Dr. Samuel, a medical doctor and global health specialist, possesses a wide range of skills and knowledge in enhancing healthcare systems and managing programs in Ethiopia and the broader East African region. His expertise extends to various aspects of health policy development and implementation across multiple levels of the healthcare sector. Dr. Samuel’s active involvement in numerous research and evidence-based initiatives within the health and social sectors has significantly contributed to program enhancement. His areas of focus encompass critical domains such as reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH), immunization, nutrition, HIV/AIDS, surgical care, healthcare quality improvement, reform, and other vital health programs.

Expertise/focus areas/specialties: Global Health Delivery; Quality Improvement; Pandemic Response

Research and professional Passions/interests: Digital Health; Health Equity; Global Surgery