Yingxi Zhao

Dr. Yingxi Zhao is a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, affiliated with Jesus College. His research focuses on global health systems and human resources for health, employing mixed-methods approaches to study healthcare workforce challenges in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). He holds a DPhil in Clinical Medicine (University of Oxford, 2023), MPH in Global Health (University of Washington, 2019), and BSc in Biomedical English (Peking University, 2017).

Current work examines the role of physician associates in UK NHS hospitals and the experiences of internationally recruited healthcare workers. Prior projects include analyzing medical training systems in Kenya, health workforce development in Myanmar’s ethnic regions, and neonatal health interventions in China. His research also addresses health financing dynamics, donor dependency in sub-Saharan Africa, and ethical recruitment practices.

Recent publications explore longitudinal healthcare workforce tracking, public perception of advanced practice roles, and the impact of internship experiences on career trajectories. Zhao collaborates with institutions in Kenya, Myanmar, and China, emphasizing health systems resilience and equitable resource allocation. His contributions bridge academic research with policy implications for sustainable healthcare workforce planning globally.