Zakhro Djabbarova M.D.

Zakhro Djabbarova MD, MPH, is a seasoned professional in nutrition and public health with extensive experience in various roles. Currently serving as a Senior Nutrition and Public Health Specialist at Mercy Corps since January 2022, Zakhro has contributed to the Food For Education initiative. Previous positions include Nutrition and Public Health Specialist at Mercy Corps Uzbekistan, National Consultant for UNDP focusing on women's shelter referral systems, and Health Emergency Response Mechanism Advisor at PU AMI, among others. Zakhro's earlier work involved significant contributions in public health monitoring and evaluation for projects addressing HIV, TB, and malaria during tenure at PwC. With a Master's degree in Public Health from The Hebrew University and a Medical Degree in Pediatrics from Tashkent Medical Pediatric Institute, Zakhro combines clinical expertise with public health research and implementation.