Prof Dr. Merita Berisha | Public Health | Best Researcher Award
Coresponding author, Faculty of Medicine, University of Prishtina, albania
Education Details π
Merita Berisha completed her Doctor of Medicine degree with an average grade of 9.48 from the Faculty of Medicine, UP, on 17.04.1987. She further pursued a Master’s Degree in Medical Sciences (Mr Sci) from the same institution, graduating on 27.02.1998. She also obtained a specialization in Social Medicine from the Ministry of Health, RKS, Faculty of Medicine, UP, on 20.06.2000. Dr. Berisha achieved her Doctorate in Medical Sciences from the Faculty of Medicine, UP, on 26.09.2001.
Experience or Employment Details π©ββοΈ
Dr. Merita Berisha has been an integral part of the Faculty of Medicine, UP, for several years. She was elected as an Assistant Professor for the subject of Social Medicine in 2002 and was re-elected in 2007. She continued her academic journey and was elected as an Associate Professor for the subject of Social Medicine in 2012, with a re-election in 2017. Her dedication and expertise have significantly contributed to the academic and professional growth of the institution.
Research Interests π
Dr. Berisha’s primary research interests lie in the fields of Social Medicine and Public Health. She has conducted extensive research on various topics including early childhood caries, maternal behaviors related to children’s oral health, public knowledge and attitudes regarding antibiotic use, and the impact of out-of-pocket health payments on households in Kosovo. Her commitment to improving public health in Kosovo through research is commendable.
Awards π
Dr. Merita Berisha has been recognized for her contributions to the field of medicine and public health with several prestigious awards. These awards reflect her dedication, expertise, and significant impact on the healthcare sector in Kosovo.
Publications Top Notes π
Early childhood caries in preschool children of Kosovo-a serious public health problem
Year: 2010
Link: BMC public health 10, 1-8
Dental health evaluation of children in Kosovo
Year: 2011
Link: European journal of dentistry 5 (01), 032-039
Mothers’ behaviours and knowledge related to caries experience of their children
Year: 2014
Link: Oral health & preventive dentistry 12 (2)
