Dr Mehwish Nisar

Dr. Mehwish Nisar is a trained medical doctor, researcher, and academic with a rich background in both clinical practice and higher education. With over a decade of teaching experience in tertiary institutions and medical schools across Australia and internationally, she brings extensive expertise in healthcare education and research.

Specialising in mixed-methods co-design studies, Dr. Nisar's research focuses on chronic diseases, especially diabetes and health behaviours with a strong emphasis on implementation science. She currently serves as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the UQ School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, leading a project dedicated to improving health outcomes for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities. Dr. Nisar earned her Ph.D. in Public Health from the University of Queensland, where her research explored chronic diseases and lifestyle risk factors among immigrant populations. Based on her expertise in migrant health advocate, she is featured in the United Nations Migration Health and Development Research Initiative (MHADRI) portal, recognising her contributions to advancing knowledge in this critical area.

Her skill set includes effectively communicating complex health information, conducting data analysis, designing research projects, and developing public health awareness materials. She is also proficient in various research software and has played a key role in course design and student mentorship. An active member of multiple professional associations and community organizations, Dr. Nisar is committed to fostering meaningful collaborations with communities and stakeholders. Her mission is to bridge healthcare gaps and promote global health equity through evidence-based research and innovative public health initiatives.

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