VA’s Dr. Ziyad Al-Aly was recently named to the TIME100 Most Influential People in Health of 2024. Since 2020, he published about 20 research studies that have helped shape the world’s understanding of the long-term effects of COVID-19, which can range from debilitating fatigue and brain fog to increased risks of chronic conditions.
“From the very early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, I connected viscerally to stories of Veterans and other Americans describing lingering health issues after COVID-19,” he shared. “The condition at the time did not even have a name. So, my team and I decided to step up to the plate and do our best to understand these patients and what is happening to them.”
He continued, “I am deeply grateful to the Veterans and civilian patients who inspired us to do this work and warmly supported us along this journey. I also want to acknowledge the steadfast support of VA leaders,“ he said. “This tells me that we are on the right track—listening to patients and addressing their care needs.”
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Read more about Dr. Al-Aly’s work, what inspired him to first come work at VA, and where his research will take him next, at VA Careers.
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