Breaking the 'barriers' in healthcare - a blog by Hazwan Najib, a MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student — Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford

Reclaiming Narratives and Creating Opportunities #BlackHistoryMonth

Dr. Adaku Jennifer Agwunobi’s journey as an academic, entrepreneur, and creative embodies this year’s Black History Month theme, Reclaiming Narratives. Through her research on health inequalities, advocacy for digital inclusion, and work in music, she challenges narrow definitions, striving to make space for diverse voices in underrepresented fields.

MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership alumni spotlight: Jehanzeb Ilahi and Suzanne Schmidt begin their DPhil in Primary Health Care

MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership (MGHL) cohort 1 alumni Jehanzeb Ilahi and Suzanne Schmidt are welcomed back to the department as they start their new journeys as DPhil students in Primary Health Care. Read this blog to hear about their MGHL programme experience, motivations for pursuing a DPhil, and advice for prospective students.

Sow, grow, succeed: 10 life lessons for new students

MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student Zoe Urban shares valuable lessons she learned from both gardening and education. She uses the metaphor of tending a garden to offer 10 practical tips and reflections for new students embarking on their Oxford journey. From recognising seasons of change to embracing failure and cultivating growth, Zoe’s reflections provide thoughtful guidance for those looking to thrive in their studies and beyond.

Learning from COVID-19: Refining health policies for effective Mpox control

In his latest thought-provoking analysis, MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student Olukayode (Kayode) Fasominu dissects the intricate dance between policy decisions and on-the-ground consequences for healthcare delivery. He offers a fresh, student's-eye view on how lessons learned from our global COVID-19 response could revolutionise our approach to Mpox and future health crises. Prepare to have your perspective challenged and expanded as this rising star in public health shares his cutting-edge insights.

Menopause Hormone Therapy and merchandise: why evidence matters

On World Menopause Day, Dr Anne-Marie Boylan discusses how women deserve better when it comes to options for supporting themselves through menopause.

World Food Day 2024: My journey into behavioural science and meat consumption

World Food Day highlights a pressing reality: food insecurity continues to affect millions around the world, exacerbated by climate change, inflation and geopolitical conflicts. In recognition of this year's World Food Day, DPhil student Elif Naz Çoker shares insights from her research and experiences of the DPhil in Primary Health Care programme. Elif is a member of the Sustainable Healthy Food Group within our Health Behaviours team, which focuses on developing policies and interventions that aim to foster healthier, more sustainable food environments, offering crucial steps toward a future where nutritious food is accessible to all.

Meeting the international pain research community: a medical student perspective

Dr. Stephanie Webb shares insights from presenting at the International Association for the Study of Pain World Congress, highlighting the importance of chronic pain research, the value of interdisciplinary collaboration, and the unique opportunities available to medical students engaging in research.

Shared vulnerability in leadership: Lessons from a year as class representative

Isaac Omari, an MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student and class representative, reflects on how shared vulnerability strengthened his cohort.

A path to equity: Fostering Inclusive Public Engagement in Health Research

Drawing on ongoing research into improving communication about menopause for women from South Asian backgrounds, Dr Yumna Masood explores strategies for engaging diverse communities and demonstrates how inclusive PPI practices can lead to more relevant research outcomes, potentially transforming healthcare access.

Transforming challenges into opportunities: how the pharmacy first service could strengthen clinical research and equity

Trial Managers, from the Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit (PC-CTU), share their experience of working with the Centre for Research Equity (CfRE) and community pharmacy to develop an innovative approach to primary care clinical research.

Venturing beyond the classroom: Navigating the global health corridors in Geneva

MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student David Castellanos shares his experience on a three-day trip to Geneva with a group of global health leaders and students from the University of Oxford's Global Health Society (OGHS).

Bringing fresh perspectives: Patient and Public Involvement panel members shadowing the writing of an academic paper

Writing and publishing research papers is a standard practice for disseminating research findings, but it can be a daunting prospect if you’re not familiar with the process. To shed light on how an academic paper is written, our Medical Sociology and Health Experience Research Group invited members of their PPI panel to follow the process of writing up the study findings, through to journal submission. Here, PPI lead Toto Gronlund reflects on their experience.

Uncovering the hidden benefits of research in General Practice

Healthcare advancements are driven by research and healthcare settings play a crucial role in this process by recruiting patients to take part. There's growing evidence that research-active hospitals show better patient outcomes, but the impact of research activity in primary care settings has been explored in as much detail. Here, Sophie Park, our Professor of Primary Care and Clinical Education discusses recent research she conducted with colleagues across the UK to examine the benefits of taking part in research for primary care practices.

'A dynamic, rewarding career at the forefront of healthcare': reimagining general practice

As the NHS grapples with an ageing population and its increasingly complex health needs, the shortage of general practitioners (GPs) required to serve them, reaches critical levels. Yet, paradoxically, fewer medical students are opting for careers in primary care. This troubling trend threatens the very foundation of our healthcare system and demands urgent attention.

Transforming healthcare communication at the eighth International Meeting on Conversation Analysis and Clinical Encounters 2024

Effective communication in healthcare settings is vital to ensure accurate and effective care is given to patients. Yet, too often, crucial information gets lost in translation between providers and patients. How can we ensure that every interaction in a clinical setting leads to better outcomes?

After the teleconsultation: can telepharmacy keep up?

The shift to healthcare appointments held over the phone has been quick. However for many patients in remote areas, the systems to access prescriptions have not kept pace. Here, Rebecca Payne, an out-of-hours GP for the Orkney Islands, discusses her experiences and new research into how international solutions that could improve telepharmacy.

My journey in evidence-based health care at Oxford

Angela Difeng Wu shares her journey in evidence-based health care and experience in the department, from achieving her DPhil in Primary Health Care to leading on the new Health Behaviour Change short course, due to run in November 2024.

Beachside bites and big ideas: shaping UK food policy in Bridlington

Researchers in our COPPER study are working to find food subsidies and taxes that could make healthier and sustainable foods more affordable in the UK. Using funding from the University's Medical Sciences Division Participatory Research Seed Fund, the team canvassed the people of Bridlington to find out what the public think.

Internship spotlight: Sam Rolfe’s path into primary care research

Sam Rolfe, a University College London (UCL) medical student and upcoming National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) intern in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS), shares his passion for primary care research and how this internship could shape his future career aspirations.

Gentle reminders: are they gentle?

Isra AlBastaki, a current MSc student in Global Healthcare Leadership, explores the nuances of gentle reminders and diverse communication approaches. Her insights shed light on a critical aspect of healthcare communications.

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