Gusti Sumarsih, S.Kp., M.Biomed.

Biography
Gusti Sumarsih, S.Kp., M.Biomed, is an expert in gerontic nursing with a profound interest in community health and therapeutic communication. She combines her nursing expertise with biomedical sciences to offer a holistic approach to nursing care, especially in gerontology and palliative care.

In addition to her focus on aging populations, Gusti plays a critical role in disaster nursing at Universitas Andalas. As the head of the disaster nursing department, she has been instrumental in extending the university's involvement in disaster events, providing expertise, and mobilizing support during critical times. Her leadership in this area has had a significant impact on the university's response to natural and human-made disasters.

Having completed her bachelor's degree at Universitas Indonesia and her master's degree at Universitas Andalas, Gusti continues to lead and inspire in both the academic and disaster nursing fields. Her research interests are primarily focused on gerontology, and she remains dedicated to improving care for the elderly through culturally sensitive and comprehensive nursing practices.
a) Focus and Interest
• Gerontic Nursing
• Transcultural Nursing
• Community Health Aggregates
• Therapeutic Communication in Nursing
• Palliative Care

b) Education Background
• Bachelor: Universitas Indonesia
• Master: Universitas Andalas

c) Role and Affiliation
• Head of Disaster Nursing Department, Universitas Andalas

d) Research Interest
• Gerontology

e) Research and Publication
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