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Dr. Hajrah Afzal

Medical Innovation Advisor

Introduction

Dr. Hajrah Afzal is a medical doctor and healthcare technology professional currently serving as a Medical Innovation Advisor at Walturn. With a background in medicine and experience in technology consulting, she focuses on bridging healthcare, technology, and business through AI in healthcare, machine learning for health, and digital health innovation. Her expertise includes electronic health records (EHR), healthcare interoperability, HIPAA compliance, and AI guardrails. Dr. Afzal is passionate about leveraging emerging technologies and user-centric product development to improve clinical workflows, enhance healthcare delivery, and advance patient-centered innovation.

Education & Certification

Bayero University, Kano

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (2014–2019)

Career Essentials in Generative AI

Microsoft & LinkedIn Learning (2025)

Specialization

Data Science & Analytics

Strong foundation in statistical modeling, data preprocessing, and visualization. Skilled at uncovering insights from structured datasets and translating them into actionable strategies for business and organizational growth.

Machine Learning & AI Solutions

Experienced in supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, predictive modeling, and advanced algorithms. Adept at applying AI frameworks to solve real-world problems across HR, finance, and customer retention.

Cloud & Scalable Systems

Hands-on with Azure AI and cloud-based machine learning platforms. Capable of designing scalable solutions that integrate seamlessly with modern data ecosystems.

Cloud & Scalable Systems

Hands-on with Azure AI and cloud-based machine learning platforms. Capable of designing scalable solutions that integrate seamlessly with modern data ecosystems.

Communication & Collaboration

Effective at presenting technical findings to diverse audiences, bridging the gap between data teams and decision-makers. Collaborative mindset with experience working across product and engineering teams.

Communication & Collaboration

Specialization

AI in Healthcare & Medical Innovation

Focused on applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to healthcare challenges. Interested in developing innovative solutions that support clinical decision-making, improve healthcare processes, and enhance the delivery of medical services.

AI in Healthcare & Medical Innovation

Digital Health & Product Development

Passionate about digital health innovation and user-centric product development. Emphasizes designing technology solutions around the needs of healthcare professionals and patients to improve usability, clinical workflows, and healthcare outcomes.

Digital Health & Product Development

Healthcare Compliance & AI Guardrails

Familiar with HIPAA requirements and AI guardrails in healthcare technology. Interested in supporting responsible AI implementation, healthcare data protection, and the development of technology solutions that account for regulatory and clinical considerations.

Clinical Practice & Healthcare Delivery

Brings a medical background and clinical experience to healthcare innovation. Combines an understanding of medical practice with an interest in technology consulting to help align digital solutions with real-world healthcare needs.

Education & Certification

University of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Medicine (September 2014 – January 2020)

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Current Role at Walturn

As a Medical Innovation Advisor at Walturn, Dr. Afzal contributes to the intersection of healthcare, technology, and business. Her work focuses on medical innovation, AI applications in healthcare, digital health solutions, and the development of technology that supports clinical workflows and healthcare delivery. Her areas of expertise include EHR systems, HIPAA, FHIR, AI guardrails, and program management.

Clinical Experience

Previously served as a Medical Doctor at Holy Family Hospital in Pakistan from May 2020 to May 2021. This experience provided a foundation in clinical practice, primary care, and healthcare delivery, informing her perspective on the practical challenges faced by medical professionals and healthcare organizations.

Professional Collaborations

Works at the intersection of healthcare and technology, bringing clinical knowledge to technology consulting and medical innovation initiatives. Her interests include collaborating across healthcare and technology disciplines to develop practical, user-focused solutions that address clinical needs and improve healthcare processes.

Healthcare Technology & AI Innovation

Engaged in areas including AI in health and medicine, machine learning for health, digital health innovation, and responsible AI implementation. Her multidisciplinary background supports efforts to bridge clinical requirements with technology development and business objectives.

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