Dr. Malin Östman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Malin Östman is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on primary care research. Her work primarily explores communication and decision-making processes within patient-RN consultations, quality of healthcare encounters, and the impact of various care models on chronic illness management. Östman's research aims to enhance understanding of patient experiences and healthcare continuity, particularly for individuals with chronic conditions such as heart failure. She has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications that address significant issues in patient care and healthcare delivery, ensuring that her findings are grounded in empirical observational data.

Research Interests

Primary Care Patient Education Decision-Making Chronic Disease Management Healthcare Continuity

Experience

Adjunct Senior Lecturer

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Teaching and research in primary care, focusing on communication and patient decision-making.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).