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About Isam Vaid

Dr. Isam Vaid is a dedicated public health scientist, practitioner, and researcher with over a decade and a half of professional experience. Dr. Vaid has focused on preventing, detecting, and treating chronic diseases with a primary focus on heart disease and stroke and their risk factors throughout his career. He has extensive experience relative to minority health issues, particularly health disparities within diverse communities of interest that share common denominators such as socioeconomics, health conditions, health outcomes, and premature death.  His work has evolved around a professional promise to aspire towards Health Equity for all. He possesses a comprehensive and well-regarded skill set as a public health scientist.

Dr. Vaid’s wealth of knowledge and experience in public health have garnered him authentic appreciation and respect from his peers. He is also active at the intersection of public health, faith-based communities, and social determinants of health, frequently sought after for his genuine and passionate application when working on complex issues. His decades-long interfaith work emphasizes community building, peace initiatives, and environmental justice.

Throughout his career, Dr. Vaid has received numerous honors, including recognition for his contributions to the employment of disabled persons and his lasting impact on public health. He is also active in philanthropic and environmental volunteer efforts, and in his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities, the arts, and travel.