Rizwana Biviji

Dr. Rizwana Biviji is an accomplished professional with a robust background in public health and a strong presence in academia. She earned her PhD in Health Policy and Management from Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indianapolis, and holds an M.S. in Nutrition Science from Indiana University Bloomington. With over a decade of experience in higher education, she has made significant contributions to the field through her teaching and research. In addition to her academic work, she has previously worked in the health and wellness industry. Her diverse professional experience equips her with a broad perspective and deep expertise in public health.

In the academic realm, she is actively involved in teaching, offering courses such as biostatistics, health disparities, and global healthcare systems at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Furthermore, she plays a significant role in mentoring and student advising by serving on doctoral dissertation committees, graduate capstone projects, and honors thesis projects.

Her research interests are diverse and encompass critical areas such as maternal and child health, digital health, health policy, and health disparities. Her research focuses on reducing barriers to high-quality healthcare by evaluating health policies, workforce capacities, and behavioral interventions. Her research also extends to the analysis of consumer behavior patterns and the uptake of digital health tools, including mHealth/eHealth platforms and telemedicine, all aimed at enhancing access and improving health outcomes. Her methodological expertise spans various research techniques, including web data scraping, systematic reviews, content analysis, network adequacy testing, and program/policy evaluation.

Beyond her academic pursuits, Dr. Biviji is an active contributor to the public health community. She holds leadership positions as the co-chair of the women's health special interest group and a health policy ambassador at the Society of Behavioral Medicine. Additionally, she serves as the policy core co-lead for the Maternal and Child Health Translational Team at Arizona State University.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Biviji enjoys a well-rounded set of interests, such as exploring new destinations through travel, enjoying both fiction and non-fiction reading, listening to her favorite playlist, maintaining an active lifestyle, and cherishing quality time with her loved ones. Her work in public health and her commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations, exemplify her dedication to making a positive impact on the field.