Amarjargal Dagvadorj

Biography

Amarjargal is a medical doctor and public health expert committed to pandemic preparedness, global health, and science policy. As a member of the Global Young Academy, she actively contributes to working groups dedicated to these crucial areas. Currently, Amarjargal oversees impactful programs at People in Need, ensuring scientific rigor in projects ranging from emergency response to climate resilience and good governance, all aimed at enhancing the well-being of mothers and children. Her scientific contributions have been recognized through her selection as a young physician leader by the 9th InterAcademy Partnership Programme at the World Health Summit in Berlin. Amarjargal’s background includes roles at the Parliament of Mongolia, Ottawa Hospital in Canada, and the National Center for Child Health and Development in Japan, and she holds a Ph.D. from Kyoto University and a Master’s degree in global health policy from the University of Tokyo.
Amarjargal’s previous work at the Parliamentary Research Institute includes conducting in-depth health policy research spanning topics from health system financing to international regulations of medicines. Additionally, she served as a sub-committee member contributing to the development of legislative bills on medicines and medical devices.
Recently, Amarjargal’s research has focused on ensuring health system preparedness to effectively navigate future outbreaks, as she has witnessed the challenges faced by global and national health systems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, Amarjargal is an advocate for tackling air pollution and environmental issues in her home country, and disseminating global scientific achievements locally and amplifying the scientific potential of her country.

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