Hana J. Abukhadijah
Epidemiologist Hamad Medical Corporation
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I am an Epidemiologist at the Clinical Trials Unit, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC).
Being born and raised in Qatar; my academic journey reflects Qatar’s investment in building local expertise, and today I contribute back through rigorous research and scientific leadership.What began as a dream became possible through the unwavering support of Qatar’s leading institutions.
I was sponsored by HMC and granted a scholarship to study Pharmacy, and later sponsored by Qatar University and granted a scholarship to pursue Public Health, I graduated with honors across both programs. Building on this foundation, I chose to pursue a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology to equip myself to lead research that drives HMC’s mission forward and positions Qatar as a hub for scientific excellence.
I serve as a Senior Collaborator with the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study, contributing to multiple high-impact publications in The Lancet and related journals. With a background in Pharmacy and Epidemiology, I bring a cross-disciplinary perspective to the design, analysis, and interpretation of public health research. Beyond my GBD work, I am also a member of the REDCap team at HMC, where I design clinical registries and clinical trials that strengthen research infrastructure and ensure robust, high-quality research.
My role at HMC allows me to bridge global insights with national health priorities in Qatar. I am passionate about mentorship, knowledge translation, and applying complex epidemiological evidence to real-world decision-making. Whether through manuscript development, GBD critique, data analysis, or mentoring
