Jacinta Tan
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Jacinta Tan is a leading neuroethicist whose work critically examines the ethical dimensions of neurosurgical interventions for severe psychiatric disorders. Her research focuses on the intersection of neuroethics, clinical psychiatry, and the vulnerabilities of patients with treatment-resistant conditions, particularly anorexia nervosa. Tan’s most cited work, the 2017 paper "Deep Brain Stimulation in Anorexia Nervosa: Hope for the Hopeless or Exploitation of the Vulnerable? The Oxford Neuroethics Gold Standard Framework" (56 citations), establishes a rigorous ethical framework for evaluating deep brain stimulation (DBS) in this population. This framework addresses the tension between offering hope to those with severe, enduring anorexia and the risk of exploiting their vulnerability, providing a landmark guide for clinicians and researchers. Tan’s contributions are pivotal in shaping responsible innovation in psychiatric neurosurgery, ensuring that ethical safeguards keep pace with technological advances. Her work has influenced both clinical practice and policy, making her a key voice in the responsible translation of neurotechnology from bench to bedside.
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