Dr. Isam Vaid, a dedicated public health scientist, practitioner, and researcher, has spent his career working on the prevention, detection, and treatment of chronic diseases, with a particular focus on heart disease and stroke along with their risk factors. His extensive experience also covers minority health issues, including addressing health disparities in specific populations related to health conditions, health outcomes, and premature mortality, with a solid commitment to advancing Health Equity. Dr. Vaid's skill set as a public health scientist is comprehensive and well-recognized, encompassing mastery of current literature, critical analysis, and research, preparation of analytical and internal technical reports, development of training protocols, and the application of systems approach to administrative tasks Throughout his career, Dr. Vaid's deep engagement in public health has been marked by his efforts at the intersection of public health, faith communities, and religious values. This evolving area of public health is closely linked with social determinants of health. Additionally, he has decades of experience in interfaith work within both community and academic settings, focusing on deep learning, bridge-building, peace initiatives, and fostering a sense of community among individuals of various faiths or no faith. Dr. Vaid has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Contributions to the Employment of Disabled Persons and Outstanding Performance and Lasting Contributions, among others. His volunteer work is a critical component of his life, emphasizing environmental justice and its connection with social justice. He has led and participated in humanitarian relief efforts for various domestic and international disasters and environmental projects. In his time, he was an avid enthusiast of outdoor activities, had a profound appreciation for the arts, and enjoyed traveling for both personal and interfaith purposes worldwide.