Per Kallestrup

Per Kallestrup is a Professor of Family Medicine and Global Health at Aarhus University, affiliated with the Department of Public Health - Institute of General Medical Practice. He serves as Director of the Research Unit for General Practice and Founding Co-Director of the Center for Global Health.

• Specialist in Family Medicine
• President of the Danish NCD Alliance
• Advisor to the East African NCD Alliance

His research focuses on strengthening Primary Health Care in low- and middle-income countries through integrated, community-oriented models. Key areas include non-communicable diseases, health equity, mental health, and volunteer-driven health systems. Recent projects span Nepal and Denmark, emphasizing resilience in NCD care, mental health interventions, and physical activity promotion.

Notable scientific awards include the Medicines for People Award (2015), PhD-supervisor of the Year (2018), and recognition by HIFA (2013). He has supervised five PhD students and leads multidisciplinary research collaborations.