Patricia Vermeersch

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Patricia Vermeersch is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of geriatric care, nursing education, and telepresence robotics. Her work focuses on evaluating how remote presence technology can address critical shortages in healthcare delivery and nursing training. In her landmark pilot study on telepresence robots for geriatric primary care (41 citations), she demonstrated that older adults can effectively interact with physicians through mobile robotic platforms, opening new avenues for accessible, home-based care. Her equally influential research on remote presence robots in nursing education (22 citations) showed that these systems can bridge the gap between limited faculty resources and the growing demand for skilled nurses, providing immersive, simulated clinical experiences. By rigorously assessing both the usability and clinical utility of telepresence systems, Vermeersch has established foundational evidence for integrating robotics into healthcare education and geriatric practice. Her work is particularly notable for its practical, patient-centered approach, directly addressing the real-world challenges of an aging population and a strained nursing workforce.