Welcome

To the International Journal of Health Systems Resilience (INJHSR)!

Health system resilience has been defined as the ability to prepare
for, manage (absorb, adapt and transform) and
learn from shocks (WHO, 2020). It is an overarching concept that spreads across all health system building blocks namely (i) service delivery, (ii) health workforce, (iii) health information systems, (iv) access to essential medicines, (v) financing, and (vi) leadership/governance. Health system resilience is a broader concept that goes beyond the preparedness and response functions in relation to the adversities such as disasters. The COVID-19 Pandemic has provided much evidence to the presence, as well as an absence of the health system resilience at the global, national, sub-national, and institutional levels. The INJHSR provides a platform for academics and practitioners to explore, discuss, debate, and innovate in the field of health system resilience. In addition, it aims to document best practices and lessons learned in the field of health system resilience for the benefit of the future generations of health system planners, managers, and above all, the users.

Editorial Board

Dr. Novil Wijesekara MD

Founding Chair, Editorial Committee Founding Editor

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0391-6220

Dr. Novil Wijesekara is a Medical doctor (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) with Doctorate of Medicine in Community Medicine, Master of Science in Disaster Management, Master of Science in Community Medicine, Post Graduate Diploma in Diplomatic Studies and Foreign Relations and Diploma in Human Rights and Peace Education with a strong focus towards community resilience, community engagement, disaster preparedness, and response, outbreak preparedness and response, environmental health and drinking water quality. Founder of the Community Resilience Center and the co-founder and honorary president of Community Tsunami Early Warning Center (now known as the Community Tsunami Education Center. Edupreneur and managing director – Resilience Research Training and Consulting.

Udalamaththa Gamage Gihan Chaminda

Member, Editorial Committee

Dr. Udalamattha Gamage Gihan Chaminda is an accomplished medical administrator with over 15 years of experience in clinical service delivery, hospital management, and health system leadership. He holds an MD in Medical Administration, an MSc in Medical Administration, and postgraduate diplomas in Health Sector Disaster Management and Healthcare Quality & Patient Safety from the University of Colombo. Dr. Gihan has served in key administrative positions including Medical Superintendent, Deputy District Director of Health Services, and Medical Officer (Planning), leading initiatives in clinical governance, disaster preparedness, quality improvement, and institutional capacity building. His work reflects a strong commitment to evidence-based leadership, operational excellence, and strengthening resilience in the health sector. He is also an active researcher and presenter with publications in disaster management and healthcare quality, and a member of the College of Medical Administrators of Sri Lanka and the Sri Lanka Medical Association.

Ahmed Hosny Hassan Mosa

Member, Editorial Committee

Ahmed Hosny is a Clinical Researcher and Pharmacist with seven years of clinical and community experience, as well as seven years of postgraduate education and research. He is currently based in Mansoura, Dakhallia, Egypt, and works at Mansoura University Hospital as a Clinical Researcher & Pharmacist, specializing in critical & intensive care, respiratory disease, neurology, nephrology, hepatology, oncology, and general pharmacy practice since January 2018.His extensive education includes a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2011-2016), a Clinical Pharmacy Diploma (2017-2018), and a Pharm D (professional master) (2018-2020) all from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Mansoura University. He is pursuing a Master of Clinical Pharmacy from Tanta University (2020-2024) and a Ph.D. of Clinical Pharmacy from Ain Shams University (2024-present).In addition to his clinical and research roles, Ahmed Hosny is a highly active reviewer and editor. He is confirmed as an Associate Editor for the European Journal of Medical Research since January 2024 and is on the editorial boards for several other journals, including Infectious Diseases Research (Young Scientist Board Member from August 2024 to August 2025) and Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine (since September 2024). He is also recognized for his contributions as a Peer Reviewer for high-impact journals, including the American Journal of Medicine Research, Clinical Therapeutics, Journal of Critical Care, and Neurology, among others. He was awarded the “Certificate of Reviewing” by Clinical Therapeutics for contributing 8 reviews in 2024. His expertise spans General & Clinical pharmacy education, Medical & Clinical research, and training of pharmacy & medical students.

Donnie Woodyard Jr.

Advivor – Editorial Committee

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1382-7141

Donnie Woodyard, Jr. is an internationally recognized leader and subject matter expert in the areas of Emergency Medical Services, disaster medicine, and public health leadership. Donnie is currently the Chief of Emergency Medical & Trauma Services for the State of Colorado (USA) and the Vice Chair of the United States Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice. He previously served as the COO of the National Registry of EMTs (USA), the State Director of EMS for Louisiana (USA), the CEO of Med1/Falck (Sri Lanka), and a health systems consultant for the World Health Organization. He has authored numerous papers, journal articles, textbooks and treatment guidelines. Outside work, Donnie is an airplane pilot, SCUBA Dive Master, and an avid global traveler. Donnie has a master’s degree in Management and Leadership, awarded with highest honors, from Liberty University, a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, and an associate degree from New River College. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Public Administration. 

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All research articles published in the INJCR are fully open access.

All research articles published in the INJCR are protected by Creative Commons License by Attribution.

The INJCR registers all research articles published with Crossref and hence they will have their DOI (Digital Object Identifier) number.