This Master's study examines dietary changes among Hispanic breast cancer survivors, highlighting disparities in diet quality and survivorship outcomes. Surveying 411 women in Florida, researchers found many reported eating less—often due to treatment side effects—and only 60% met fruit and vegetable recommendations. Findings support integrating dietitians and nutrition education into oncology care.

Malnutrition is a major but often overlooked cause of mortality in cancer patients, driven by the side effects of aggressive treatments. This research focuses on personalized nutritional care, combining medical data with patient experiences to improve strength, quality of life, and treatment tolerance—because without nutrition, effective cancer therapy is impossible.

This research demonstrates that jaw surgery corrects functional impairments, not just appearance. Studying hundreds of patients shows that correcting jaw disproportions eliminates speech distortions, improves chewing and breathing, and enhances quality of life. The findings challenge the view of jaw surgery as cosmetic, reframing it as vital medical care.

This research examines how multiple sclerosis disrupts meaning and identity beyond physical symptoms. A nurse-led, group-based intervention helps people with MS rebuild purpose and quality of life. By targeting meaning alongside medical treatment, the project addresses the often-overlooked psychological impact of chronic illness and offers a scalable model for holistic care.

This research designs bespoke, lightweight 3D-printed breast prostheses for women after mastectomy. Using body scanning and personalised materials, the prostheses improve comfort, symmetry, and fit compared to standard silicone forms. The project aims to help women move from surviving breast cancer to thriving with confidence and comfort.

This research examines nutrition and hydration challenges after ileostomy surgery. Interviews and surveys reveal widespread fear, confusion, and poor hydration knowledge due to inconsistent advice. By developing evidence-based dietary guidance, this work aims to reduce complications, improve quality of life, and help ileostomates eat and drink with confidence.

Heart failure causes major suffering, high mortality, and escalating healthcare costs. This research identifies what people with heart failure and their carers need from home-based supportive care, including nurse-led support, better communication, and coordinated services. By defining and prioritising key recommendations, the project aims to guide policy toward improving quality of life and reducing hospitalisations.

This research tests a new personalised care model for Parkinson’s called Prime Care, offering rapid access to support and tailored interventions based on each patient’s risk of hospital admission. A two-year clinical trial of 214 participants will determine whether this approach improves wellbeing and reduces costly, harmful hospital stays.