CHI FLYING Global Health Leaders Podcast Series -> Episode 6: Dr Abdullahi Sheriff (MSD, Singapore/Malaysia/Brunei): Impact, Ethics, and Sustainable Access to Medicines and Vaccines

The CHI FLYING Podcast is a vibrant audio series spotlighting diverse voices from the FLYING community. Each episode features thought leaders, designers, strategists, and changemakers who share bold ideas and lived experiences in transforming healthcare systems.

🎙️ Episode 6: Dr Abdullahi Sheriff (MSD, Singapore/Malaysia/Brunei): Impact, Ethics, and Sustainable Access to Medicines and Vaccines

Dr. Abdullahi Sheriff, Managing Director for Singapore, Malaysia, and Brunei at MSD, shares his leadership journey from architecture and consulting to driving commercial success and sustainable access in healthcare. Sheriff discusses the triad of impact, ethics, and values as the foundation for effective leadership, the importance of cross-sector collaboration, and the need for context-driven solutions. He reflects on lessons from the pandemic, the challenges of policy shifts, and the power of partnerships to expand access to life-changing medicines and vaccines. Sheriff also offers advice for future leaders on embracing diverse experiences, prioritizing ethics, and building organizations that serve communities for generations to come. This episode highlights the critical role of sustainable access, ethical leadership, and innovation in advancing global health.

Interviewed by: Ms Anne Neo, member of FLYING, Senior Pharmacist at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore

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