Bridget St George

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Bridget St George is a leading researcher in stroke rehabilitation and patient-centered outcomes, with a particular focus on improving the quality of life for stroke survivors. Her most influential work, the 2012 paper "Top ten research priorities relating to life after stroke," has garnered 272 citations and fundamentally reshaped the field by shifting attention from acute care to long-term recovery. This landmark study, conducted in collaboration with the James Lind Alliance, engaged stroke survivors, caregivers, and clinicians to identify the most pressing unanswered questions, establishing a patient-driven research agenda that has guided funding and study design worldwide. St George’s contributions extend to developing outcome measures that capture meaningful functional and psychosocial changes, ensuring that clinical trials reflect what matters most to those living with stroke. Her work has been instrumental in advocating for holistic, community-based support systems and has influenced national stroke guidelines. With a career dedicated to bridging the gap between clinical research and real-world needs, Bridget St George remains a pivotal voice in stroke rehabilitation, empowering survivors and shaping the future of post-stroke care.