Khadija Daoud, Public Health, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate Khadija Daoud: Phd Student at Sciences and Engineering of Biomedicals, Biophysics and Health Laboratory, Higher Institute of Health Sciences, Hassan First University, Settat, Morocco

Khadija Daoudi is a dedicated PhD candidate in Health Sciences at the Higher Institute of Health Sciences – Hassan, with a strong foundation in nursing sciences and health education. She specializes in analyzing communication patterns within health education sessions to improve interaction between educators and students, ultimately enhancing health literacy and patient care. Khadija combines her research expertise with practical teaching experience, demonstrating leadership, resilience, and a commitment to advancing health education in Morocco and beyond. Her multidisciplinary approach integrates analytical thinking and interpersonal skills to address real-world healthcare challenges.

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ORCID Profile

Khadija Daoudi is affiliated with Université Hassan 1er, Settat, Morocco. She is registered on Scopus under ID 59152670500 and has an ORCID profile (0009-0003-3220-6492) that catalogs her research output. Her academic work includes 3 published documents, which have been cited 6 times, resulting in an h-index of 1. Khadija’s research profile is also connected to Mendeley, providing further access to her publications and collaborations within the academic community.

Education

Khadija earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Sciences from the Higher Institute of Health Sciences – Settat, equipping her with both theoretical knowledge and practical clinical skills. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Health Sciences at the Higher Institute of Health Sciences – Hassan, where she focuses on interaction analysis in health education settings. Prior to this, she completed her Baccalaureate with honors in the Science Track, demonstrating a strong academic foundation and commitment to scientific research from an early stage in her education.

Research Focus

Her research centers on the psychometric evaluation and application of the Roter Interaction Analysis System (RIAS) in Moroccan health education contexts, aiming to better understand communication dynamics between educators and students. She investigates how these interactions influence health education outcomes and behavior change. Additionally, Khadija explores the role of advanced nursing practice in palliative care, conducting rapid reviews to identify best practices and improve patient care delivery. Her work bridges the gap between communication theory and healthcare practice.

Experience

Since 2018, Khadija has worked as a teacher under the Ministry of National Education in the Province of Settat, Morocco. In this capacity, she delivers health education, develops curricula, and fosters effective communication skills among students. Her teaching approach is enriched by her multilingual abilities: she is a native Arabic speaker and proficient in French and English (both at C1 level), with intermediate proficiency in Spanish (B1). This linguistic versatility enables her to engage a diverse student body and adapt educational content to varied audiences.

Research Timeline

Khadija’s research trajectory includes several key scholarly contributions. In 2024, she published a scoping review on educator-student communication patterns in health education, followed by a rapid review on advancing palliative care through advanced nursing practice. Her most recent publication in 2025 focuses on the psychometric properties of the Roter Interaction Analysis System within Moroccan schools, reflecting her ongoing commitment to enhancing health communication research. These publications highlight her consistent academic productivity throughout her doctoral studies.

Awards & Honors

Throughout her academic career, Khadija has consistently demonstrated excellence, graduating with honors in her Baccalaureate Science Track. Her research has been recognized through multiple peer-reviewed journal publications, establishing her reputation as a dedicated and impactful scholar in health sciences. She continues to strive for academic and professional excellence, contributing valuable insights to health education and nursing practice research in Morocco and internationally.

Top-Noted Publication

One of Khadija’s most significant works is “Psychometric characteristics of Roter Interaction Analysis System (RIAS) in the context of health education in a Moroccan school,” published in PEC Innovation in 2025. Co-authored with Khaoula Jounaidi and Abdellah Gantare, this study evaluates the reliability and validity of RIAS as a communication assessment tool in Moroccan health education settings. The publication has important implications for improving educator training and patient communication strategies, offering a culturally relevant perspective that enhances health education effectiveness in Morocco and similar contexts.

Top-Noted Publication

Khadija’s landmark publication, “Psychometric characteristics of Roter interaction analysis system (RIAS) in the context of health education in a Moroccan school,” published in PEC Innovation in 2025, offers critical validation of an established communication analysis tool within a unique cultural context. This work has significant implications for improving health educator training and optimizing communication strategies to enhance patient outcomes in Morocco and similar settings.

  • Psychometric characteristics of Roter Interaction Analysis System (RIAS) in the context of health education in a Moroccan school

    • Journal: PEC Innovation

    • Date: June 2025

    • DOI: 10.1016/j.pecinn.2025.100403

    • ISSN: 2772-6282

    • Contributors: Khadija Daoudi, Khaoula Jounaidi, Abdellah Gantare

  • Advancing Palliative Care through Advanced Nursing Practice: A Rapid Review

    • Journal: Indian Journal of Palliative Care

    • Date: 2024

    • DOI: 10.25259/IJPC_308_2023

    • ISSN: 1998-3735, 0973-1075

    • Contributors: K. Jounaidi, M. Hamdoune, K. Daoudi, N. Barka, A. Gantare

  • Exploring Educator-Student Communication Patterns in Health Education Settings: A Scoping Review

    • Journal: Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences

    • Date: 2024

    • DOI: 10.57239/PJLSS-2024-22.1.00375

    • ISSN: 2221-7630, 1727-4915

    • Contributors: Khadija Daoudi, Abdellah Gantare