Gurveer Dhiman

Biography

I completed my LLB Law degree and LLM in Law and Society at Keele University. During my LLB, I undertook modules in healthcare law and disability law, where I developed an interest in autonomy in healthcare, particularly in relation to people with disabilities. Alongside my undergraduate and postgraduate studies, I worked part-time at my local hospital in the Oncology department. This experience further developed my interest in healthcare decision-making and led me to consider the particular challenges surrounding autonomy and decision-making in oncology. These academic and professional experiences have motivated me to undertake a PhD exploring autonomy and decision-making for people with learning disabilities in oncology.

Research and scholarship

Research project

Current working title: A ‘personhood’ based approach to supporting people with learning disabilities in oncological care: An alternative model beyond the autonomy paradigm

Collaborations and grants awards

ESRC-funded PhD Studentship, North West Social Doctoral Training Partnership (NWSSDTP)