Dr. Amjad Mohammad Zaki Akram Abaza, a dentist and holder of a master's degree in public health from Universiti Malaya, has dedicated his life to improving oral and public health, particularly among children and Palestinians.
Dr. Amjad Abaza, 28, received his Master of Public Health from the Faculty of Medicine at Universiti Malaya during the 63rd Convocation Ceremony held yesterday.
“Usually, dentists don't pursue further studies in public health, but I felt the need to do something that satisfies my soul and helps people, especially in Palestine.
“It's a great feeling after two years of hard work invested in my studies, being away from my family, and coping with the challenges in Palestine. Sometimes, it's challenging to focus on studies without my family by my side.
“I want to contribute as much as possible to help as many people as I can, regardless of who they are or where they live. I just want to assist people and contribute to humanity,” he said.
The opening session of the 63rd Convocation was declared by His Royal Highness, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah Al-Maghfur-Lah, the Chancellor of Universiti Malaya. Universiti Malaya this year celebrated 8,326 graduates in the 63rd Convocation Ceremony in 15 sessions from 25th November to 2nd December, 2023.