Saad joined MIMH in November 2019 as an Evaluation Coordinator on the Connect the DOTS project. He completed his Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of Warwick, UK, and is currently pursuing his doctorate in Public Health Studies at Saint Louis University. His research interests include risk factors of chronic diseases and mental health issues in vulnerable populations, identification of health disparities in terms of access to healthcare, and social and geographical determinants of health. He has experience conducting research and developing interventions in resource-poor settings, and evaluating health promotion and disease prevention projects to ensure evidence-based implementation.