Hello! I’m Yahya Ur Rehman from Pakistan.
I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 12 in 2013. Regular hospital visits and witnessing the lack of proper diabetes care in my community deeply impacted me—and inspired me to become a doctor. Today, after years of dedication, I’m proud to work as a junior doctor, using my voice and experience to advocate for others with diabetes.
Alongside my medical work, I volunteer with the Insulin4All campaign, and contribute to articles on access to care and education. I also participate in therapeutic patient education events hosted by the WHO Diabetes Compact team.As a medical student during my clinical rotations, I placed a strong emphasis on involving patients in their care plans, offering guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and mental well-being. I’ve also published research highlighting how education gaps, poor insulin access and burdened healthcare systems all contribute to diabetes complications.
Joining the Blue Circle Voices (BCV) network is a step forward in my mission to connect with fellow advocates, healthcare professionals and researchers. I want to share the stories I’ve encountered in remote hospitals—where patients face overwhelming barriers—and learn from others to help shape a more just and informed future for the global diabetes community.
“Regular hospital visits and witnessing the lack of proper diabetes care in my community deeply impacted me, and inspired me to become a doctor. Today, I’m proud to work as a junior doctor and use my voice and experience to advocate for others with diabetes.”
