Dr. Shahzad Baig, the driving force behind Pakistan’s fight against polio, was Recognized in Time magazine’s ‘TIME100 HEALTH’ list. The leadership of Dr. Baig is reshaping the healthcare in Pakistan and beyond.
Dr. Shahzad Baig, the national coordinator of the Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme, has secured a place in Time magazine’s prestigious ‘TIME100 HEALTH’ list, underscoring a significant recognition for Pakistan’s healthcare sector. Dr. Baig’s leadership and relentless efforts to combat polio have garnered global acclaim. Transitioning from his successful role as a technical advisor for Nigeria’s polio eradication initiative, Dr. Baig has spearheaded a remarkable decline in polio cases in Pakistan since assuming his current position.
Dr. Shahzad Baig: A Global Health Champion
“His inclusion in this esteemed list is a testament to his dedication to the mission of Polio eradication from Pakistan!” stated the Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme on its Instagram profile.
Jeffrey Kluger, the editor at large of Time, highlights Dr. Baig’s pivotal role in drastically reducing polio cases, with a goal of complete eradication by 2026.
Despite facing challenges such as attacks on polio workers, Dr. Baig has led the deployment of a massive workforce to vaccinate millions of children, demonstrating unwavering dedication to the cause.
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