Prof. Zulfiqar A Bhutta

Dr. Zulfiqar A. Bhutta

epitomizes excellence in the field of global health, particularly in advancing maternal and child health initiatives. Holding prestigious positions such as Distinguished University Professor and Founding Director of the Institute for Global Health and Development at the Aga Khan University, he has a profound impact on healthcare practices and policies worldwide.

His illustrious career is marked by numerous accomplishments and accolades. Dr. Bhutta is the Robert Harding Inaugural Chair in Global Child Health at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and Co-Director of the SickKids Centre for Global Child Health. His contributions extend beyond borders as he holds adjunct professorships at esteemed institutions like Johns Hopkins University, Tufts University, and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. His commitment to research and innovation is evident in his extensive body of work, with over 1,275 indexed publications, including ten books and numerous book chapters.

He has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research for his outstanding contributions to global child health and the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Sam Fomon Award for lifetime achievements in Nutrition Research. As a leader in academia and research, he has played pivotal roles in organizations like the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations (Gavi) Board and the World Health Organization (WHO).