Michelle Groome

Michelle Groome is currently a Reader at University of the Witwatersrand and also serves as the Principal Researcher for Epidemiology at Wits VIDA Research Unit. Previously, Michelle held the position of Head of the Division of Public Health Surveillance and Response at the National Institute for Communicable Diseases. Michelle has extensive experience in clinical research focusing on infectious diseases, especially vaccine preventable diseases. Additionally, Michelle has been involved in various academic and research roles, including a fellowship at Wits Health Consortium. Michelle holds a Ph.D. in Public Health, a Master's Degree in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, and various other qualifications in the medical field.