Careers in Global Health and Development I
Description & schedule
Summary
Dr. Santhosh Rajagopal - Paediatrician & Public Health Expert Dr. Santhosh Rajagopal is a paediatrician with over 20 years of experience in public health. He currently serves as a Surveillance Medical Officer for the World Health Organization’s Polio Eradication Program, where he leads vaccine campaigns, including the Pulse Polio and Measles-Rubella elimination efforts in India. In addition to his global health work, Dr. Rajagopal operates a clinic for children with special needs and is a published author and poet.
Professor Miller - Honorary Consultant Physician, Respiratory Medicine Specialist Professor Miller is an Honorary Consultant Physician specializing in respiratory medicine and an Associate Professor at the UCL Institute for Global Health. His research focuses on the respiratory complications of HIV, including Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia, tuberculosis, and ICU outcomes for HIV-infected patients. He also studies malignant pleural disease on a population level. Much of his work on tuberculosis is conducted in low- and middle-income countries, addressing the needs of underserved populations in resource-limited settings.
Learning objectives
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To understand the different career paths within the field of global health and gain insight into the roles of professionals working in public health policy, epidemiology, healthcare delivery, and global disease prevention.
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To explore the aspects related to child health and the importance of immunizations in a global health context, drawing from the experience of Dr. Santosh R Gopal.
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To gain knowledge about the complexities related to Tuberculosis (TB) and population health from the expert perspective of Dr. Robert Miller, and understand the challenges and opportunities it presents in global health.
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To engage in a comprehensive Q&A session with Dr. Gopal and Dr. Miller, allowing participants to clarify concepts, ask about career advice and discuss the current trends and issues in global health.
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To identify the necessary skills and qualifications for pursuing a global health career, and explore how one can contribute to the improvement of health conditions on a global scale.