studentsGraduates (Doctoral program)
Introduction of Graduates (Doctoral program)
CHAYVANGMANH VIXAYYANG
| from | Lao PDR |
| Qualification | BA in Medical Doctor, Master of Public Health, a Ph.D. candidate in Global Health Sciences |
| Hobby | Play guitar, singing |
| Country visited | Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, USA, Japan |
| Research area | Public health, Health policy, Global Health |
I have been working in the Department of Healthcare and Rehabilitation, Ministry of Health since 2012.
From 2005-2011 I studied at the University of Health Science Lao PDR, In 2016 I got a scholarship to study in China, and In 2022 I got a scholarship to study in Japan, Studying in Japan is my dream and I will take this opportunity to learn from my supervisor and my colleagues during my study in University of the Ryukyus. I will utilize the knowledge gained from Japan to apply to my country upon a graduate.
Tracey Elizabeth Claire Jones
Infectious Disease ControlManami Uehara
Manami Uehara
| Country | Okinawa, Japan |
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| Qualifications | Nursing, Public Health Nurse, Midwife, MPH |
| Hobby | Dancing salsa, traveling, playing with my children |
| Area of reserach interests | Maternal and child health, utilization of women's group in low-resource setting countries, measurement and evaluation |
Personal History
After recieving a bachloer's degree in Health Sciences at the University of the Ryukyus, I worked as a midwife at a local hospital. Having always been interested in working in the field of maternal and child health globally, I decided to earn master's degree in public health. I studied at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and earned a Masters in Public Health in 2012. After graduating from UNC, I stayed home and enjoyed raising two children for three years before moving back to Okinawa. While working in the Department of Nursing at the University of the Ryukyus, I met Professor Kobayashi and was inspired by his work to continue my studies and pursue a PhD with a focus on improving maternal and child health in low-resource settings.
Message
Our department has a nice atmosphere, and I learn new things every day through active discussions. We have many opportunities in this department. Through my doctoral course, I want to become a researcher who can ''think globally and act locally''.
Keiji MOCHIDA
| Country | Japan |
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| Qualifications | Master of Public Health and Master of Economics |
| Hobby | Running |
| Visited countries | Thailand, South Sudan, South Africa, Zambia, Angola, Senegal etc. |
| Interests | Social Security & Health Coverage, Health Policy & Economics |
Personal History
After studied Social Welfare for my Bachler’s degree, I worked in Thailand to support people living with HIV/AIDS. Completing 2 Master degrees: Public Health and Economics, I have been involved in global health projects, which are supported by JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency).
Message
Fortunately, I have had chances to be involved in some projects in countries in Asia and Africa, and I encountered a lot of “why?” there. To reach these inquiries, I joined to Department of Global Health, whose policies are “both practical and research perspectives” and “health and well-fare from wide perspectives”. After I learn and graduate from this school, I hope to contribute global health and well-being of people by utilizing my academic knowledge and experience.
Natsuki Yoshida
| Country | Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
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| Qualification | Physician |
| Hobby | looking at sunset at the beach |
| Visited Countries | Thailand,Myanmar,Cambodia,Vietnam,Singapore,Mongolia |
| Interest | maternal and child health,adolescent health,school health,poverty, education |
Personal History
After graduating from the Faculty of Medicine of the Tsukuba University, I worked as a resident in Tokyo.
Then I returned to Okinawa, I worked as a neonatologist in the Nanbu Child Medical Center for 4 years.
Message
Hello. I started studying global health I had been interested in for some time.
It is a new challenge for me. I am a beginner but I will do my best.
