David-Zacharie Issom
Assistant Professor
University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO
Genève, Switzerland
Prof. at HEG-Geneva (HES-SO). Researcher in Global Health Informatics. I co-create patient-driven, data-driven solutions to improve healthcare delivery, especially for resource-constrained environments & neglected populations. Seeking R&D collaborations.
My organisation
University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO
University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO
Research Institution/University
Fribourg, Switzerland
About me
I am a Professor at the Geneva School of Business Administration (HEG-GE / HES-SO) and I lead research at the intersection of Health Informatics and Global Health Equity. My work focuses on designing digital health infrastructures that are as inclusive as they are innovative, with a specialized emphasis on rare or neglected chronic conditions such as Sickle Cell Disease.
By combining Participatory Design with cutting-edge technology, I have pioneered research into AI-driven conversational agents and patient-led digital tools to improve self-management and clinical outcomes. As a contributor to the Lancet Haematology Commission, I am committed to translating complex data into scalable, ethical, and human-centered health solutions.
At the Global Innovation Summit 2026, I am looking to foster international partnerships that bridge the gap between technological R&D and real-world patient care. I welcome discussions on:
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Ethical AI & Data Governance in healthcare.
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Scalable MedTech for resource-constrained environments.
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Public-Private Partnerships for digital health transformation.