Paul Farmer's work profoundly influenced global health initiatives by emphasizing the need for equity in health care. His experiences as a medical student in Haiti exposed him to severe health disparities, inspiring his commitment to addressing poverty as a barrier to health. Farmer’s founding of Partners In Health sought to provide high-quality medical care in underserved areas. His approach intergrated community health and social justice, advocating for the right to health as a fundamental human right. Farmer's work has reshaped global health policy, focusing on integrating health access with economic development.