Public Health and Healthcare Systems

Dr. Leslie C. Griffin is the William S. Boyd Professor of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law. Professor Griffin, who teaches constitutional law, is known for her interdisciplinary work in law and religion. Her textbook, Practicing Bioethics Law (2d ed. 2021) is co-authored with Joan H. Krause, Dan K. Moore Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of North Carolina School of Law. She wrote the recent book chapter, Bambi Trauma—Surviving TBI Twice, in Traumatic Brain Injury—Challenges (Dr. Ioannis Mavroudis & Alin Ciobica, eds., IntechOpen, 2024), She holds a Yale Ph.D. in Religious Studies and a Stanford J.D.

Maria Fernanda Tobar Blandón is a Health Professional in Occupational Therapy and a Specialist in Health Auditing. She holds a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Valle and is a PhD candidate in Public Health with a focus on Health Systems and Services at the University of Business and Social Sciences (UCES) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She currently teaches postgraduate programs in Epidemiology, Public Health, and Health Management at the University of Valle’s School of Public Health. Her expertise includes Health Systems and Services.

Maria has served as an international professor at the Scientific University of the South in Peru and as a visiting professor at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, and Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, USA. She leads R&D in Cancer at the University of Valle and has directed numerous health system audits and public policy formulations in Colombia, including policies on Disability, Aging, Mental Health, and Cancer Care.

Professor Dr. Mohammad Kamil, a distinguished expert in Traditional, Complementary, and Alternative Medicine (TCAM), holds numerous academic and professional titles, including Chartered Chemist (U.K.) and Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, London. He has held various prominent roles, including Professor and Head at Zayed Complex for Herbal Research and Traditional Medicine (UAE), and currently serves as Director General of Lotus Holistic Healthcare Institute in Abu Dhabi. With over 700 research papers, Dr. Kamil has contributed extensively to Unani Medicine and herbal research. He has collaborated with the WHO on several projects, authored books on medicinal plants, and supervised 34 Ph.D. and M.Phil. students. Dr. Kamil has been recognized globally with numerous prestigious awards, including the First Sheikh Zayed International TCAM Award (2020). A global ambassador for TCAM, he has chaired international scientific sessions, authored several books, and received a 10-year UAE Golden Visa for his contributions.

Vitor Alves Marques is physical education by profession, he holds licenciaded in Physical Education,doctor and master in Health Science at the Federal University of Goias, post-doctoral student and its dissertation is about the effects of chemotherapy treatment on muscle performance in women with breast cancer in the year 2018. The thesis is about mental health in breast cancer survivors in 2022 He is member the Laboratory of Physiology of the Exercise and Nutrition and Healthy at the Federal University of Goias (LAFINS/UFG) and also is member the Laboratory of Analyzes of Human Moviment (LAMOVH/UFG)

Kiersten Hawes, Ph.D., LPC-MHSP, ACS Clinical Director of BRAIN Center Trauma Counseling Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital Dr. Kiersten Hawes is currently the Clinical Director of BRAIN Center Trauma Counseling Services at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. BRAIN Center is a collaborative of clinicians and researchers that aims to advance evidence-based interventions and counseling services to treat children and families after enduring a traumatic injury. Dr. Hawes oversees and trains graduate students and licensed clinicians in evidenced based and trauma-informed interventions focused on improving pediatric mental health and well-being. She made primary contributions to publications in the Journal of Trauma Surgery and Acute Care, Journal of Medical Research Archives, and Journal of Child Adolescent Trauma on the integration of behavioral health services in pediatric hospital settings. Dr. Hawes holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis. She received a B.S. in Psychology at Spelman College. Dr. Hawes is a licensed therapist mental health service provider with over a decade of experience conducting individual, couples, group, and family therapy in hospital, community, university, and psychiatric inpatient and outpatient settings. She is passionate about advocating for equitable mental health services for diverse populations in settings where patients and families are most vulnerable on a global scale.

Mr. Rajiv Nath serves as the Managing Director of Hindustan Syringes & Medical Devices Ltd. (HMD) and is a prominent figure in the Indian medical device industry. He is the President of the All India Syringes & Needles Manufacturing Association (AISNMA) and the Founder and Forum Coordinator of the Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD), which unites over 350 medical device manufacturers on a single platform. Under his leadership, HMD has established its disposable syringe brand “DISPOVAN” as a market leader in India. AiMeD represents more than 400 manufacturers and addresses industry challenges, advocating for the interests of over 1,200 stakeholders. Mr. Nath also holds multiple key positions, including Joint Coordinator of the Indian Medical Device Regulatory Review Group and Board Member of the Kalam Institute of Healthcare Technology. An accomplished global traveler, he has attended numerous international meetings related to health standards and technology development.

Associate professor, PhD. Liana Stanca is a distinguished researcher and professor specializing in digital transformation, sustainable education, and data analytics in business and healthcare systems. Her research portfolio demonstrates extensive expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis, with significant contributions to understanding consumer behavior, digital transformation, and sustainable practices in various sectors. She has published influential works in prestigious journals including the Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services, Sustainability, and Frontiers in Environmental Science. Her recent research focuses on healthcare systems optimization through data analytics and digital innovation, with particular emphasis on knowledge co-creation and sustainable practices. Dr. Stanca has made notable contributions to understanding organizational behavior during crisis periods, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and has developed innovative approaches to data visualization and decision-making tools in healthcare management.

 

Dr. Khatia Otarashvili is an accomplished medical doctor and healthcare professional with a robust background in medicine and public health. A graduate of Tbilisi State Medical University, she has practiced as a medical doctor, bringing valuable clinical experience to her public health endeavors. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Public Health and pursuing doctoral research, she combines her expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods to address critical issues in public health. Dr. Khatia is a lecturer in medicine & healthcare and public health at European University and Alte University, where she also delivers lectures on biomedical and medical research. She holds a Master's in Healthcare Management and is dedicated to advancing public health through research and education.

Isabella Giulia Franzoi, Ph.D., Psy.D., is a distinguished researcher in Clinical Psychology at the University of Turin. With a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, she combines her expertise as a psychologist and psychotherapist with a deep commitment to advancing the field. Dr. Franzoi is also a co-founder and board member of La.To.Psi – Laboratorio Torinese di Psicologia Clinica e Psicoterapia, a notable academic spin-off dedicated to clinical psychology and psychotherapy in Turin.

Her research spans several critical areas, including the psychological impacts of environmental and occupational exposure, particularly in contaminated sites. She is also focused on designing and evaluating clinical psychology and psychotherapy interventions within academic and healthcare environments. Additionally, Dr. Franzoi explores mental health among college students, investigating both risk and protective factors. Her work extends to affect regulation and psychological functioning in organic diseases, with a special emphasis on oncological and psychosomatic conditions.

Prof. Dr. Doreen Rosenstrauch, MD, PhD, MPA-HCA, RN, FAHA, FACHE, is the founder of the DrDoRo® Institute, an acclaimed global healthcare consulting firm established in 2008. With a holistic approach to health, she provides transformative consultancy and advisory services, championing the safe and ethical use of AI in healthcare and education. Dr. Rosenstrauch is dedicated to the belief that health is true wealth and is passionate about mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders. She leverages technology to enhance patient-centric and student-centric services. Board-certified in Healthcare Management by the American College of Healthcare Executives, she is also a Certified Health Coach Professional and holds a certification in Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in Medicine and Healthcare from the American Board of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine. Her accolades include U.S. Citizenship in the Category EB 1 for Outstanding Professors and Researchers, and awards for Health Consulting and Global Digital Healthcare Innovation.

Professor Gilles-Eric Séralini, born in 1960, is a distinguished French researcher known for his influential work on the health impacts of pesticides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Since 1991, he has been a full professor of molecular biology and toxicology at the University of Caen, specializing in the risks of GMOs and pesticides, and consulting for over 20 countries. His pioneering research has uncovered significant hidden toxicities, leading to over 150 scientific papers and ten books.

Séralini has faced defamation and legal battles with powerful lobbies, winning seven court cases between 2011 and 2017. Despite ongoing challenges, he remains a leading advocate for further research before GMO commercialization. He has served on French governmental commissions, advised the EU, and co-founded CRIIGEN and Toxic Secrets. His awards include the Whistleblower Award (2015), Theo Colborn Award (2016), and Healthy Community Hero Award (2018).

Dr. Mary Anbarasi Johnson, PhD(N), MBA, M.A. (Pub. Adm), FSASS, FRAEL, FMERC, FMERU, FIOASD, M.PW (U.S), is a distinguished professor and Head of the Pediatric Nursing Department at CMC Vellore. With a robust background as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in PICU and Assistant Professor in the U.S., she has gained invaluable experience in diverse healthcare settings, including serving as Assistant Director of Nursing in Saudi Arabia's Armed Forces Hospitals. A dedicated educator, she has contributed to quality assurance and staff training at CMC Vellore, served on the Institutional Research Board, and been actively involved in national health projects. Dr. Johnson has published over 70 articles, presented at 30 conferences, and edited several books. Recently honored with multiple awards, including the Life Achievement Award by SAHEI, she credits her success to her faith in God and the support of her family, mentors, and colleagues.

Dr. Kalliopi Megari is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Academic Director of the MSc in Clinical Psychology at City College, University of York, Europe Campus. She is also an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Western Macedonia and a clinical supervisor. With degrees in Nursing, Psychology, and Neuropsychology, Dr. Megari specializes in Clinical Neuropsychology, Psychological Assessment, and Learning Disabilities. Her work spans clinical and research practices, focusing on neurological, psychiatric, and cognitive disorders, as well as chronic diseases like cancer and cardiovascular conditions. She heads the Centre for Creative Activities for individuals with disabilities and works as a counseling psychologist in Diavata Prison. Dr. Megari has held significant roles, including Global Engagement Representative for the SLC International Neuropsychological Society, and is currently a member of several prestigious committees, including the International Neuropsychological Society and the American Psychological Association.