Postdoctoral researcher at University of Tehran, Iran
Summary:
Dr. Negin Dorri is a Health Psychologist and researcher with a Ph.D. from the University of Tehran. Her work focuses on empowering informal caregivers and improving the health outcomes of individuals with chronic diseases such as cardiovascular conditions. She combines her clinical expertise with research to develop interventions that address both psychological and biological aspects of health. Dr. Dorri is also an educator, guiding doctoral students in their research and teaching advanced courses in psychology and health.
Professional Profile:
👩🎓Education:
Dr. Negin Dorri holds a Ph.D. in Health Psychology from the University of Tehran, where she graduated with a GPA of 3.94/4.00. Her dissertation focused on developing and implementing a family-centered health intervention for patients diagnosed with coronary heart disease, comparing its effectiveness to cardiac rehabilitation. Dr. Dorri also completed her Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Islamic Azad University in Tehran with a GPA of 3.48/4.00. Her thesis explored the mediating role of attachment styles in adolescents diagnosed with cancer. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Queen Mary University of London.
🏢 Professional Experience:
Dr. Dorri is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Tehran, where she is developing an empowerment model for informal caregivers of individuals with cardiovascular diseases and cancer. She is also implementing interventions aimed at improving caregiver well-being and caregiving outcomes. Dr. Dorri supervises doctoral research at the University of Tehran’s Kish and Qeshm International Campuses, guiding students on dissertation topics and scholarly publications. She also serves as a Guest Lecturer, teaching courses on Geriatric Counselling, Culture and Health, and Aging and Health at various doctoral and master’s levels.
Previously, Dr. Dorri held various clinical and research roles, including working as a Cardiac Rehabilitation Health Psychologist and Researcher at Rajaie Cardiovascular Medical Center. Her clinical psychology experience spans hospitals and therapeutic centers, with a focus on oncology and mental health. She also served as a Reviewer for the Global Journal of Medicine and Public Health and contributed to multiple research initiatives focused on evidence-based health promotion and disease prevention.
Research Interests:
Dr. Dorri’s research interests are centered on health equity, non-communicable diseases prevention, empowerment of patients and informal caregivers, and integrated approaches to care. She is particularly passionate about advancing psychological interventions for cardiovascular patients and improving the mental health of caregivers. Her research contributes to understanding the biopsychosocial model in health, with a focus on vulnerable populations and chronic illness management.
Author Metrics:
- Publications: Dr. Dorri has contributed to academic journals and books, including a book chapter on scientific peer review in the era of AI and an invited publication discussing the role of golf in promoting health.
- Translation Work: She has translated important health inventories, including the Self-care of Chronic Illness Inventory and the Self-care of Coronary Heart Disease Inventory, both available in multiple languages.
- Book Contributions: Dr. Dorri co-authored “My Beautiful Hat,” a culturally tailored book supporting Iranian children undergoing cancer treatment.