The Forum brings together a talented and diverse group of staff, collaborators, students and others committed to improving health outcomes through collective problem-solving. Connect with us by emailing forum@mcmaster.ca or find our personal contact information in our profiles.
Core team
The Forum supports health-system leaders and citizens around the world who want to use the best available research evidence to strengthen health systems and get the right programs, services and drugs to those who need them. Now with Forum+ we’ll be doing this in the area of social systems as well. Our core team leads and supports this work.
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
ForumLab team (current and alumni)
The ForumLab undertakes cutting edge research and research synthesis about how to support the use of research evidence in health systems, and it trains students and researchers to undertake such work. In addition to members of the Forum’s core team, the ForumLab team includes many collaborating investigators and talented students.
Students
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Alumni
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Adjunct faculty (current and alumni)
Adjunct faculty
Working with the McMaster Health Forum are leaders in the field of timely, demand-driven evidence support and related fields.
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Adjunct faculty alumni
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Visiting leaders (current and alumni)
Are you interested in collaborating and sharing experiences with, and learning from, the Forum team? Contact us at forum@mcmaster.ca to find out more about opportunities to spend time with us.
Visiting leaders
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Visiting leaders alumni
Our past visiting leaders have come from around the world, offering unique perspectives from both academic and public policy arenas.
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Global Skills Opportunity awardees (alumni)
Awardees - 2024
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Awardees - 2023
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Awardees - 2022
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Queen Elizabeth Scholars in Strengthening Health and Social Systems (alumni)
Scholars - 2023
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Scholars - 2022
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Scholars - 2019
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Scholars - 2018
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Scholars - 2017
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Scholars - 2016
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows (alumni)
Our Fellows Program allowed McMaster students to study while also participating actively in the Forum. Fellows were exposed to influential doers and thinkers, contributed to Forum products and events, and completed an internship in a government ministry or an international agency such as the World Health Organization. While these bios reflect the accomplishments of the students at the time of their Fellowship, we’re thrilled that many have gone on to pursue illustrious careers in a wide range of fields.
Learn more about our Fellowship program.
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2015 - 2016
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2014 - 2015
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2013 - 2014
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2012 - 2013
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2011 - 2012
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2011
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2010 - 2011
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2009 - 2010
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
Fellows 2009
Padmaja Sreeram
BHSc Student
Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems
At the time of the Forum Fellowship and QE Scholarship, Padmaja was an undergraduate student pursuing a Global Health Specialization in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program. She gained a deep appreciation for system-level approaches to tackling pressing health challenges through her extensive experience in health systems research a Research Assistant in the ForumLab, McMaster Health Forum Fellow, and an Outbound Queen Elizabeth Scholar.
Over her time at the Forum, Padmaja conducted rapid reviews of evidence through the rapid response program, supported the maintenance and evaluation of Health Systems Evidence, translated evidence into plain language summaries, and improved student engagement with health system challenges.
At the NSW Ministry of Health in Sydney, Australia, Padmaja gained unique insight into the nature of health policy development, health system decision-making, and evidence-based state-wide evaluations of government programs. Padmaja shadowed senior government officials, observed daily processes within the government, and led a series of projects to strengthen research-policy linkages.
Padmaja was excited to build upon her Ministry experience at the research-policy interface by combining her interests in advocacy, innovation, strategic planning, and population health in addressing health inequities moving forward.
- 2017
- Past Fellows 2016-2017
- Queen Elizabeth Scholars in strengthening health and social systems
- McMaster Forum
