Women are prominent in the development of research at HOGUL

Published on: 02-10-2024 at 12:30 pm

Written by: Ronelma Pinheiro

On Sunday, February 11, the world celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, highlighting the essential role of researchers and their contributions to scientific progress. In Brazil, as in most parts of the world, data reveal that female participation is increasing in this field, previously predominantly male.

This is a not too distant fact, in the State Emergency Hospital Governor Otavio Lag de Siqueira (Hogul), in Goiânia, between 2017 and 2024, 241 studies were carried out in the health unit, 150 of which were carried out by women. Which represents 60% of the research conducted in the unit.

Speaking to O Hoje, Giovanna Sova Rizzio, Hogul's teaching and research supervisor, highlighted that the numbers can serve as an inspiration for other women and girls who want to enter the field of scientific research. She also points out that the high presence of researchers at Hujul reflects an appreciation for diversity and female experience, both at the hospital and in Goiás, which contributes to progress in health and gender equality.

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In total, there are three research lines at Hugol, through which study and research groups are conducted: Science, Technology and Innovation; health management; Urgency and emergency.

According to the researcher, study and research groups in the hospital environment are essential for exchanging knowledge among health professionals, promoting scientific innovation, developing academic skills, and promoting a culture of cooperation and excellence.

He highlights that “these groups provide a collaborative space to discuss clinical cases, conduct studies that generate scientific evidence and promote continuous improvement of clinical practice, thus contributing to more effective, safe and humane patient care.”

The supervisor adds that on this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, it is necessary to recognize and celebrate the achievements of female scientists, as well as to encourage and support the next generation of young talent. “I hope that these success stories will inspire and motivate more women to pursue careers in science, thus contributing to a more equal and promising future for all,” he commented.

Among the studies conducted at the hospital, the research titled “Establishing an Extubation Checklist Protocol in Pediatrics” stands out, according to the researcher. The work received an award during the 9th Goiás Congress of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiotherapy and Intensive Therapy ASSOBRAFIR and the 4th Goiás State Physiotherapy Department Meeting.

The team responsible for the study includes scientists such as Aika Ribeiro de Oliveira, Jacqueline Godinho Fonseca, Juliana Melo do Prado, Giovanna Sova Rizzio, and Amanda Ellis Rodriguez. According to Rizzio, this discovery represents a major advance in the field of pediatrics.

The extubation checklist protocol was designed to improve extubation procedures in pediatric patients, ensuring greater safety and effectiveness in medical care, according to the researcher.