Soha Sabeti
About Soha Sabeti
Soha Sabeti is an epidemiologist with extensive experience in public health, currently working at the First Nations Health Authority since 2016. She has previously held positions at the World Health Organization and the University of Waterloo, and has contributed to significant public health initiatives, including the BC Overdose Emergency response and the COVID-19 Public Health Response Team.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Soha Sabeti has been employed at the First Nations Health Authority since 2016, where she serves as an Epidemiologist. In this role, she has contributed significantly to public health initiatives, including serving as the lead epidemiologist on the BC Overdose Emergency response. Additionally, she was previously a Health Benefits Data Analyst at the same organization from 2014 to 2016, where she worked for two years in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Education and Expertise
Soha Sabeti holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Waterloo, which she completed from 2011 to 2013. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in General Life Sciences from The University of British Columbia, studying from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in epidemiology and public health.
Previous Experience at World Health Organization
In 2013, Soha Sabeti interned at the World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland, focusing on Mental Health and Human Rights. This internship lasted for five months and allowed her to gain valuable experience in international public health initiatives.
Graduate Teaching Assistant Role
Soha Sabeti worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Waterloo for three months in 2013. This position involved supporting faculty and students in the public health program, enhancing her teaching and communication skills within an academic setting.
Contributions to COVID-19 Response
At the First Nations Health Authority, Soha Sabeti has played a role in the COVID-19 Public Health Response Team. Her involvement in this critical initiative highlights her commitment to addressing public health challenges faced by First Nations communities during the pandemic.