Christy Turlington Instagram – What a shock to arrive in Kenya today, with so many fond memories of previous travels across the continent, and then to learn about the passing of #paulfarmer this evening. I crossed paths with Dr. Farmer on a few occasions as I was becoming more familiar and enamoured with global health leaders as a student at @maifmailman. Paul’s modest and kind manner drew me in immediately and our interactions quickly grew into a friendship. I visited Haiti for the first time in 2011 with him. What an experience that was! We visited families in their homes in the surrounding area to witness firsthand the “accompaniateur model” and his gentle bedside manner he was known for the world over. To say he had a serious impact on me would be a massive understatement. This photo was taken of us, along with my founding partner @etthornton at the @partnersinhealth campus in Canges. That first visit inspired many others to Haiti since, and also introduced me to other maternal health partners in the region. Some of @everymomcounts’ very first grants were allocated there, toward the new hospital in Mirabalais in the Central Plateau and to @midwives4haiti in nearby Hinche. I was honored to be invited to join his @harvardmed global health council and enjoyed every Master Class I was lucky to be invited to during those years. I feel so fortunate to have spent time with you, laughing and dancing together at the Wozo and seeing your less serious side. Thank you for your service and for the inspiration of a generation dedicated to your unwavering commitment to social medicine and to ensuring the highest attainable standards of health for all. 🙏🏽