Dr. Gabriella Pravettoni

psychology, oncological psychology

User Score	Experience	Rating	Price Range	Publications	Online Consultations
91%	33 years	9.7/10	$$$$	534	No

Overview

Country, City

Italy, Milan

Health facility

European Institute of Oncology Milan

Medical unit

Department of phychooncology

About the doctor

Dr. Gabriella Pravettoni is a highly experienced psychologist specializing in oncological psychology. With over 32 years of experience, Dr. Pravettoni has established herself as a leading expert. She works at the European Institute of Oncology in Milan, where she is the Director of the Department of Psychooncology. Dr. Pravettoni's impressive career includes numerous accomplishments and roles within academia. She has published over 500 scientific publications, demonstrating her commitment to research and advancing knowledge in the field. Her research focuses on various aspects of decision-making, psychological distress, and psycho-oncological support for cancer patients. In addition to her academic achievements, Dr. Pravettoni is actively involved in professional organizations and serves on various scientific boards. She is a member of several prestigious societies in psychology and oncology, further demonstrating her expertise and commitment to her profession. Dr. Pravettoni's extensive experience, research dedication, and field involvement make her a highly respected and sought-after psychologist. Her work in psychooncology, particularly in supporting cancer patients in their decision-making process, has significantly impacted the field. With her expertise and compassionate approach, Dr. Pravettoni continues to make valuable contributions to the care and well-being of cancer patients.

Skills & Expertise

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1986-1991 Studied psychology at the University of Padua
1992-1996 Ph.D. in cognitive science at the University of Padua
1993-1995 Studied community psychology at the Center for Studies, Research and Planning on Social Affairs in
Rome
Obtaining specialization in psychology
1993-1997 Postgraduate training of specialization in psychotherapy at the School of Clinical-Community Psychology and Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy
1996-1997 Postdoc training at the University of California
1997-2002 Researcher at the University of Turin
2005 Research grant from the British Academy: "The effects of work rumination on sleep"
2005 Research grant from the Ministry of Education, University and Research: “Attention filtering: from the real to the virtual environment”
2007 Research grant from the AXA: "Needs analysis and subjective perception about the financial and insurance choice"
2009 Research grant from Nestle: "Food-related choices: cognitive aspects, sustainability, and values"
2010 Research grant from the Umberto Veronesi Foundation: "Psycho-cognitive aspects in heavy smokers"
2010-2011 Rector's Delegate for international relations at the University of Milan
2011 Research grant in personalized medicine: "From data sharing and integration via virtual physiological human models to personalized medicine"
2013 Research grant from Helsinn Healthcare in Lugano
2013 Research grant from the Umberto Veronesi Foundation: "Smoke and nutrition"
2014 Visiting Professor at the Guy’s Hospital King’s College of London
2014 Research grant from Novartis Pharma in Basel
2014-2018 Research grant from the European commission – Horizon: "Empowering patients and strengthening self-management in cancer disease"
2014-2020 Research grant from the Swedish Foundation for Humanities and Social Sciences: “Mind the risk - ethical, psychological, and social implications of provision of risk information from genetic and related technologies. A joint European research program”
Collaboration for research projects with the University of Surrey in Guildford

Experience

2002-2005 Associate Professor at the University of Milan
2005-2011 Director of the placement center at the University of Milan
2012 Director of the Department of phychooncology at the European Institute of Oncology Milan
2012 Professor at the Foundation of the Life Sciences
2013 Director of the interdisciplinary research center on decision making at the University of Milan
2015 Full Professor of psychology of decision making at the University of Milan
2015-2016 Deputy Director of the Department of oncology and hemato-oncology at the University of Milan
Collaboration with the University of Uppsala
Collaboration with Mario Negri Institute in Milan

Awards & Memberships

2005 President of the degree program of cognitive science and decision-making at the University of Milan
2015 Coordinator of Doctorate Folsatec (foundations of the life sciences and their ethical consequences) at the European School of Molecular Medicine in Milan
Titular Professor of the course at the University of Milan: "Psychology of Decision making and Cognitive psychology"
Titular Professor of the course of medical humanities at the Oncology Specialty School from the National Cancer Institute in Milan
Titular Professor of the course of communication and relation at the Hospital of San Donato and Hospital San Paolo in Milan
Titular Professor of the course: "Fundamental Human Sciences"
Titular Professor of the course at the International Medical School: "Signs, symptoms and communication"
Editorial Board of the "International Journal of Person-Centered Medicine"
Member of the European Society of Cognitive Psychology
Member of the Society of Judgment and Decision-Making
Member of the Society of Medical Decision Making
Member of the International Society of Cognitive Science
Member of the Italian Society of Psychology
Member of the Italian Society of Cognitive Sciences
Member of the European Society of Psychology
Member of the Italian Society of Psycho-Oncology
Member of the International Psycho-oncology Society
Member of the scientific committee of the Italian Federation of Associations of Volunteers in Oncology
Member of the board of directors of the Italian Cancer Research Foundation
Member of the scientific board of the Center “Alessandro Volta”