BPharm, MPH, CEPH, MBA, EBHC
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
Decoding a world of misinformation into Health Nuggets by Zina
"My name is Zina, and I'm passionate about empowering people to make informed choices about their health. HNZ is my invitation to you, a space where we can explore the fascinating world of well-being together. Join me as we dive into the latest research, debunk common myths, and discover actionable tips for your personal health journey."
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Zina's journey through various health settings, from international NGOs to pharmaceutical research and corporate life, across Africa, West Asia and Europe gave her a unique perspective and a treasure trove of knowledge; weaving a tapestry of experience that's as rich as it is diverse.
Zina is a passionate public health practitioner and researcher. She has donned boots on the ground and joined many international organizations such as Doctors Without Borders (MSF), Plan International, Action against Hunger (ACH) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). She has a pharmacy background and holds a Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) majoring Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine from the American University in Beirut (AUB); and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from London School for Business and Finance (LSBF).
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She worked as a Clinical Consultant for Beckton Dickson. Her role was to educate healthcare workers and physicians on best practices based on evidence and international guidelines. She ensures accurate delivery of health information in an ethical unbiased form. She conducted more than 100 trainings and workshops for hospitals in the Middle East and North Africa; focusing on Infection Control (IC) as well as occupational safety for healthcare workers and during handling of hazardous drugs. She is currently a licensed health practitioner at the National Society of Health Coaches.
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Zina has executed several medical documents and studies for many multinational pharmaceutical companies such as Pfizer, Novartis, Eli Lilly, AstraZeneca, Abbott, Merck, Roche, Amgen, Sanofi, NovoNordisk, Bayer, Johnson & Johnson, Takeeda, Mundi Pharma, New Bridge. and many others. Other organizations/academic institutions include but are not limited to Almarai, King Faisal Specialists Hospital, Oncology Center of King Abdullah Medical City, Centre D'etudes Et De Documentation Economiques Juridiques Et Sociales (CEDEJ), American University of Beirut (AUB) and Ain Shams University.
Therapeutic areas tackled in these documents included oncology, gastroenterology, diabetology, neurology, immunology, nephrology, dermatology, cardiology, ophthalmology, rare diseases, nutrition, hematology, respiratory and orthopaedics.
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"After years working for the pharmaceutical industry, I encountered how patients struggle to navigate the complexities of their treatment plan. This ignited my passion to empower and equip individuals with knowledge and tools to promote their health and well-being."
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She participated as “Speaker” in multiple global meetings for the United Nations as well as Global Experts Conferences for Public Health. She also developed and published many health-related writings for raising awareness and promoting health, for both professional and lay audiences. Her passion for ethical, unbiased health health information shines through all her work.
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Zina is a health alchemist, transforming complex medical research into shimmering nuggets of actionable knowledge. This public health guru has a genuine desire and expertise to empower people to take charge of their well-being; despite the confusing headlines and overwhelming amount of "advice" people face daily.
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"I've seen firsthand the confusion and frustration people face navigating the health world. HNZ is my way to bring global knowledge to your access, simplify the complex, and empower you to take charge of your own health journey."