Dr Sarah Polack

Associate Professor
Sarah.Polack [at] lshtm.ac.uk

Sarah is an quantitative researcher working on a number of mixed methods research projects on disability in low and middle income countries. Current and recent research projects include:

  • A collaborative  project with HelpAge International to investigate the specific needs and experiences of older people with disabilities in humanitarian crises.
  • Developing interventions to improve uptake of ear and hearing services in Malawi
  • National survey of Disability in Guatemala: population based prevalence survey with a nested case control study to assess the impact of disability on participation and access to services.
  • Impact evaluation of a parent training resource for children with Cerebral Palsy in Ghana