Stories That Inspire Global Impact

Dr. Hameed is a full-scope, integrative family physician and teacher who embraces both technology and ancient healing traditions in an obsessive pursuit of “Good Medicine”.  His day jobs involve leading primary care and wellness innovations at a large Northern California FQHC, teaching procedural medicine, caring for a large patient panel, and outpatient medical attending at…

Dr. Yuka Uruma is a physician with a strong passion for global health and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) education. She completed her medical degree at Nagoya City University and her foundation training at Wakkanai City Hospital in Japan, where she gained broad clinical experience. She is also registered with GMC (General Medical Council) in United Kingdom.…

Dr. Tahani Salaeh Abdo Mohamed is a highly experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist with over 20 years of dedicated service in maternal and women’s health. She obtained her Bachelor of General Medicine and Surgery (2003) and Master’s degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology (2008) from the University of Aden. Throughout her career, Dr. Tahani has served in…

Dr. Maisa Abdulaziz Al-Nimry is an Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist with over 25 years of experience in women’s health, reproductive medicine, and maternal care. Based in Aden, Yemen, she currently serves as Director of Reproductive Health at the Al-Haswa Complex, where she leads programs focused on improving maternal and neonatal outcomes. Dr. Al-Nimry earned her…

Dr. Shima Mohammed Ibrahim is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree from the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Aden, Yemen. From 2005 to 2013, she served as a resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and later earned her Master’s degree in the specialty from the Yemen Medical Council for Medical…

Dr. Peter Weimersheimer is the Founder and CEO of VTEMSONO, where he leads initiatives in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) education, system development, and sustainable ultrasound program design. His work focuses on empowering clinicians to effectively integrate POCUS across diverse environments — particularly in resource-limited settings, pre-hospital medicine, and rural health systems. As a Professor Emeritus of…

Dr. Nagda Thabet Abdullah Alhissni is a dedicated medical professional specializing in obstetrics, reproductive health, and emergency medicine. Based in Aden, Yemen, she brings extensive experience in clinical care, medical supervision, and training in women’s health. She earned her Bachelor of Human Medicine and Academic Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the University of Aden. Dr. Alhissni has completed multiple…

Dr. Sabrina Berdouk is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine and a leading educator in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) based in Dubai, UAE. With dual postgraduate training in Family and Emergency Medicine from the University of Toronto and the University of Montreal, she brings a strong blend of clinical acumen and academic innovation to her work. Her…

Dr. Abdolghader Pakniyat is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Dubai. He is European Board–certified in Emergency Medicine (EBEEM) and holds ARDMS credentials in ultrasound (RDMS-Abdomen). His clinical focus includes critical care and trauma, where he effectively implements Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) across various critical scenarios such as trauma, shock, critical care, and emergency medicine. Dr.…