Dr. Ismail Mehr, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist in Hornell, New York, affiliated with St. James Hospital and Bath Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Mehr served as President of the Islamic Medical Association of North America, a leading resource and network for American-Muslim physicians, dentists, and other healthcare professionals from 2013-2015. He has been the driving force and currently serves as the Chair of IMANA Medical Relief, a program that focuses on disaster medical relief and healthcare support and has provided treatment to over 2.5 million patients in 34 countries and counting. Over the years Dr. Mehr has participated in over 25 missions to various countries. As a strong advocate of making a difference in people’s lives across the world by providing free healthcare at their doorsteps, Dr. Mehr is often invited as a content expert by media outlets and professional associations to speak.

Shariq Sayeed, MD received his undergraduate degree in Biology at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, graduating in 1994. He received his Doctor of Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine in 1998. He completed his surgical residency in 2005 at the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY, followed by his Vascular/Endovascular Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Sayeed is Board Certified in General and Vascular Surgery. He is also certified in Vascular Sonography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and has special interests in minimally invasive endovascular surgical techniques, management of carotid disease, aortic aneurysms, peripheral bypass grafting, and carotid stenting. His hospital appointments include Wellstar Kennestone Hospital and Wellstar Cobb Hospital.

Dr. Kanwal Chaudhry is a distinguished physician with dual board certifications in emergency medicine and pediatrics, showcasing her exceptional expertise in both adult and pediatric care. With a commitment to humanitarian efforts, she has embarked on her 21st medical mission with the Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA), demonstrating her unwavering dedication to providing medical assistance to underserved communities worldwide. Dr. Chaudhry's passion for serving others extends beyond her work with IMANA, as she has also collaborated with numerous other organizations in delivering healthcare to those in need. Her profound experience and compassionate approach have made her an invaluable asset in crisis zones, including her recent return to Gaza for her second mission. Dr. Chaudhry's tireless commitment to improving healthcare access and her selfless devotion to humanitarian causes exemplify her as a beacon of hope and healing in the medical community.

Dr. Azeem Elahi is an esteemed physician specializing in Pulmonary and Critical Care, and is known for his exceptional clinical skills and compassionate approach. Dr. Elahi's attended University of Western Ontario for his undergrad, followed by earning his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, and pursued fellowship training in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Elahi has been recognized for his dedication, receiving honors such as the Castle Connolly Top Doctor award and the Critical Care Fellow 'Profound Dedication to Patient Care' award. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine by the ABIM, Dr. Elahi specializes in a wide range of pulmonary and critical care services, including thoracic oncology, interventional pulmonology, and advanced bronchoscopy techniques. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Elahi is committed to global health initiatives, having participated in medical missions to Gaza, Syria, Bangladesh, Sierra Leone, Pakistan, and Puerto Rico, providing essential medical care to underserved populations.