Women in Global Health LEAD: A Conversation with Dr. Daksha Shah

Women in Global Health LEAD:

A Conversation with Dr. Daksha Shah

Dr. Daksha Shah,

Executive Health Officer for the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) & City TB Officer, Mumbai

In conversation with

Kate Dodson, Vice President of Global Health at the United Nations Foundation

Dr. Daksha Shah, Joint Executive Health Officer for the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) & City TB Officer, is a public health expert in strategic planning and project management; currently leading the TB control program in Mumbai, India. Dr. Shah has spearheaded private sector engagement and innovative project development for TB as a first model in the country; Developed unique CSR models for TB support; facilitated the use of Digital technology for monitoring. As a woman leader in public health, she has been instrumental in planning and implementing NCD programs in Mumbai and campaigned for promoting healthy lifestyles for its citizens.