Dr. Heather Thomson

Heather Thomson is a researcher whose work spans pediatric disability, neuroimaging, and neurological disorders, with contributions in both clinical and population health contexts. Her scholarship reflects engagement with global health initiatives and collaborative research networks addressing the needs of children with disabilities and their families.

Her recent research emphasizes the impact of COVID-19 on children with disabilities worldwide, highlighting mental health, functional outcomes, and rights-based frameworks. She has also examined migraine-related disability and employment outcomes, contributing to understanding the intersection of neurological conditions, quality of life, and health policy.

Earlier and complementary work includes neuroimaging studies in cerebral palsy within African clinical settings and case-based radiological insights into rare neurological diseases, as well as foundational endocrinology research. Collectively, her publications demonstrate strengths in clinical characterization, imaging interpretation, and translating evidence into meaningful health and social implications.