Daria Westerman
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Daria Westerman is a leading researcher at the intersection of digital health, pain management, and human-computer interaction. Her work focuses on developing and evaluating conversational agents—specifically chatbots—to improve patient education and clinical assessment for chronic pain populations. Westerman’s most-cited paper, “Acceptability of a Pain History Assessment and Education Chatbot (Dolores) Across Age Groups in Populations With Chronic Pain,” reports on the pilot testing of Dolores, a chatbot designed to deliver pain neuroscience education and gather patient history. This study, with 17 citations, demonstrates her contribution to accessible, scalable pain management tools that bridge gaps in traditional care. By assessing acceptability across age groups, Westerman highlights the importance of user-centered design in digital health interventions. Her work is notable for advancing the integration of artificial intelligence into chronic pain care, offering a novel approach to patient engagement and education. With a growing citation impact, Westerman’s research is shaping how technology can support both clinicians and patients in managing persistent pain.
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