Intimaa AbuHelou

Designed survey and developed research protocol for assessing perceived discrimination among patients with head and neck cancer
Coordinated survey dissemination, ensuring ethical guidelines and participant confidentiality
Managed data collection and will actively participate in data analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods
Responsible for representing research findings through presentations and effectively communicating outcomes
Collaborating on formulating evidence-based recommendations for future interventions based on research findings

Developed and designed culturally-sensitive surveys tailored to the Somali community, aimed at understanding vaccination attitudes and preventive health service needs
Conducted outreach and engaged with Somali community leaders and members to encourage survey participation, promoting community involvement and trust
Utilized quantitative and qualitative data collection methods to gather insights into vaccination perceptions, barriers, and opportunities for improvement
Conducted interviews and one-on-one meetings to gather qualitative data, capturing nuanced perspectives and experiences related to vaccinations and healthcare access
Conducted thematic and content analysis on the collected qualitative data, providing in-depth understanding of community health dynamics and priorities
Presented survey findings and insights to key stakeholders and participated in discussions to strategize future interventions and policies
Created public health communication materials, such as reports and infographics, to disseminate survey results and raise awareness about health disparities

Performed clinical assessment, diagnosis for oncology patients, and deliver the most suitable treatments according to their medical conditions
Routinely oversaw fun-educational days to provide patients and their families with information about the best oral hygiene practices and special precautions that may benefit them in dealing with dual and/or multiple diagnoses

Performed a 12-month requirement in all general dentistry sub-fields, with an emphasis on public health education and promotion in Gaza's Primary Health Care Centers (PHC)
Attended all required dental in-service training organized by the Dental Department in the Ministry of Health, to ensure that interns have the skills, and aptitude to remain competent healthcare professionals
Developed and presented curricula for primary schools' pupils to educate them in engaging ways about the importance of oral hygiene
Developed and maintained excellent dentist-community relationships

Designed and facilitated workshops to educate women about breast cancer and the importance of regular check-ups and preventive measures, as well as education on community healthcare services
Aided researchers in primary data collection surrounding the prevalence of breast cancer in the Gaza Strip

Provided emergency treatments for people with limited access to first responders and preventative healthcare services

Founded the 'Student-Staff Partnership' program to empower new students and teaching staff to connect and collaborate as equal partners and mutual learners
Planned and coordinated oral health education and promotion programs for students from elementary school to university levels and in orphanages and elder communities
Planned and ran annual health campaigns for Oral Health Day, World Health Day, World Cancer Day, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Researched public health education projects funding opportunities and coordinated channels with donors as well as with partner organization