Country of Residence
Discipline(s)
Institution
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Research Interests
- Public Health
- Global Health
- Humanitarian Health
- Health Equity
- Health Policy & Planning
- One Health
- Sustainable Development
- Social Determinants of Health
Live without pretending, love without depending, listen without defending, speak without offending
Biography
Peter is a multidisciplinary public health physician and a young humanitarian at heart. He bridges the gap by delivering primary health care to underserved communities while shaping evidence-based policies/practices and research to advance the health and well-being for all.
Peter’s work revolves around the intersection of public health, global health and humanitarian health. He is driven by a deep passion and dedication to health equity and sustainable development, firmly believing in leaving no one behind to pursue a brighter, healthier future.
Peter earned his medical degree from Manipal University and pursued further studies, obtaining a Master’s and Doctorate in Public Health from the University of Malaya. Additionally, he holds a Master’s in Medical Ethics and Law from King’s College London and a Master’s in Acute Medicine from the University of South Wales.
Awards
ASEAN – Australia One Health Fellowship Program 2023
Malaysia Acumen Fellow 2023
Atlantic Fellow for Health Equity 2020
Merck Foundation’s Corona Virus Response Scholarship 2020
Malaysian Federal Post-Graduate Training Scholarship 2015
King’s College London Summer School Scholarship 2013