About Dr. Syeda Zerin Imam
Dr. Syeda Zerin Imam is a dynamic public health researcher, experienced dentist, microbiologist, passionate artist, and visionary entrepreneur. With a strong commitment to science, healing, and creativity, she is dedicated to improving health outcomes and advancing human dignity across Bangladesh and beyond.She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health at the School of Public Health, Shandong University, China. Her doctoral thesis focuses on the determinants and consequences of adolescent pregnancy and maternal morbidity in Bangladesh, addressing critical gaps in adolescent reproductive health.Dr. Imam holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) from North South University, Dhaka, and a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Dhaka University. She has also completed several advanced post-graduate clinical trainings in dentistry at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) and BIRDEM Hospital, gaining extensive expertise in oral healthcare and managing medically compromised patients.
Research Experience
Dr. Imam brings over a decade of impactful research experience. At Shandong University, she is actively involved in high-level studies on suicide attempts among young women with adolescent pregnancy, teenage drug addiction, adolescent pregnancy and maternal morbidity, Chikungunya as an emerging threat, catastrophic health expenditure among diabetes patients, and rural-urban disparities in childhood vaccination.
She previously conducted wet-lab research at the Asian Institute of Medicine, Science and Technology (AIMST), Malaysia, evaluating the antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of Phyllanthus acidus fruit extract. During her MPH at North South University, she led studies on menstrual hygiene practices among slum-dwelling adolescent girls and the health status of waste pickers in Dhaka. At BIRDEM Hospital, she contributed to research exploring the link between dental diseases, coronary artery disease, and diabetes.
Activism and Social Contributions
Dr. Syeda Zerin Imam is a passionate humanitarian activist committed to protecting vulnerable lives and driving positive social change. She actively rescues victims from slaughter, burning incidents, and road accidents, while saving abandoned puppies from neglect and societal cruelty.
She leads impactful anti-tobacco campaigns, offering counselling, raising awareness about tobacco-related health hazards, conducting demonstrations, collecting field data, and organizing seminars and roadshows. She is also a strong advocate for diabetes awareness and prevention, educating communities on Type I and Type II diabetes and promoting safe dental treatment protocols for diabetic patients.
Through her extensive social initiatives, Dr. Imam continues to champion compassion, health equity, and community empowerment.
Professional and Entrepreneurial Journey
Dr. Imam is a Member of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industries (DCCI). She previously served as Preparatory Secretariat Member of the Association of Bangladesh China Alumni and Executive Committee Member of Shuprovat Nari Progoti Sangstha.
As a successful entrepreneur, she founded I Corp Limited and Sinord International Limited and operates her own dental practice, Kalpana Dental Clinic, where she provides high-quality oral healthcare services.
Her mission is to eliminate suffering and uphold human dignity through kindness, hard work, and effective communication.
Her motto — Truth & Accountability — guides her in delivering timely, responsible, and impactful service to society.
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