Nicole Andrews
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Dr. Nicole Andrews is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of digital health and chronic pain management, with a primary focus on developing and evaluating conversational agents (chatbots) for patient education and assessment. Her most cited work, the development and pilot testing of "Dolores"—a pain history assessment and education chatbot—represents a significant contribution to the field. This 2023 study, which has garnered 17 citations, demonstrated the acceptability of Dolores across diverse age groups in populations with chronic pain, highlighting the chatbot's versatility in delivering pain neuroscience education and evidence-based treatment information. Dr. Andrews's research addresses a critical gap in contemporary persistent pain management by leveraging technology to enhance patient engagement and accessibility to education. Her work is notable for its rigorous development and testing methodology, ensuring that digital interventions are both effective and user-friendly. By pioneering the use of chatbots in this domain, Dr. Andrews is shaping the future of pain care, making it more personalized and scalable. Her contributions are increasingly recognized as foundational for integrating artificial intelligence into chronic pain education and assessment.
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