Shalom Amha Mekasha
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ABOUT SHALOM
Master of Public Health Hometown: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE UNT Health COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH?
I chose UNTHSC college of public health because it is located in a campus dedicated
for health sciences creating an invaluable opportunity to engage with other healthcare
professionals. As an international student, I was also looking for a diverse and engaging
community where I could learn and grow both personally and professionally. In addition,
I have found the college’s epidemiology program very interesting due to its emphasis
on internships and working on real world projects giving students a head start in
their public health career.
HOW DO YOU PLAN ON APPLYING THE KNOWLEDGE YOU GAIN TO YOUR FUTURE CAREER?
As a clinician and public health specialist, I plan to apply skills gained in research
design, data analysis, and visualization to translational researches. I aim to build
a career in clinical research. Focusing on various childhood diseases and treatment
plans to reduce morbidity and mortality of children. Ensuring that evidence-based
clinical research outcomes reach individuals and communities effectively. UpToDate
researches are vital to providing high quality medical care and I aim to be a leader
in this core healthcare field.