Health Systems Global Welcomes its New Board Members

Health Systems Global (HSG) is thrilled to announce the addition of four health experts to its Board, each bringing extensive experience and a shared commitment to advancing equitable health systems worldwide.

We’re also pleased to announce the re-election of Prof Tolib Mirzoev, a health policy and systems researcher and Professor of Global Health Policy at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Dr Ana B. Amaya Associate Professor at Pace University with appointments at the United Nations University (UNU-CRIS) and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Dr Francisco Oviedo, Doctor in Medicine and a Master in Public Health by the University of Costa Rica. Dr Felix Obi a health policy and systems researcher and practitioner and an advocate for universal health coverage. And Dr Racha Fadlallah Senior Scientific Officer and Instructor of Public Health Practice at the Knowledge to Policy Center and a systematic reviewer at the Center for Systematic Review on Health Policy and Systems (SPARK) at American University of Beirut, Lebanon

Our new Board members are listed below.

Karen Ann Grépin joins from the University of Hong Kong, where she is an Associate Professor at the School of Public Health, University of Hong Kong. Known for her work on health policy and systems research, Grépin has focused on innovative ways to improve public health in low- and middle-income countries, making her a valuable asset for Health Systems Global’s mission.

Ramon Lorenzo Luis (Renzo) R. Guinto, MD, DrPH, an Associate Professor of Global and Planetary Health at SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (SDGHI) at Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, brings a unique perspective on the intersection of health and planetary sustainability. Dr. Guinto's expertise in global and planetary health aligns closely with HSG’s goals of fostering health systems that adapt to environmental challenges.

Rosemary Morgan, PhD, Associate Research Professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, also joins as Associate Chair of Inclusion, Diversity, Anti-Racism, and Equity (IDARE) for the International Health Department. Dr. Morgan is recognized globally for her contributions to health equity, and she also serves as co-Chief Editor for Social Sciences and Medicine – Health Systems, enhancing her contributions to HSG’s emphasis on inclusive health systems research.

Sara Ardila-Gómez, an Associate Researcher at Argentina’s National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET) and Associate Professor of Public Health and Mental Health Department, School of Psychology at the University of Buenos Aires’, completes the new cohort. With a focus on health psychology, Ardila-Gómez’s work integrates mental health within health systems, supporting HSG’s holistic approach to health care delivery.

 Health Systems Global is excited to work alongside this dynamic and diverse group of experts, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to improve equitable, resilient, and inclusive health systems that address global challenges and enhance the well-being of communities worldwide.

We extend a warm welcome to all our new and re-elected Board members as they join us in advancing our shared mission.