Infectious disease expert Dr Vermund joins ACCESS Health’s Board
Dr N Krishna Reddy takes the reins at ACCESS Health International, aiming for transformative leadership in global healthcare
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Hyderabad: Access Health International, a renowned global health system think tank and advisory group, has announced significant changes in its leadership. Dr. N. Krishna Reddy, previously spearheading operations across Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa as President, has been elevated to the role of Chief Executive Officer. Simultaneously, the organization proudly welcomes Dr. StenVermund, the Anna M.R. Lauder Professor of Public Health at Yale University, as a new member of its Board of Directors. Dr. Vermund is a distinguished figure in pediatric medicine and infectious disease epidemiology.
This transition follows the tenure of Dr. William Haseltine, the founder CEO and Chair, who will continue to contribute as Chair. Dr. Reddy's promotion underscores his influential journey within ACCESS Health. With a background in cardiology and co-founding CARE Hospitals in 1997, Dr. Reddy's commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare has been evident. Expressing gratitude, he stated, "The groundwork laid over the past 15 years will steer our vision amidst emerging health challenges."
Dr. Vermund's addition brings global insights, reflecting his pivotal roles at Yale and the Global Virus Network. His significant contributions to HIV/AIDS and COVID-19 research, particularly in resource-limited settings, align closely with ACCESS Health's mission. Dr. Vermund commented, “ACCESS Health aims to bolster health system effectiveness in regions lacking equitable healthcare. As a Board member, I am eager to contribute. In 2024, amid global challenges and environmental threats, ACCESS's mission remains crucial.”
Founded in 2007 in Hyderabad, India, ACCESS Health is a leading organization in health systems research and innovation. Collaborating globally with governments, private sectors, and researchers, it operates from offices in New Delhi, Hyderabad, Singapore, and Dubai. Emphasizing a comprehensive approach to health systems, it covers governance, payers, providers, community, and information systems. Noteworthy initiatives include providing technical assistance to Indian state governments for the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (India’s flagship public health insurance scheme), the Global Learning Collaborative for Health Systems Resilience, the Asia Pacific Cardiovascular Disease Alliance, and the India Health Systems Collaborative, fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration.
With Dr. Reddy assuming the role of CEO and Dr. Vermund contributing extensive expertise to the Board, ACCESS Health is poised for a phase of growth and impact. Its commitment to community-centric, inclusive healthcare policies, innovations, and collaborations will further solidify its position as a frontrunner in health systems research, capacity building, advocacy, and implementation.
