DR. SHAKIL FARID

Mr. Farid qualified as a doctor from the University of Dhaka and completed specialist cardiac surgery training in the UK and Belgium. He became a Consultant Cardiac and Aortic Surgeon at Oxford University Hospitals in 2018 and then joined Royal Papworth Hospital in 2021. Specializing in advanced and complex aortic surgery, he offers a full range of cardiac surgeries with excellent outcomes. Mr. Farid is dedicated to patient-focused care and clinical excellence. He is also active in medical education, formerly chairing the surgical training committee at Oxford and editing the book Fighting COVID-19 On the Frontline. He is also the current education lead for UK aortic surgery and a member of the specialty advisory committee for Cardiothoracic surgery under JCIE.

" As we celebrate five years of Planetary Health Academia (PHA), we reflect on our impactful contributions to advancing health education and practice in Bangladesh. Over this period, we have engaged students, residents, and specialists in Bangladesh  through various initiatives. Through the Medical Training Initiative under NHS east of England , in collaboration with the BCPS, we facilitated the recruitment of Bangladeshi residents to gain invaluable experience within the NHS. Our Travel Fellowship Program has enriched local experts by fostering international collaborations, expanding their expertise. Organizing the PHA Global Summit was a major milestone, bringing global experts together to address health impacts in Bangladesh. These achievements underscore our commitment to a healthier future for Bangladesh, with much more ahead. "