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Tell us about your research and why you find it fascinating

My research focuses on primary care, especially access and health equity. I鈥檓 fascinated by how data reveals patterns that improve care quality and reduce inequities. I want to help build a fairer health system for all.

What do people think you do鈥攙ersus what you actually do? What do you want people to know about your research?

My daughter thinks I鈥檓 just 鈥渟tudying,鈥� while my mom imagines I鈥檓 a doctor who teaches. I was a physician, but now I鈥檓 an epidemiologist, studying and teaching myself while producing evidence to improve care, especially for older adults.

Name a scholar (living or dead) who inspires you in your work.

I鈥檓 inspired by Dr. Neil Drummond, my PhD supervisor, who balances tireless work and life with grace. I also admire Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thy Khue, my mentor in Viet Nam, who earned her first Japanese certificate at 76. Her nonstop learning is my motivation.

What鈥檚 your best advice for other postdocs and researchers as they embark on their new projects and studies?

Be stubborn. Obstacles and uncertainty are part of research, and persistence is what carries you through to meaningful results.

Contact Anh Pham: nqp@sfu.ca