Josef Trapani

Josef Trapani serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Nursing and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Malta. His academic leadership spans teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities within Malta's primary healthcare education institution.

His educational foundation includes:

• B.Sc. (Hons) from the University of Malta
• M.Sc. in Public Health from the University of Malta
• Certificate in PRM from the University of Malta
• P.G.Dip. in Research Methods from the University of Brighton
• Ph.D. from the University of Brighton

Complementing his academic credentials, he maintains active clinical qualification as a Registered Nurse (R.N.).

Research focuses on Nursing practice innovation, Public Health policy implementation, and methodological rigor in Health Sciences—reflecting his dual expertise in clinical practice and research methodology. His work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to healthcare education and delivery within Mediterranean contexts.

Administrative duties as Deputy Dean involve strategic oversight of the Faculty of Health Sciences, including curriculum development and hospital-academic partnerships at Mater Dei Hospital. His clinical background informs practical integration of healthcare delivery systems with academic training.