Eng. Abdullah Mohammed Al-Issa
Deputy Minister for eHealth and Digital Transformation
Education:
- Software Engineering from King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals.
- Courses from different institutes like IMD, Harvard, Kellogg School of Management and other top institutes.
Positions:
- MoH's Deputy Minister for eHealth and Digital Transformation 2022 up to now.
- CEO of Tawakkalna Platform 2020-2022.
- Assistant deputy minister for Products and development in MoF.
- Director of business development and Projects in Elm.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Supervising the development, implementation, and evaluation of e-health systems and digital transformation initiatives within the Ministry.
- Providing strategic direction and guidance on how to use technology to improve health care provision.
- Collaborating with stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government agencies and technology companies, to develop and implement digital health solutions.
- Ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations, including protecting patient information and other sensitive data.
- Leading innovation and digital transformation in the healthcare sector to improve healthcare services and outcomes for all individuals.
- Supervising the planning and implementation of digital transformation projects within the healthcare sector, including the development of e-health platforms and remote care services.
- Leading digital transformation efforts within the healthcare sector to enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and increase access to healthcare services.
- Follow up and research on emerging technologies and best practices in the field of e-health and digital transformation and integrate them into the Ministry’s strategic planning and decision-making processes.
Contact Info:
Office Phone: 2124000 Ext NO: 5566
E-mail