Punam Mehta

Punam Mehta is an Instructor II in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. She is based at the Fort Garry campus in the Human Ecology Building and contributes to public health education and research with a feminist, community-centered approach.

Her educational background includes:

• PhD in Applied Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba (2014–2021)
• MSc in Community Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba (2004–2007)
• BA (Honours) in Women and Gender Studies, University of Winnipeg (2004)
• BSc in Biology, University of Winnipeg (2004)
• Teaching and Learning Certificate, Centre for the Advancement of Learning, University of Manitoba (2023)

Dr. Mehta's research focuses on enhancing wellness and improving lives through innovative, community-based interventions. Her work includes a yoga and body mapping initiative for mothers with addictions and a recent study on HIV stigma in Winnipeg. She emphasizes inclusive pedagogy, particularly in the required course Fundamentals of Health Promotion (FMLY 3750), aligning with her feminist teacher-scholar identity.

She is currently accepting undergraduate thesis students and is actively engaged in teaching and research. While no specific publications or awards are listed, her work reflects a strong commitment to social justice, health equity, and experiential learning in public health.

Dr. Mehta has no cross-appointments and is dedicated to her role within the Department of Community Health Sciences. She does not supervise graduate students at this time, based on available information.