University of Thessaly, Department of Nursing, Greece.
Dr. Maria Saridi is an esteemed Assistant Professor at the Department of Nursing, University of Thessaly, Greece, specializing in Clinical Nursing with a focus on chronic illness care. With over 30 years of professional nursing experience, including leadership roles in public hospitals, she has profoundly impacted healthcare education and practice. Her multifaceted expertise integrates research, management, and community health, making her a key figure in advancing public health initiatives across Greece. 🇬🇷
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🎓 Education
Dr. Saridi earned her Ph.D. from the Nursing Department at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. 📚 In 2019, she completed her postdoctoral research at the University of Peloponnese in the Department of Social and Educational Policy, focusing on public health, health promotion, and education programs. Her academic path reflects a strong commitment to lifelong learning and societal impact. 🎓📖
💼 Experience
With more than three decades of service in the nursing field, Dr. Saridi combines hands-on clinical practice with administrative leadership, having served two years as a hospital manager in the Greek public health system. 🏨 Her career spans across academia, healthcare management, and national research, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical solutions for chronic disease care and public health policy. 🩺👩⚕️
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Saridi’s research revolves around nursing care, health promotion, public health, and healthcare management. Her work explores themes such as chronic illness, pharmacoeconomics, cost-effectiveness of treatments, and simulation-based telecare programs like BeEmTel. 🌿📊 She actively contributes to improving healthcare delivery through data-driven and community-focused interventions. 📡
🏆 Awards
Dr. Saridi’s extensive contributions to nursing science and public health have earned her national recognition. Her participation in major research projects on diabetes, asthma, and telemedicine highlights her innovative vision. She is an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award in clinical nursing and public health advancement. 🏅🌍
📚 Top Noted Publications
The impact of healthcare workers’ job environment on their mental-emotional health, Health Psychology Research, 2015 — Cited by 426
Correlating physical activity and quality of life of healthcare workers, BMC Research Notes, 2019 — Cited by 127
Investigation of anxiety and depression in patients with chronic diseases, Health Psychology Research, 2015 — Cited by 90
Prevalence of obesity in children aged 6–12 in Greece, Archives of Medical Science, 2012 — Cited by 79
Attitudes and behaviors of Greeks concerning blood donation, Blood Transfusion, 2013 — Cited by 67
Obesity and cardiovascular risk among schoolchildren, Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, 2011 — Cited by 59
Serotonin reuptake inhibitors and atherosclerosis, Medical Science Monitor, 2011 — Cited by 57
Cost-effectiveness of wound healing dressings, Wound Repair and Regeneration, 2016 — Cited by 54
Alcohol and narcotics use in IBD patients, Annals of Gastroenterology, 2018 — Cited by 46
Implementation of WISN staffing method in Greek hospitals, European Journal of Midwifery, 2019 — Cited by 35
Conclusion
Dr. Maria Saridi’s well-rounded expertise in clinical nursing, academic teaching, health system management, and impactful public health research positions her as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her consistent scholarly output, dedication to patient-centered care, and involvement in strategic healthcare projects reflect leadership, innovation, and commitment to improving health outcomes. She not only meets but exceeds the standards of excellence this award represents. 🏆👩⚕️📚