As a postdoctoral researcher, I specialise in optimising cross-sectoral rehabilitation following cardiac surgery.
My work primarily focuses on the development of complex interventions, integrated care pathways, and patient involvement. I hold degrees in Sports Science, Physiotherapy, and Health Sciences, and have previously worked within physical activity, health education, and lifestyle interventions.
My research concerns integrated, cross-sectoral care pathways across medical specialities. Using qualitative research methods and co-creation processes, my aim is to promote greater equity in health through personalised adaptations and tailored patient pathways. My research helps ensure that patients' perspectives are integrated in research and healthcare services.
I teach clinical researchers within hospital settings on various research methods and patient involvement. Additionally, I have contributed to the development of a digital knowledge portal for researchers on involving patients in the research process.
I collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers (doctors, nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists) from both municipal and regional sectors, as well as clinicians and patient partners. I also maintain an international collaboration with researchers in England on intervention development and implementation. The aim of this collaboration is to improve current cardiac rehabilitation and publish scientific articles on the topic.
Based on my expertise in qualitative methods, I offer ad hoc guidance to students and researchers on literature searches, and on choosing and applying qualitative research methods or person-centred approaches in healthcare. I also participate in various research networks focused on patient involvement, shared decision-making, physiotherapy research, and cross-sectoral research.
My main area of responsibility is to co-create science-based initiatives that can be implemented in practice, including person-centred interventions, communication, and collaboration. I work from a bio-psycho-social perspective, with a particular focus on wellbeing and the existential aspects of illness and health. I also contribute to enhancing patient involvement in their own health and promoting patient participation in research.
