Mr. Woo Keon | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Woo Keon, Graduate School of Transdisciplinary Health Science, Yonsei University, South Korea

Mr. Keon Woo is a dedicated graduate student at Yonsei University’s Graduate School of Transdisciplinary Health Sciences, specializing in the Department of Biohealth Industry. With a strong academic foundation from Eulji University in Healthcare Management, Keon’s focus lies in integrating smart healthcare information with social and policy dimensions of health. Passionate about addressing health disparities, Keon actively engages in research that bridges healthcare management and health sociology, aiming to improve service quality and accessibility. His interdisciplinary approach highlights the social determinants impacting health outcomes, with a commitment to advancing equitable healthcare systems through data-driven insights and policy evaluation.

🎓 Education

Mr. Keon Woo completed his Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, majoring in Smart Healthcare Information at Eulji University (2019–2025), South Korea. He is currently pursuing graduate studies at Yonsei University’s Graduate School of Transdisciplinary Health Sciences in the Department of Biohealth Industry (2025–present). This academic path reflects Keon’s commitment to blending technology and health policy to better understand healthcare systems and optimize healthcare delivery. His education equips him with a unique perspective combining management, sociology, and technological innovation in healthcare, enabling him to tackle complex challenges in health disparities and service quality.

💼 Experience

Mr. Keon Woo’s research experience includes presenting his work on outpatient experience’s effect on hospital recommendation willingness at the Korean Society of Hospital Management Fall Conference in 2024. This oral presentation demonstrated his ability to conduct applied research with real-world healthcare implications. Recently, he authored a significant paper investigating the link between obstructive sleep apnea and oral function using national health survey data, shedding light on disparities affecting socioeconomically disadvantaged populations. Additionally, Keon participates in ongoing projects analyzing variations in healthcare utilization and costs among older adults, emphasizing socioeconomic and demographic stratifications, thereby contributing valuable insights to healthcare management and policy.

🔬 Research Interests

Mr. Keon’s main research interests focus on Health Sociology, Health Policy, Healthcare Management, and the Social Determinants of Health. He is passionate about understanding how social and economic factors influence healthcare access and outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations. His work integrates interdisciplinary methodologies to analyze healthcare disparities, quality of services, and cost burdens. By exploring these dimensions, Keon aims to support policy formulation and healthcare management practices that reduce inequities and enhance patient-centered care, especially in aging populations and underserved communities.

🏆 Awards

While formal awards for Keon Woo are not listed, his selection to present at the 2024 Fall Conference of the Korean Society of Hospital Management is a testament to his research excellence and growing recognition in the healthcare management community. This opportunity reflects his dedication and potential as an emerging researcher focused on impactful health services research.

Dr. Patricia Doyle-Baker | Reproductive Health | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Patricia Doyle-Baker, University of Calgary, Canada

Dr. Patricia K. Doyle-Baker is a distinguished professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. With a robust academic background, she holds a PhD in Medicine-Rheumatology from Loma Linda University and a Doctor of Public Health degree. Her research focuses on the intersection of exercise physiology, health education, and rheumatology, making significant contributions to the field of chronic disease management and exercise behavior. 🏅

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Education 🎓

Dr. Doyle-Baker’s education includes a PhD in Medicine-Rheumatology from Loma Linda University (1999), a Doctor of Public Health degree (1996), and a Master of Arts in Exercise Physiology and Sport Science from the University of Victoria (1986). She is also a certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) and holds various certifications related to research and sport science. 🎓

Experience 💼

With extensive experience in academia, Dr. Doyle-Baker has held various positions at the University of Calgary, from Assistant Professor to Full Professor, and has served as Associate Dean for Graduate Programs. She is an active member of several research institutes, including the McCaig Centre for Bone and Joint and the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute. Her professional experience spans across athletic coaching, research supervision, and consulting for health-related programs. 🏫

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Doyle-Baker’s research interests revolve around chronic disease management, exercise physiology, and the role of physical activity in health education. Her work includes exploring exercise behaviors in fibromyalgia patients, the impact of exercise on bone and joint health, and sports injury prevention. She is committed to advancing knowledge on physical activity’s role in public health. 🔬

Awards and Recognition 🏆

Dr. Doyle-Baker has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career, including the 2024 ‘Friends of Camp’ award for her impact on youth programs at UCalgary, the 2022 ‘Team Behind the Team’ award for her contributions to Canada Games, and several other accolades for her teaching and community service. 🏆