Christos Christou
Former International President (2019-2025), Médecins Sans Frontières · Switzerland
Christos Christou is the CEO of Médecins Sans Frontières. Christou is based in Switzerland. Christou was educated at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Greek emergency and trauma surgeon who joined MSF in 2002 and served as International President from 2019 to 2025. He holds a PhD in Surgery from Kapodestrian University of Athens and a Master's in International Health from the University of Athens, and worked in conflict zones including South Sudan, Iraq, and Cameroon.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Christos Christou has focused on his advocacy for independent humanitarian operations and resistance to restrictions on aid organizations, including commentary on government demands for staff data and calls for solidarity among humanitarians. The headlines also reflect earlier reporting on organizational challenges at Médecins Sans Frontières during Christou's tenure, including internal discussions about institutional racism and concerns over the organization's approach to global health campaigns.
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Key Facts
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- Greece
- Education
- Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
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Christos Christou: FAQ
- Who is Christos Christou?
- Christos Christou is the Former International President (2019-2025) of Médecins Sans Frontières, based in Switzerland.
- What company does Christos Christou lead?
- Christos Christou is CEO of Médecins Sans Frontières.
- Where was Christos Christou educated?
- Christos Christou studied at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.