Coming April 1st Innovation in Humanitarian Work During Geopolitical Crisis with Dr. Mohammad Haqmal

In this YouTube interview, Dr. Chris Stout opens a conversation with Dr. Mohammad Haqmal, former chief of public health in Afghanistan. Stout acknowledges the potential sensitivity of the discussion and invites Haqmal to set boundaries. He then asks Haqmal to reflect on his early days as chief of public health, probing what his initial responsibilities were and what projects he tackled. Haqmal begins by recounting the personal moment of completing medical school and informing his mother, setting the stage for his transition from medical training to a national public‑health leadership role. The excerpt captures the interview’s respectful tone, the focus on Haqmal’s formative experiences, and hints at the broader challenges of delivering health services in a conflict‑affected setting.










