Dr. Ingegerd Bergbom

Biography

Ingegerd Bergbom is a Professor Emerita at the Institute of Health and Care Sciences at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in caring science. With a vast array of publications, her work primarily focuses on the experiences of patients in intensive care and the implications of environmental factors, such as light, on patient recovery. She has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of caritative caring theory and its application in clinical settings. Her research often employs qualitative methods to explore patient narratives, highlighting the importance of personal experience in healthcare environments. Bergbom's contributions have significantly shaped the discourse on caring practices within nursing and healthcare, particularly focusing on critically ill patients and their recovery processes. She has been engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge art and healthcare, using visual methods to communicate complex patient experiences. Furthermore, she actively reviews literature, contributing to the development of educational resources for practitioners. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to enhancing patient care and advocating for improved health outcomes in various clinical settings. Her extensive expertise is recognized nationally and internationally.

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