Bridge Africa Technologies Limited has officially announced Dr. Leesi Saturday Komi as one of the distinguished judges for the upcoming BAT Hackathon 2025, a flagship innovation challenge that brings together the brightest African minds in technology, engineering, and social innovation. His selection to serve on the Health Innovation Excellence judging committee comes as a recognition of his remarkable contributions to telemedicine, digital health transformation, and public health equity across three continents.
With over seven years of leadership experience in healthcare strategy, community health, and digital systems integration, Dr. Komi represents a rare blend of medical expertise, global research perspective, and field-tested innovation. His inclusion on the panel underscores Bridge Africa Technologies’ commitment to aligning the BAT Hackathon with individuals who embody the spirit of progress and purposeful impact.
The BAT Hackathon is a strategic initiative of Bridge Africa Technologies Limited, designed to accelerate innovation by connecting startups, researchers, and professionals across sectors to solve pressing challenges through technology. Since its inception, BAT Hackathon has become one of Africa’s most credible platforms for showcasing transformative ideas and celebrating excellence in emerging technologies.
The 2025 edition will feature diverse award categories spanning artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, renewable energy, data systems, and health innovation. Within the Health Innovation Excellence stream, participants will focus on solutions that bridge healthcare gaps in low-resource environments, advance telehealth, and expand preventive care through digital tools.
It is in this crucial category that Dr. Leesi Saturday Komi will lend his expertise — evaluating projects not only for their technical ingenuity but also for their sustainability, accessibility, and potential to strengthen healthcare systems across Africa.
Why Dr. Leesi Saturday Komi is a Perfect Fit for the Judging Panel
Dr. Komi’s appointment reflects a deep alignment with the vision and purpose of the BAT Hackathon. A physician, epidemiologist, and public health strategist, he has built a career centered on rethinking how communities access, experience, and sustain healthcare. His journey spans clinical practice, digital health program design, and academic research, each reinforcing his authority in health systems innovation.
As Community Health Integrator at Livindi Medical Group in Illinois, USA, Dr. Komi has led initiatives that improved preventive service utilization in underserved areas by over 40 percent. By integrating telehealth with community infrastructure, he achieved a 35 percent improvement in follow-up care adherence and reduced appointment wait times by nearly 30 percent. His model now serves as a benchmark for data-driven health planning and technology-supported patient engagement.
Previously, as Telehealth Director at Medihause Health Services Ltd. in Abuja, Nigeria, he designed one of the country’s most impactful virtual-care frameworks connecting more than 42,000 patients in 27 rural communities to qualified medical professionals. His programs introduced multilingual teleconsultation support in Hausa, Yoruba, and Pidgin English, breaking communication barriers and ensuring inclusive access to healthcare.
Beyond clinical systems, his influence extends to academic and policy leadership, where he continues to shape global thinking on equitable healthcare delivery and digital transformation.
Career Highlights and Research Contributions
Dr. Komi’s academic and professional trajectory reflects a lifelong pursuit of excellence and global perspective. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Lugansk State Medical University in Ukraine, followed by a Master’s in Healthcare Management from Dominican University, Illinois, and an Executive Doctorate in Epidemiology from Swiss Montreux Business School. His academic portfolio, complemented by certifications from the University of Sydney, IBM, and Johns Hopkins University, demonstrates a continuous commitment to learning and innovation.
His contributions to public health research are vast and internationally recognized. Dr. Komi has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications across major journals, addressing areas such as AI-driven health analytics, disease surveillance, pharmacovigilance, and predictive epidemiological modeling. Notably, his 2023 review on telehealth adoption among marginalized African populations and his 2024 framework on AI-augmented patient triage have been cited as significant advancements in global digital health discourse.
In recognition of his scholarly leadership, he has been honored multiple times with “Editor of the Year” certificates (2023–2024) from leading international journals, including the Gulf Journal of Medical Sciences and the International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences. These awards commend his rigorous editorial standards and his dedication to promoting impactful research on Public Health and Health Systems, Global Health Policy, and Digital Healthcare Innovation.
His current roles as Approved Editor and Reviewer for several global journals further attest to his credibility as a thought leader who bridges research with practical health innovation.
A Commitment to Health Equity and Digital Innovation
Throughout his career, Dr. Komi has remained driven by one unchanging goal — to make healthcare more equitable and accessible for all. His fieldwork, publications, and community programs consistently focus on the intersection of health equity, technology, and sustainable development.
From his early work facilitating free health education campaigns in Nigeria to his recent initiatives in the United States, he has demonstrated how digital tools can address systemic barriers and improve population health outcomes. His work embodies the principle that technology must serve humanity, especially those most often left behind by traditional healthcare systems.
As a member of professional organizations such as the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE), the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), and the Cook County Physicians Association (CCPA), he continues to advocate for collaborative innovation in healthcare management and policy formulation.
At the BAT Hackathon 2025, Dr. Komi is expected to apply this multidimensional expertise to assess health-tech projects with an emphasis on feasibility, community relevance, and long-term public impact. His approach to judging will be informed by both data and empathy, evaluating not only technological soundness but also the potential for social transformation.
Championing the Future of Health Innovation in Africa
The inclusion of Dr. Leesi Saturday Komi on the BAT Hackathon 2025 Judging Panel reinforces Bridge Africa Technologies’ mission to cultivate leaders who merge innovation with integrity. His global experience, academic depth, and grassroots engagement make him an invaluable voice in identifying solutions that can redefine Africa’s healthcare future.
As health innovators from across the continent prepare to present their ideas, Dr. Komi’s participation ensures that each submission will be examined through a lens that values innovation, evidence, and humanity in equal measure. His appointment symbolizes not just recognition of individual achievement but also a celebration of what African expertise can offer to the world of digital health.
Bridge Africa Technologies, through this announcement, expresses its confidence that Dr. Leesi Saturday Komi’s insights will help shape the next generation of healthcare innovators, those committed to advancing inclusive, tech-driven solutions for a healthier and more connected continent.