I am a physician who gradually found his way into public health, health economics, and public policy. I like to read and write, and I often prefer to observe life from a slight distance—though in my work I tend to become deeply involved. That, however, is another story.

 

This photo stream began in 2007, after my father passed away. A few months later, God blessed me with a beautiful, angelic daughter. In that in-between space of loss and grace, photography became my way of holding on to life, memory, and meaning.

 

What you see here is a long-running personal visual archive—people, places, landscapes, and moments from across Pakistan and beyond. It moves between history and everyday life, public figures and ordinary scenes, architecture, travel, and nature—sometimes carefully observed, sometimes quietly incidental. Together, these images are less about spectacle and more about lived experience, preserved with affection, curiosity, and respect. Perhaps, before I die, I might dare to say—like Boris Pasternak—that I made the world weep at the beauty of my land. It is, admittedly, a tall order.

 

Comments are most welcome. This space is not meant for defamation; please avoid allegations against any individual, living or deceased, unless supported by evidence. Let us live and let live. To explore, click on “Albums” and follow whichever of the nearly 600 collections draws you in. Your feedback keeps this work alive—feel free to follow, favorite, comment, or leave a testimonial.

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  • JoinedJanuary 2007
  • OccupationPublic Health and Public Policy Specialist
  • HometownIslamabad, Pakistan
  • Current cityKansas City, Missouri
  • CountryUSA

Testimonials

ڈاکٹر صاحب بہت اچھا کام کیا ہوا ہے آپ نے اس جدوجہد میں ہم نے بھی کسر باقی نیں رکھی سلام پیش کیا ، سردار فاروق کریم چیئرمین ورلڈ ہیومن رائٹس آرگنائزیشن

November 14, 2021

Pictorial history by Kazi sahib is a great service for posterity. Most of the photos from era lost to the mists of time, especially from Pakistan, remind of the peaceful and simpler times this country passed through. Ab tau kehat ur rijal hai.

September 26, 2019
RayhanCh says:

Incredible sir..... speechless

July 4, 2018
S Afzal says:

Dr. Kazi's picture collection is like an encyclopedia! These pictures are the evidence of the brilliant people we have in Pakistan, they also are tremendous pieces of history and always bring back fond memories from the good days of Pakistan! I'm regular visitor of this wonderful photostream and always enjoy this marve… Read more

Dr. Kazi's picture collection is like an encyclopedia! These pictures are the evidence of the brilliant people we have in Pakistan, they also are tremendous pieces of history and always bring back fond memories from the good days of Pakistan! I'm regular visitor of this wonderful photostream and always enjoy this marvelous collection! Keep it up Dr. Sahib!

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March 16, 2012

ALL i can write here is , if u like to read Pakistan's history in pictures then DOCTOR KAZI's photo stream is the answer , Excellent work DOC

April 16, 2010
coolkashi says:

Kazi sab app ne muje or mere jaise kaie pakistanio ko un ke History pics mian dikha de ha, app bohat acha kam kar ahe han or ya pics to Pakistan ka asasa han or app ne beshak bohat mehnat ki ha in ko upload karne mian, app ka bohat shukria

January 24, 2010

Ada Kazi, I have been following your photostream since long without adding myself as a contact. I have done this now. It is very difficult to express in words your wonderful work -- both photographs and history write- ups. Everyone I know who access your page really admire it. I am sure you will keep it up and I wish … Read more

Ada Kazi, I have been following your photostream since long without adding myself as a contact. I have done this now. It is very difficult to express in words your wonderful work -- both photographs and history write- ups. Everyone I know who access your page really admire it. I am sure you will keep it up and I wish you the very best.

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January 29, 2009

Very Impressive collection. It is worth browsing.

January 17, 2009

Doctor sahib is doing great job and and have made DRY subject(history) intresting......

May 23, 2008

Excellent collection of great leaders of all times.

April 12, 2008

Some of the most historic and rarest photos and an amazing collection of photographs from the most famous personalities of the twentieth century.

September 12, 2007
Scattered Cakes (deleted)

Kazi sb. is doing a great service to history, told and untold. He appears to be a well read person who seems to have gone great lengths to sift through the pages of history and bring out gems for us. Kazi sb. may Allah give you more strength and courage to continue this excellent service in the name of preserving histo… Read more

Kazi sb. is doing a great service to history, told and untold. He appears to be a well read person who seems to have gone great lengths to sift through the pages of history and bring out gems for us. Kazi sb. may Allah give you more strength and courage to continue this excellent service in the name of preserving history and letting the world know about it. Keep up the good work. God bless you.

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June 23, 2007
Envious Throne (deleted)

Mr.Kazi's photo stream is a combination of old and new historical vision and reflection of broad mental horizen,after looking,it gives a cheerful feeling....Well done Kazi sahib..

June 7, 2007
aashee says:

Mr Kazi's photo-stream is like an archive. I enjoy visiting it once a week to see his new additions. It is always a pleasurable experience, especially because he takes the time and effort to write about the historical significance of those rare pictures :) Keep up the good effort !!!

May 3, 2007