Garry Conille

Haitian Physician and Prime Minister

Garry Conille - Haitian Physician and Prime Minister
Born

February 26th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Haiti

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Served as the 14th Prime Minister of Haiti from 2011 to 2012. Focused on health care issues and was involved in the country's recovery efforts following the 2010 earthquake. Prior to political office, practiced medicine and worked in various health-related roles, contributing to improvements in public health infrastructure.

Served as Prime Minister of Haiti

Worked on post-earthquake health recovery efforts

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