Mrs Rumandeep Tiwana BSc, MSc

• MSc in Forensic Psychology, Birmingham City University 2013
• BSc (Hons) in Psychology, Bangor University 2011

Rumandeep's previous research has explored a range of health-related topics, including social relationships and help-seeking behaviour among patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (University of Birmingham and City Hospital), and the challenges faced by individuals with Dual Sensory Impairment, focusing on the impact on daily life (University of Chester). 

More recently, Rumandeep has contributed to the adaptation and development of an educational intervention for South Asian communities aimed at improving understanding of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and its connection to Rheumatoid Arthritis. This project, conducted at the University of Birmingham and funded by Pfizer Global in collaboration with the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS), sought to bridge knowledge gaps and promote health awareness. The intervention is hosted on NRAS’s ‘Apni Jung’ section, making it widely accessible to the South Asian community. 

She has recently been awarded the NIHR Pre-Application Support Fund to develop her work towards a Doctoral Fellowship, with a particular focus on healthcare access and outcomes for underserved populations. Her research interests centre on health inequalities, with a specific emphasis on South Asian communities, domestic violence, and the development of culturally appropriate interventions to support healthcare professionals in delivering improved care for minority ethnic populations.

Rumandeep has presented her work at numerous conferences through oral and poster presentations and has actively engaged with organisations and communities to foster collaborative research partnerships. In her recent role, she participated in Public Awareness Days, including a segment on Sikh Channel, highlighting the importance of research within ethnic minority populations. Through her work, Rumandeep aims to advance understanding of healthcare access and outcomes while promoting equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive healthcare for underserved communities.