Elias Teferi Bala | public health | Best Researcher Award

Ā Dr. Elias Teferi Bala | public health| Best Researcher Award

šŸŒŸProfile Summary

šŸŒĀ  Elias Teferi (PhD) is an accomplished public health professional with over two decades of diverse experience. Born in Yubdo, West Wollega, in 1976, he holds a rich academic background, including a PhD in Public Health from UNISA, a Master’s in Public Health from Jimma University, and a BSC in Public Health. Additionally, he has a qualification in Clinical Nursing from Nekemte Nursing School. Fluent in Afan Oromo, Amharic, and English, Dr. Teferi has a comprehensive skill set that extends to both quantitative and qualitative research.

šŸŽ“ With a career spanning various roles, he served as a district health department head for four years, bringing leadership expertise to the forefront. His academic journey led him to a 12-year tenure as an Associate Professor of Reproductive Health at Ambo University. Dr. Teferi has been the Director of Continuing Professional Development for the past three years, showcasing his commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth.

šŸŒProfessional Profiles

šŸ” Professional Background

Academic Rank: Associate Professor at Ambo University. Education: Ph.D. in Public Health (UNISA), Masters in Public Health (Jimma University), B.Sc. in Public Health (Jimma University), Clinical Nursing (Nekemte Nursing School). Experience: More than 20 years in various roles, including District Health Department Head, Department Head at Ambo University, and currently serving as the Director of Continuing Professional Development for the last 3 years.

šŸ’” Research Expertise

My research focus has been on reproductive health, including maternal and child health, adolescent sexual and reproductive health, and risky sexual behavior. I have successfully conducted and published over 25 research projects in reputable international journals.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Teaching Experience

I have been an instructor at different private university colleges for six years, contributing to the education of future healthcare professionals.

šŸŒ Leadership Roles

Having served as a District Health Department Head for 4 years, Department Head at Ambo University for 1.5 years, and currently as the Director of Continuing Professional Development, I possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in managing health-related departments.

šŸ“š Training and Development

I have actively participated in and conducted training programs on various health topics, including STI management, HIV testing and counseling, family planning, and environmental health.

šŸ“ˆ Professional Development

With a commitment to continuous learning, I have completed short course training in different computer software programs, enhancing my technical skills.

šŸ“ Publications

I have made significant contributions to the field with over 25 published research articles on reproductive health issues in international journals.

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

Caregivers’ knowledge, practice, and associated factors toward oral rehydration salt with zinc to treat diarrhea among under 5 children in Burayu town, Oromia, Ethiopia, 2022: Cross-sectional study: An implication for action

Contextualizing a framework for improving postnatal care in Ethiopia

Safe menstrual hygiene management practice and associated factors among female adolescent students at high schools in central Ethiopia: A mixedā€“method study

Knowledge, practice, and associated factors towards postoperative wound care among nurses working in public hospitals in Ethiopia: A multicenter cross-sectional study in low resource setting area

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Toward Cervical Cancer Screening Among Women Attending Health Facilities in Central Ethiopia

Prevalence of Cervical Cancer and Associated Factors Among Women Attended Cervical Cancer Screening Center at Gahandi Memorial Hospital, Ethiopia

Maternal satisfaction and factors associated with institutional delivery care in central ethiopia: A mixed study

Bilkis Banu | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Bilkis Banu | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

 

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šŸŒ Professional Profiles

šŸŽ“ Education

PhD (2023): Heidelberg Institute of Global Health, University of Heidelberg, Germany Master of Public Health (MPH – 2009): North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh GPA: 3.73 Master of Science (MSc) in Food and Nutrition (2001 – held in 2004): University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh Result: 1st Class 1st Position Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Food and Nutrition (2000 – held in 2002): University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh Result: 1st Class 4th Position Higher Secondary Certificate (HSc – 1997): College: Ideal School & College, Dhaka Result: 1st Division (72.3% marks) Secondary School Certificate (SSc – 1995): School: Narayanganj Govt. Girlsā€™ High School, Dhaka Result: 1st Division* (85.9% marks)

šŸ”¬ Training

‘Advanced Epidemiology and Biostatistics’ – MDISS Course, Institute of Public Health, Heidelberg University, Germany. ‘Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation for Social & Behavioral Change Communication Programs.’ ‘How to design Scientific figures’ – Graduate Academy, Heidelberg University, Germany. ‘Academic Discussion Skills’ – Graduate Academy, Heidelberg University, Germany ‘How to avoid Plagiarism’ – Graduate Academy, Heidelberg University, Germany. ‘Good Scientific Practice’ – Graduate Academy, Heidelberg University, Germany. ‘Message Development for Tobacco Control Program in Bangladesh’ – Bangladesh Center for Communication Programs Dhaka, Bangladesh. ‘Strategic Communication’ – Bangladesh Center for Communication Programs, Dhaka, Bangladesh. ‘Universal Health Coverage’ – Center of Excellence for Universal Health Coverage, James P Grant School of Public Health, Dhaka, Bangladesh. ‘Measuring and Monitoring Health Equity using ADePT Health’ – Center of Excellence for Universal Health Coverage and The World Bank, Dhaka, Bangladesh. ‘Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS)’ – Society of Advanced Health Learning, Dhaka, Bangladesh. ‘Mother Support & Maternal Protection’ – Bangladesh Breast Feeding Foundation, Dhaka, Bangladesh. ‘Breast milk substitute (BMS) Code and BFHI monitoring’ – Bangladesh Breast Feeding Foundation, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ’¼ Professional Experience

Assistant Professor (September 2018 – September 2021): Department of Public Health, Northern University Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Assistant Professor and Head (01 July 2017 – 10 September 2018): Department of Health Promotion and Health Education, Faculty of Public Health, Bangladesh University of Health Sciences, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Senior Lecturer (01 July 2013 – 30 June 2017): Department of Health Promotion and Health Education, Faculty of Public Health, Bangladesh University of Health Sciences, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Project Manager (01 April 2013 – 30 July 2018): World Diabetes Foundation funded Project ā€˜Combating Gestational Mellitusā€™, Diabetic Association of Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Lecturer (01 April 2010 – 30 June 2013): Department of Health Promotion and Health Education, Faculty of Public Health, Bangladesh University of Health Sciences, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Training Coordinator (01 June 2006 – 30 March 2010): Health System, Health Care Development Project, Diabetic Association of Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Research Positions (2004 – 2005): Research Assistant, Monitoring Utilization of health, Nutrition and Population Services by the Poor, ICDDR, B/BRAC/MOHFW Collaborative Project, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Research Fellow, Clinical Sciences Division, International Center for Diarrheal Disease Research (ICDDR, B), Dhaka, Bangladesh. Research Assistant, Population Science Division, International Center for Diarrheal Disease Research (ICDDR, B), Dhaka, Bangladesh. Research Officer, Bangladesh Breast Feeding Foundation (BBF), Dhaka, Bangladesh.

 

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

Astute exploration of collective mental health events among the residents of elderly care homesImpacts of nursery-based propagation and out-planting on coral-associated bacterial communities
Willingness to Vaccinate against COVID-19 among Bangladeshi Sanitation and Waste Workers: Workplace Setting Approach to Maximize Vaccination Coverage
Effects of traditional versus m-Health educational interventions for diabetic patients: a randomised controlled trial in peripheral district of Bangladesh
Unmet supportive care needs and predictor of breast cancer patients in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study
COVID-19 and Bangladeshi health professionals: Infection status, vaccination and its immediate health consequences
Infection and vaccination status of COVID-19 among healthcare professionals in academic platform: Prevision vs. reality of Bangladesh context
Compliance on existing WASH facilities in community clinics of Bangladesh: A comparative study
A Systematic Review on Knowledge-Attitude-Practice on diabetes: Assessment Process and Outcome Levels
Factors Associated With Health Complaints Among Leather Tannery Workers in Bangladesh
Concurrent field practice act as an efficient teaching pedagogy to originate public health professionals: A Bangladesh context