research.

I have research expertise in many qualitative research methods including grounded theory, ethnography and narrative  research as well as mixed methods research.  I have published widely in the field of cancer and palliative care in high impact journals. 

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