About Us
Learn about our mission, vision, history, and the people behind Planetary Health Academia.
Our Mission
Planetary Health Academia is dedicated to advancing global health through education, research, and humanitarian initiatives. We strive to empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to address complex health challenges in a rapidly changing world.
Through collaborative efforts with leading institutions and organizations, we aim to improve health outcomes for communities worldwide, with a particular focus on underserved populations and regions facing significant healthcare challenges.
Our Trustees
Meet the distinguished medical professionals who guide our mission.
DR. TASBIRUL ISLAM
MD, MRCP(UK), FRCP, FCCP
Founding Chairman
Tasbirul Islam, a distinguished physician and educator, celebrates a milestone in interprofessional collaboration among Bangladeshi physicians. Grateful to mentors, colleagues, and trustees, he looks forward to future achievements together.
DR. BASHER M. ATIQUZZAMAN
Chairman
Dr. Basher M. Atiquzzaman marks 5 years of Planetary Health Academia, founded during COVID-19. PHA is now a global hub for medical education and innovation, enhancing healthcare in Bangladesh and worldwide.
DR. SHAKIL FARID
FCPS, FRCS (C-TH), MBA
Chairman-Elect
Mr. Farid, expert cardiac and aortic surgeon, celebrates 5 years of Planetary Health Academia. Through global programs like NHS MTI, Travel Fellowships, and the PHA Summit, PHA boosts healthcare education and collaboration in Bangladesh and beyond.
DR. CHOWDHURY H. AHSAN
FCPS, MRCP(London), MD, Ph.D., FACC, FSCAI
Trustee
Dr. Chowdhury H. Ahsan, renowned cardiologist and educator, leads UNLV’s Cardiology Fellowship and PHA efforts, driving global advances in cardiovascular care through education, research, and technology transfer for improved patient outcomes.
DR. NASSER KHAN
MD, FACC, FSCAI, FRCP
Trustee
Dr. Nasser Khan, interventional cardiologist and educator, advances global healthcare as a PHA trustee, bridging gaps and sharing cutting-edge knowledge to empower young physicians and elevate Bangladesh’s medical sector.
DR. MD ZAKER ULLAH
MBBS, FRCSEd, FRCS (Gen Surg)
Trustee
Dr. Md Zaker Ullah, UK-based General and Breast Surgeon, champions global healthcare education. As a PHA trustee, he advances medical training in Bangladesh, fosters international collaboration, and empowers future healthcare professionals.
MR. OMAR SHARIF
MPA (Governance and Public Policy), B.A (Hon’s) M.A (English), PGD (International Relations), MSS (Broadcast Journalism)
Trustee
Mr. Omar Sharif, a leading health journalist and TV producer at Channel 24, specializes in evidence-based health communications, policy advocacy, and media medicine, pioneering impactful health science programs in Bangladesh.
Our Faculties
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