Articles (Guests )
The guest contributors of the MMS Global Foundation bring diverse expertise and inspiring perspectives across spirituality, community leadership, education, health, science, and social impact. Dr. Asim Mohd Mohiuddin reflects on rediscovering deeper Islamic identity, while Dr. M. Basheer Ahmed analyzes the causes and solutions for Muslim disunity. Dr. Faroque Ahmad Khan shares a faith-driven journey of leadership, and Dr. Azher Quader urges Muslims to embrace Ramadan as a month of inner transformation. Celebrating innovation, Dr. Ather Mirza’s legacy highlights medical excellence rooted in compassion. Educator Javeed Mirza champions inclusive learning and digital equity, and Dr. Saima Chaudhary emphasizes women’s health and culturally sensitive care. One guest narrates a personal journey toward multifaith connections that foster empathy and harmony, and Dr. Afzal U. Ahmed reflects on faith-inspired global humanitarian work. Women’s empowerment is advanced through Tahira Sharif’s financial-literacy initiatives, while Dr. Arfa Khan advocates for representation and mentorship in STEM. A tribute to Dr. Basheer Ahmed honors his decades of service to global Muslim communities. Dr. Abida Khatoon Haque highlights women’s education and social development, and Dr. Suhail Sabir shares contributions to scientific research and mentorship. Youth leader Mariya Khan inspires young Muslims toward identity and purpose, Mohammed Aslam strengthens community institutions and youth development, and Sana Rahman promotes mental health, family counseling, and emotional well-being through compassionate outreach. Together, these seventeen voices enrich the Foundation with wisdom, service, scholarship, and a shared commitment to uplifting humanity.
Guests (Contribution)
1. What I Missed as a Muslim by Asim Mohd Mohiuddin, MD.
Asim Mohd Mohiuddin, MD
Dr. Asim Mohd Mohiuddin is a medical doctor whose reflective writings focus on personal spirituality, Muslim identity, and rediscovering faith through humility, introspection, and community connection.
The article warns that modern society’s materialism, declining religiosity, and moral decay have distanced Muslims from true Islamic values. Dr. Mohiuddin argues that Islam requires more than rituals—calling for righteousness, knowledge, justice, character, and sincere faith. He urges Muslims to rise beyond minimal worship and become true Momin through ethical living and spiritual commitment.
2. Muslim Disunity:: Consequences, Causes, and Recommendations by M. Basheer Ahmed, MD.
M. Basheer Ahmed, MD.
Dr. M. Basheer Ahmed is a psychiatrist, scholar, and global humanitarian leader focused on Muslim social issues, mental health, inter-community harmony, and promoting unity by addressing historical, political, and religious causes of sectarian conflict
The article outlines the deep historical, political, and theological roots of Muslim sectarianism, showing how leadership struggles, colonial manipulation, and modern geopolitics intensified Sunni-Shia divisions. Dr. Ahmed urges Muslims to reject hatred, embrace dialogue, respect differences, prioritize shared beliefs, and work collectively toward unity, peace, justice, and reconciliation across the global Muslim community.
Dr. Faroque Ahmad Khan, M.B., M.A.C.P.
Dr. Faroque Ahmad Khan is a distinguished physician, interfaith leader, professor, and philanthropist. A pioneering American Muslim, he advanced medical education, built major community institutions, and championed Muslim-Jewish dialogue and interfaith harmony.
Dr. Khan narrates his journey from Kashmir to becoming a leading Muslim physician and interfaith bridge-builder in America. Through AMJID and the Interfaith Institute, he fostered Muslim-Jewish understanding, challenged stereotypes, and promoted respectful dialogue. His story highlights leadership grounded in service, compassion, professionalism, and active engagement with diverse communities.
4. Will This Be the Ramadan That Transforms Us? By Dr.Azher Quader, MD
Dr. Azher Quader, MD.
Dr. Azher Abdul Quader is a retired surgeon, writer, and community leader, co-founder of Compassionate Care Network, dedicated to reducing health disparities, empowering underserved communities, and promoting civic engagement through education and compassionate service.
Dr. Quader urges Muslims to treat Ramadan as a catalyst for lasting transformation through physical, intellectually, and spiritual. He emphasises disciplined fasting, deeper Quranic reflection, social responsibility, and sincere character development. Ramadan, he argues, must inspire continuous self-improvement, service to others, and a lifelong commitment to justice, compassion, and meaningful change.
5. Dr.Ather Mirza: A Legacy of Excellence, Innovation, and Compassion
Dr. Ather Mirza
Dr. Ather Mirza is a renowned orthopedic and hand surgeon, inventor, medical leader, and humanitarian. With 49 patents and decades of surgical innovation, he exemplifies excellence, mentorship, compassion, and visionary healthcare leadership.
Dr. Mirza’s life reflects extraordinary dedication to surgical excellence, innovation, and service. From pioneering hand surgery techniques to creating medical devices and leading healthcare institutions, his impact spans medicine, mentorship, and philanthropy. His humanitarian work and inspiring message urge future generations to pursue integrity, perseverance, unity, and meaningful global contribution.
6. Javeed Mirza—Educator, Social Entrepreneur & Advocate for Inclusive Learning
Javeed Mirza, BS,MA,PhD
Javeed Mirza is an educator, activist, and social entrepreneur with expertise in economics, engineering, technology, and pedagogy, dedicated to transforming education for marginalized communities through critical thinking, digital literacy, blended learning, and social justice–focused reform.
Javeed Mirza’s article highlights his mission to revolutionize education for underserved communities through NEIEA’s low-cost, blended-learning model. He emphasizes critical thinking, teacher empowerment, digital access, and equity-focused pedagogy, aiming to break cycles of poverty and inequality. His vision centers on inclusive, scalable, innovative education that uplifts marginalized children worldwide.
7. Meet Our Guest: Dr. Asem Mohiuddin
Asem Mohd Mohiuddin, MD
Dr. Asem Mohiuddin is a renowned Radiation Oncologist trained at top global institutions, recognised for pioneering cancer research, advancing treatment innovation, mentoring physicians, and practising compassionate, faith-centred, patient-driven medical care.
Dr. Mohiuddin reflects on his journey from Hyderabad to becoming an internationally respected cancer specialist. Guided by mentors and driven by observation, innovation, and perseverance, he advanced research, clinical practice, and technology. He emphasises humility, continuous learning, and trusting in Allah. His message inspires future generations to serve humanity with excellence and compassion.
8. Meet our Guest : Dr.Basheer Ahmed
Dr. Basheer Ahmed, MD.
Dr. Basheer Ahmed is a distinguished psychiatrist, professor, humanitarian, and former IMANA President, known for decades of medical service, interfaith leadership, mental health advocacy, and impactful community work across the United States.
Dr. Basheer Ahmed reflects on his journey as an immigrant physician in America, celebrating opportunity while urging youth to champion justice, civic engagement, and moral courage. He warns against silence in the face of inequality and calls young Muslims to lead with faith, service, and bold action to build a just society.
9. The People’s Pope By Dr. Azher Quader. MD
Dr. Azher Quader, MD, is a writer, thinker, and community leader, founding president of Community Builders Council and Compassionate Care Network, dedicated to social justice, interfaith harmony, and community empowerment.
This tribute honors Pope Francis as a humble, justice-driven global moral leader. Dr. Quader reflects on his simplicity, courage, interfaith compassion, advocacy for refugees and the planet, and fearless pursuit of truth. His life remains a guiding light—urging humanity toward unity, justice, and genuine service.
10. Meet our Guest: Dr. Saima Chaudhary
Dr. Saima I. Chaudhry, MD, MSHS
Dr. Saima I. Chaudhry is a renowned physician-executive, academic leader, and healthcare innovator serving as Vice President and Chief Academic Officer at Memorial Healthcare System, shaping medical education excellence across major U.S. institutions.
Dr. Chaudhry urges young professionals to choose careers as service to God and strive for leadership rooted in integrity, purpose, and excellence. She emphasizes aligning work with faith, embracing responsibility, and pursuing meaningful impact. Leadership, she explains, multiplies one’s ability to serve humanity and transform society through righteous, intentional action.
11. Meet our Guest : My Journey towards Multifaith Connections
Rev. Vicky L. Eastland, MA, MDiv,
Rev. Vicky L. Eastland is a Christian minister and multifaith leader who founded and leads the Brookville Multifaith Campus, fostering interfaith harmony, learning, and collaboration among Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities.
Rev. Eastland describes her spiritual journey from a Christian upbringing to becoming a multifaith bridge-builder. Through deep friendships and shared work with Muslim and Jewish leaders, she helped establish the Brookville Multifaith Campus—a unique model promoting understanding, coexistence, and service. Her story highlights how embracing diverse faiths expands compassion and strengthens community peace.
12. Meet our Guest : Afzal U Ahmed, MD
Afzal U Ahmed, MD.
Dr. Afzal U. Ahmed is a highly accomplished diagnostic radiologist trained in India and the U.S., serving West Virginia for over four decades while supporting global charitable healthcare initiatives with humility and compassion.
Dr. Ahmed recounts his journey from Hyderabad to a long, successful radiology career in America, shaped by strong early Islamic values, hard work, and perseverance through life-threatening challenges. Emphasizing faith, gratitude, and patience, he urges young people to seek Allah’s guidance, embrace learning, and trust divine mercy through life’s trials.
13. Meet Our Guest : Tahira Sharif
Tahira Sharif – Entrepreneur & Women’s Empowerment Advocate
Tahira Sharif is a Pakistani-American community leader, activist, and humanitarian whose journey from single motherhood to multifaith service has inspired many through empowerment work, charity initiatives, and mental-health advocacy.
Tahira’s story reflects resilience, faith, and purposeful service. Overcoming single motherhood, personal loss, and hardship, she transformed grief into the Ali Hasnain Foundation, empowering women, youth, and marginalized communities. Through leadership roles, humanitarian projects in Pakistan and the U.S., and emotional-wellness outreach, she proves adversity can inspire transformation, dignity, and service.
14.Meet our Guest: A Case of Serendipity: by Ellen Chaudhury
Ellen Chowdhury, Nurse
Ellen Chowdhury is a Jewish American nurse, educator, and community advocate who spent 57 years in a loving interfaith marriage, exemplifying unity, resilience, and bridge-building across cultural and religious boundaries.
Ellen recounts her remarkable interfaith life with her Muslim husband, built on love, respect, and shared values. Together they raised children honoring both faiths, transformed personal tragedy into community advocacy, and devoted their careers to healthcare and service. Her story affirms that compassion, understanding, and connection can transcend all differences.
15. Meet our guest: Dr. Arfa Khan
Arfa Khan MD, FACR
Dr. Arfa R. Khan, a pioneering thoracic radiologist and Professor Emeritus at Hofstra/Northwell, is a trailblazing physician, educator, researcher, and community leader whose six-decade career embodies excellence, service, and empowerment.
Dr. Arfa Khan’s life reflects extraordinary achievement in medicine, education, and community service. From Kashmir’s first medical valedictorian to a renowned U.S. radiologist, mentor, researcher, and interfaith leader, she advanced healthcare, empowered women, and uplifted underprivileged students. Her legacy continues through global service, scholarship programs, and inspiring guidance for future generations.
16. A Life of Service: Dr. Basheer Ahmed’s Legacy at 90
M. Basheer Ahmed, MD.
Dr. Basheer Ahmed, a pioneering psychiatrist and humanitarian, founded MCC for Human Services in Texas. His lifelong commitment to medical service, refugee support, mental health, and community empowerment reflects extraordinary leadership and compassion
At 90, Dr. Basheer Ahmed reflects on a life devoted to service—from psychiatry and geriatric care to founding Texas’s first Muslim charitable clinic. He championed volunteerism, dignity, and community upliftment. Now writing a 20-book series on Muslim scientific heritage, he urges future generations to live with purpose, compassion, and unwavering hope.
17. Meet our Guest : Dr. Abida Khatoon Haque
Dr. Abida Khatoon Haque, M.D.
Dr. Abida Khatoon Haque is a trailblazing pulmonary pathologist, educator, researcher, and community leader whose five-decade career spans the U.S. and Canada, marked by academic excellence, mentorship, and service.
Dr. Haque’s distinguished career includes major contributions to pulmonary pathology, extensive research, and training over 300 residents. As a professor, leader, IMANA president, author, and volunteer, she advanced medicine and community service globally. Her legacy blends scientific achievement, compassionate leadership, and a lifelong commitment to education, faith, and uplifting underserved communities.
18. A Beacon of Possibility: Reflections on Zohran Mamdani’s Mayoral Victory
Dr. Faroque Ahmad Khan, M.B., M.A.C.P.
Dr. Faroque Ahmad Khan is a distinguished physician, interfaith leader, professor, and philanthropist. A pioneering American Muslim, he advanced medical education, built major community institutions, and championed Muslim-Jewish dialogue and interfaith harmony.
Zohran Mamdani’s election as NYC’s first Muslim mayor reflects renewed pluralism, cross-community unity, and grassroots power. His leadership challenges Islamophobia, embodies justice and compassion, and inspires Muslims toward active, ethical civic engagement.
19. An Essay from our Notable Guest By Syed Aijaz Hussaini,
Syed Aijaz Hussaini,MD
Dr. Aijaz Hussaini, a board-certified pediatrician in Ohio, is known for compassionate, family-centered care, preventive medicine, and child development. A pediatric neurology fellow, now retired, he and neonatologist wife Emolyn promote community health, equity, lifelong learning, and holistic pediatric wellness.
Articles (Index)
1. What I Missed as a Muslim by Asim Mohd Mohiuddin, MD.
2. Muslim Disunity:: Consequences, Causes, and Recommendations by M. Basheer Ahmed, MD.
4. Will This Be the Ramadan That Transforms Us? By Dr.Azher Quader, MD
5. Dr.Ather Mirza: A Legacy of Excellence, Innovation, and Compassion
6. Javeed Mirza—Educator, Social Entrepreneur & Advocate for Inclusive Learning
7. Meet Our Guest: Dr. Asem Mohiuddin
8. Meet our Guest : Dr.Basheer Ahmed
9. The People’s Pope By Dr. Azher Quader. MD
10.Meet our Guest: Dr.Saima Chaudhary
11.Meet our Guest : My Journey towards Multifaith Connections
12. Meet our Guest : Afzal U Ahmed, MD
13. Meet Our Guest : Tahira Sharif
14. Meet our Guest: A Case of Serendipity: by Ellen Chaudhury
15. Meet our guest: Dr. Arfa Khan
16. A Life of Service: Dr. Basheer Ahmed’s Legacy at 90
17. Meet our Guest : Dr. Abida Khatoon Haque
19. An Essay from our Notable Guest By Syed Aijaz Hussaini, MD.