Shabbir I. Abbas
Epidemiologist
1140 Connecticut Avenue North West Suite 200 D.C. Washington, 20036About
Education and Training
MD and MPH at Addis Ababa University
Board Certification
Board Certified in Epidemiology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local and International Public Speaking -
Professional Society Memberships
- European Public Health Alliance, Emergency Medical Associates, Center for Population Health and Aging
What do you attribute your success to?
- Life experiences, commitment, hard work, clear vision of goals, dedication, his family and wife, giving back to the people.
Hobbies / Sports
- Soccer, Football, Jogging, Swimming, Family
Favorite professional publications
- World Journal of AIDS, American Journal of Public Health, The Lancet, Journal of the American Medical Association
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