Dr. Carol Hartmann

Carol Hartmann is an academic anatomist whose work bridges anatomical science, health professions education, and clinical relevance within the South African context. Affiliated with the University of the Witwatersrand, her scholarship reflects a strong commitment to anatomy as both a foundational biomedical discipline and a deeply human educational experience.

Her research explores students’ emotional and cultural responses to human dissection, highlighting themes of belief systems, respect for donors, and peer-supported coping. She has also examined the professional development needs of early career anatomists internationally, advocating for mentorship, collaboration, and structured academic support to sustain the discipline.

Complementing her educational research, Hartmann has contributed to applied and clinical anatomy, including studies on arterial variations and wound healing models. This combination of pedagogical insight and anatomical expertise underscores her role in advancing both anatomical knowledge and reflective, ethically grounded health sciences education.