Patrick Doyle
About Patrick Doyle
Patrick Doyle serves as the Regional Vice President of Operations at Brightview Senior Living, where he has worked since 2014. He holds a Ph.D. in Gerontology and has experience as an adjunct professor and researcher in various academic institutions.
Work at Brightview Senior Living
Patrick Doyle serves as the Regional Vice President of Operations at Brightview Senior Living, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he oversees operations within the organization, focusing on enhancing the quality of care for residents. He is actively involved in the 'Social Environments of People with Dementia in Long-term Care' project, which aims to improve the living conditions for individuals with dementia. Doyle conducts participant observations and ethnographic interviews with assisted living staff, family members, and residents to gather insights that inform best practices in dementia care.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Doyle holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology with a minor in Biology from Rhode Island College, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, earning a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Applied Sociology from 2007 to 2010, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Gerontology from 2007 to 2012. His academic background supports his expertise in gerontology and dementia care, which he applies in his current role.
Background
Doyle's professional background includes various academic and research positions. He worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Rhode Island College from 2004 to 2006 and later as a Research Assistant at the University of Maryland Baltimore County from 2007 to 2009. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at both the University of Maryland Baltimore County from 2010 to 2012 and at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing since 2017. Additionally, he was an Assistant Professor of Gerontology at Bowling Green State University from 2012 to 2014.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Patrick Doyle has contributed to various research initiatives and projects focused on dementia care. His involvement in the 'Social Environments of People with Dementia in Long-term Care' project at Brightview Senior Living highlights his commitment to improving the quality of life for residents with dementia. His academic roles and research experiences have equipped him with valuable insights that he applies in his operational leadership at Brightview Senior Living.