
Ms
Megan
De Silva
Position
Paramedic | Casual Academic and Research Assistant
Organisation / Affiliation
NSW Ambulance | Western Sydney University
Megan is a registered paramedic with a multidisciplinary academic background that spans emergency, maternal, and humanitarian healthcare. Currently completing both a Master of Humanitarian and Development Studies and a Bachelor of Midwifery, she brings a uniquely integrated perspective to the intersection of pre-hospital care, midwifery practice, and global health.
Driven by a commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations, Megan has built a career grounded in evidence-based practice and scholarly inquiry. As a published researcher and research assistant, her work spans pre-hospital care, elder abuse, and the evolving role of paramedicine within humanitarian crises.
Beyond clinical and academic pursuits, Megan has engaged in a wide range of volunteer programs across Australia and internationally, supporting community health initiatives and development-focused projects. These experiences, combined with a passion for global travel, has deepened her understanding of the social and structural determinants of health and continue to shape a strong commitment to advancing equitable healthcare in humanitarian and development contexts.
Driven by a commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations, Megan has built a career grounded in evidence-based practice and scholarly inquiry. As a published researcher and research assistant, her work spans pre-hospital care, elder abuse, and the evolving role of paramedicine within humanitarian crises.
Beyond clinical and academic pursuits, Megan has engaged in a wide range of volunteer programs across Australia and internationally, supporting community health initiatives and development-focused projects. These experiences, combined with a passion for global travel, has deepened her understanding of the social and structural determinants of health and continue to shape a strong commitment to advancing equitable healthcare in humanitarian and development contexts.
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