Dr. Anosh Ahmed to Lead Development of COVID-19 Health Protocols for Northern Africa with UN-Affiliated Organization

International healthcare leader Dr. Anosh Ahmed has been appointed by a UN-affiliated health organization to spearhead the creation of COVID-19 testing, vaccination, and response protocols for underserved regions of Northern Africa. This high-impact initiative aims to bring structure, equity, and scientific rigor to areas facing ongoing public health challenges due to limited infrastructure and post-conflict recovery.

A Global Health Mission Rooted in U.S. Experience

Dr. Anosh Ahmed’s appointment comes as no surprise to those familiar with his work. Over the past several years, he has led high-volume COVID-19 testing and vaccination programs in major U.S. cities such as Chicago and Houston. His hands-on leadership ensured vulnerable communities—public housing residents, essential workers, and at-risk populations—received timely access to healthcare during the height of the pandemic.

His model emphasized speed, compliance, and community trust, which earned praise from public health departments and city officials. Now, that experience is being put to use on a global scale.

“It’s about more than just containing a virus,” says Dr. Ahmed. “It’s about building lasting systems that serve people now and prepare them for what comes next.”

Tailoring Healthcare Protocols for Remote and High-Risk Areas

The focus of this new project is to design scalable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for COVID-19 testing, vaccine deployment, and emergency response in challenging environments across Northern Africa.

Key implementation areas will include:

• Remote border zones with limited access to formal healthcare

• Refugee camps and displaced communities

• Nomadic populations

• Regions recovering from armed conflict or systemic neglect

These SOPs will align with World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines while integrating practical strategies suited to the specific cultural, logistical, and infrastructure challenges of each region.

Overcoming Logistical Barriers in Healthcare Delivery

Dr. Anosh Ahmed’s team will address several critical barriers to care, including:

• Safe vaccine storage and cold-chain transportation

• Training local health workers in standardized procedures

• Ensuring vaccine access in mobile or nomadic communities

• Combatting misinformation and building public trust

His protocols will be grounded in on-the-ground feedback and implemented with the help of regional partners to ensure cultural sensitivity and local adaptability.

“Trust and transparency are just as important as the medicine itself,” says Dr. Ahmed. “We must meet people where they are—geographically and emotionally.”

Building for the Future: Beyond COVID-19

While the immediate mission centers on the current pandemic, Dr. Ahmed’s broader vision is to create a repeatable model for public health emergencies. These SOPs are designed to be adaptable for future crises, from infectious diseases to natural disasters.

Phase one of the deployment is expected to launch later this year, starting with pilot regions identified by the UN-affiliated organization and local governments.

This work also includes capacity-building efforts, such as:

• Developing local leadership in health response

• Training teams for rapid deployment

• Creating communication frameworks to educate communities

By building resilient systems today, Dr. Ahmed hopes to ensure that vulnerable regions are not left behind in the next global health crisis.

Anosh Ahmed’s Continued Impact on Global Public Health

This initiative marks a new chapter in Dr. Anosh Ahmed’s mission to deliver equitable healthcare worldwide. His ability to bridge high-level healthcare strategy with real-world implementation makes him uniquely suited for this global role.

“Healthcare should be accurate, accessible, and accountable—no matter where you live,” he notes. “This isn’t charity. It’s justice.”

About Dr. Anosh Ahmed

Dr. Anosh Ahmed is a Chicago-based physician, entrepreneur, and international health consultant known for his leadership in COVID-19 response, healthcare systems design, and ethical service delivery. His work has impacted both U.S. cities and developing regions through a combination of operational excellence, community engagement, and commitment to public health equity.

Currently, he serves as the lead developer for global COVID-19 SOPs in underserved Northern African regions through a partnership with a UN-affiliated health body, further advancing his lifelong mission of healthcare for all.