Helena Legido-Quigley holds the position of Professor and Chair in Health Systems at Imperial College and the George Institute for Global Health in the UK. In addition to her UK affiliations, she serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Oslo and carries the title of Visiting Professor at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health in Singapore. She is also an Honorary Professor at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
Professor Legido-Quigley's extensive expertise extends across diverse regions, including Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. Her research has significantly advanced global health, focusing on themes such as health system resilience and addressing the unique healthcare challenges faced by migrant and refugee populations. Her most recent work delves into critical topics such as pandemic preparedness and response, as well as the evolving landscape of global health architecture.
With a prolific publication record that includes approximately 200 research articles published in reputable peer-reviewed journals like The Lancet, Nature Medicine, and the BMJ, among others. Furthermore, she has actively shared her expertise through prominent international media outlets, including CNN, BBC, ITV, the Guardian, Financial Times, Washington Post, the Economist, and the New York Times, solidifying her commitment to advancing public health knowledge and fostering awareness worldwide.