Dr. Isam Vaid is a committed public health scientist, practitioner, and researcher who has dedicated his career to the prevention, detection, and treatment of chronic diseases, mainly focusing on heart disease and stroke and their associated risk factors. He possesses deep expertise in addressing minority health issues, particularly health disparities linked to health conditions, outcomes, and premature deaths within specific populations, driven by a robust aspiration to advance health equity. Dr. Vaid's skill set as a public health scientist is comprehensive and widely recognized; it encompasses keeping abreast of the latest research, conducting critical analyses, compiling analytical and internal technical reports, developing training protocols, and applying systematic approaches to administrative functions.