Notable Roles | - Lecturer, School of Public Health, University of Hong Kong |
Key Recognition | - Steering Committee Member, Science in Exile Initiative (UNESCO, TWAS, ISC) |
Background and Early Foundations
Dr. Phyu Phyu Thin Zaw is a medical doctor, epidemiologist, and health systems specialist from Myanmar. She obtained her MBBS from the University of Medicine, Mandalay, followed by a PhD in Epidemiology from Prince of Songkla University, Thailand. She furthered her education with a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford. Her commitment to public health and policy led her to a WHO/HRP Career Development Fellowship at Stanford University’s Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center.
Career Milestones and Impact
Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
2014 | Served as a WHO/HRP Career Development Fellow at Stanford University. |
2018 | Completed Master of Public Policy at Oxford University. |
2021 | Appointed Lecturer at the School of Public Health, University of Hong Kong. |
2024 | Named Myanmar-Australia Visiting Fellow at University of Melbourne and Australian National University. |
- Academic Positions: Lecturer at the University of Hong Kong; Visiting Fellow at University of Melbourne and ANU.
- Leadership Roles: Head of School of Health at Spring University Myanmar; Steering Committee Member for Science in Exile Initiative.
- Research Interests: Global health, health policy, public health leadership in crisis settings, conflict medicine, medical education in crisis settings, gender differences, and health systems financing.
Leadership Style and Influence
Dr. Phyu Phyu Thin Zaw is recognized for her resilience and dedication to strengthening health systems amidst political turmoil. Her grassroots approach focuses on capacity-building for health workers in conflict-affected areas, emphasizing the importance of public health education and policy reform. Her work has been instrumental in advocating for ethical science and academic freedom in Myanmar.
Legacy and Future Focus
Dr. Thin Zaw’s contributions have significantly impacted public health education and policy in Myanmar and beyond. Her ongoing efforts aim to rebuild and strengthen fragmented health systems, promote gender equality, and advocate for human rights in healthcare. Through her roles in academia and international initiatives, she continues to inspire and lead in the field of public health.
