Alexandra Palombi

Professor Alexandra Palombi is Head of the Department of Health Studies at Royal Holloway. A clinician and educator with expertise in occupational therapy, she develops interventions for chronic conditions including Parkinson's disease, stroke recovery, and Long COVID. Her research examines therapeutic approaches integrating lifestyle management and community-based care models.

She leads initiatives on sustainable healthcare education and planetary health, building partnerships between academia, NHS, and community organizations. Current projects explore nature-based interventions for neurological conditions and resilience-focused healthcare frameworks.