Mehwish Nisar

Dr. Mehwish Nisar is a medical doctor, researcher, and academic whose work bridges clinical practice, public health research, and higher education.

Her research expertise lies in mixed-methods approaches to chronic disease—particularly diabetes and health behaviours such as physical activity—with special emphasis on Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) populations. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, she spearheads initiatives that integrate mixed-methods research, co-design principles, implementation science, and consumer and community involvement in research to enhance health outcomes for CALD communities living with hearing loss. She is a committee member of the IH SIG, Public Health Australia.

As an Academic at UQ, Dr. Nisar leverages more than ten years of teaching experience gained across medical schools and tertiary institutions in Australia and internationally. Her dedication to high-quality university education is formally acknowledged through her recognition as an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA).

Central to Dr. Nisar's professional mission is the pursuit of health equity through culturally responsive, evidence-informed strategies. She offers comprehensive skills in research methodology, qualitative and quantitative analysis, knowledge translation, and fostering collaborative relationships with community-based organisations.