Short bio
Beatrix Göcking is pursuing a Ph.D. in biomedical ethics and law, exploring the complex realm of medical decision-making in the digital age. With a foundation in religious studies, focusing on social sciences, gender studies, and political studies, complemented by practical experience as a critical care nurse in the intensive care unit, she brings a holistic perspective to her work.
Her research aims to support individuals who have suffered severe acute brain injury, along with their loved ones and health professionals in treatment decisions aligned with patient values. Beyond academia, she is passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion in scientific and socio-political discussions, specifically addressing gender-specific healthcare gaps.
Research Interest
- Public health ethics
- Shared decision-making
- Narrative Medicine
- Intersectional gender aspects
- Religion and medicine
Ongoing Projects
- DIPEx (Database of Individual Patient Experiences): Pilot project on brain damage
dipex.ch - Decision support tool
Memberships
- Schweizerische Gesellschaft für biomedizinische Ethik (SGBE)
- Schweizerische Gesellschaft für Religionswissenschaft (SGR-SSSR)
- Strategieteam QualiZüri
Publications
ZORA Publication List
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Publications
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2024
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Journal Article
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Scientific Publication in Electronic Form
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Factsheet Biomedizinische Ethik und Medizingeschichte. www.med.uzh.ch: Universität Zürich.
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2023
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Journal Article
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A case for preference-sensitive decision timelines to aid shared decision-making in intensive care: need and possible application. Frontiers in Digital Health, 5:1274717.
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Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage and Clinical Decision-Making: A Qualitative Pilot Study Exploring Perspectives of Those Directly Affected, Their Next of Kin, and Treating Clinicians. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(4):3187.
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