Sewar
Khatib

Sewar Khatib is a PhD candidate in the field of occupational therapy. Her research investigates the role of executive functions, which are high cognitive skills like planning and problem-solving, in managing disease burdens, coping, and daily life for women with endometriosis. By merging occupational therapy with gynecology, her work seeks to develop personalized interventions that boost the quality of daily life and improve psychological well-being. This research is vital for crafting effective, multidisciplinary treatments for endometriosis, substantially impacting global women’s health.

Sewar’s research is vital for crafting effective, multidisciplinary treatments for endometriosis, substantially impacting global women’s health.

Sewar lives in a Druze village in the Upper Galilee. She earned a BOT from the University of Haifa and the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, and an MHA from the University of Haifa. She received the Dean’s Prize and the Faculty Honour Award in welfare and health sciences. Sewar volunteers in various programs that support community and health initiatives. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading, surfing, and travelling, which enriches her appreciation for diverse cultures.