Dr Ahmed I. Mohamed

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Dr Ahmed I. Mohamed

Chief Executive Officer at Pharmacy and Poisons Board

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Dr. Ahmed I. Mohamed is a Kenyan medical leader currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), Kenya’s national drug regulatory authority. He is recognized for spearheading reforms to strengthen medicine safety, regulatory efficiency, and international partnerships. 
 Education & Medical Background
1.Holds an MBChB degree in Medicine.
2.Specialized in Internal Medicine with broad expertise across critical care, oncology, dermatology, maternal and child health, and mental health. 
3.Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association. 
Leadership Roles
a)CEO, Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) – Leads Kenya’s drug regulatory authority, ensuring the safety, quality, and effectiveness of medicines and health technologies.
b)Oversees post-market surveillance, digital modernization of regulatory systems, and expansion of regional offices to improve public access. 
c)Advocates for patient-centered regulation, prioritizing public health over commercial interests.
Professional Experience
Medical Officer, Pumwani Maternity Hospital (2024–present) – Focused on maternal and neonatal care. 
Medical Officer Intern, Kakamega County Referral Hospital (2023–2024) – Gained frontline experience in general practice and emergency care. 
Extensive practice in internal medicine, covering chronic disease management, reproductive health, cardiology, renal care, and oncology.