Biography:

Dr. Tawfik is a physician and epidemiologist with over 25 years of experience in research, education, and public health. She earned her doctorate from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. Her expertise spans infectious disease, cancer, reproductive health, and maternal and child health. She has led national and international projects, including those with the WHO. Dr. Tawfik is a core faculty member in Walden University's PhD Public Health Program and has received multiple honors, including the Anna C. Gelman Award for Excellence in Epidemiology, Walden University’s 2025 Faculty Excellence Award. She has also been awarded numerous research dissemination grants.