Akbar Waljee, MD, MSc

 Akbar Waljee
Leslie D Yamada and Tachi Yamada M.D. Director
Lyle C Roll Professor of Medicine
Professor of Epidemiology, School of Public Health
Assistant Dean, Office of Research
Professor of Learning Health Sciences
Professor of Internal Medicine, Medical School
Center Director, Global Health Equity
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Akbar Waljee, MD, MSc
Akbar Waljee
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    • Qualifications
    • Center for Health & Research Transformation (CHRT) Fellowship
      University of Michigan, United States
      2018 - 2018
      Other
    • MS
      University of Michigan, Rackham School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
      2006 - 2007
    • MD
      Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
      1998 - 2002
    • BS
      Emory University, Atlanta, GA, United States
      1994 - 1996

    Center Memberships
    • Center Member
      Opioid Research Institute
    • Center Member
      AI and Digital Health Innovation
    • Center Member
      Global REACH
    • Center Member
      Rogel Cancer Center
    • Center Member
      e-Health and Artificial Intelligence Initiative
    • Center Member
      Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation
    • Center Member
      Center for Global Health Equity

    Research Overview

    Dr. Waljee leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches and translates complex data into actionable knowledge to improve health outcomes. His work is especially transformative in the context of resource-limited environments, as it drives the provision of care that is not only efficient and effective but also equitable.

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    • Journal Article
      Machine learning models to predict low birth weight in the Kenyan Coast
      Chelangat D, Delgado IB, Waljee AK, Newton CR, Berkley JA, Abubakar A. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2026 Oct 6; DOI:10.1186/s12884-026-10029-z
    • Journal Article
      S1806 Machine Learning Models to Predict Objective Remission in Veterans With Ulcerative Colitis Treated With Thiopurines
      Hou J, Chakrabarty S, Huang J, Van T, Baker JA, Zhu J, Waljee AK. The American Journal of Gastroenterology, 2026 Oct 9; 121 (10S1): s393 - s394. DOI:10.14309/01.ajg.0001216476.99935.ac
    • Preprint
      Artificial Intelligence for Priority Cancer Control Interventions in Kenya: A Strategic Roadmap from Screening to Treatment
      Macharia P, Nessle CN, Juma P, Ngaruiya N, Wairiri L, Sayed S, Mirza KM, Waljee AK. 2026 Sep 10; Preprints.org, DOI:10.20944/preprints202609.0560.v1
    • Preprint
      Feasibility of longitudinal sleep monitoring among Kenyan healthcare workers using wearable technology.
      Njoroge W, Andai D, Lee MP, Aballa A, Khakali L, Maina R, Frank E, Atwoli L, Wu Z, Ngugi AK, Sen S, Bunde A, Shah J, Mwigereri DG, Orwa J, Waljee AK, Abubakar A, Merali Z, Forger DB. 2026 Aug 6; DOI:10.21203/rs.3.rs-10460332/v1
      PMID: 42620385
    • Journal Article
      Incidence and risk factors for stillbirth in Kenya, Mozambique and the Gambia: the PRECISE cohort study.
      Mwashigadi G, Akuze J, Koech A, Jah H, Roca A, D'Alessandro U, Sevene E, Maculuve S, Valá A, Singh S, Atkins B, Omuse G, Mukhanya M, Volvert M-L, Magee L, Craik R, Temmerman M, von Dadelszen P, Blencowe H, PRECISE Network . Lancet Reg Health Afr, 2026 Aug; 6: None DOI:10.1016/j.lanafr.2026.100089
      PMID: PMC13473389
    • Journal Article
      Lessons learned from the validation of a machine learning-based colorectal carcinoma screening pipeline in sub-Saharan Africa
      Githuka A, Balis UGJ, Kim YC, Weinheimer-Haus EM, Williams CL, Cheng JY, Yao K, Blau J, Baker JA, Njenga P, Chepkemoi W, Parker RK, Waljee AK, Sayed S, Saleh MN. Journal of Pathology Informatics, 2026 Aug 1; 22: DOI:10.1016/j.jpi.2026.100691
    • Journal Article
      Predicting off-track development in infants aged 0–6 months in low-resource settings using machine learning
      Benson FN, Odhiambo R, Ngugi AK, Brink W, Waljee AK, Moyer CA, Zhu J, Agoi F, Abubakar A. Pediatric Research, 2026 Aug 1; 100 (3): 1100 - 1108. DOI:10.1038/s41390-026-04761-7
      PMID: 41617778
    • Journal Article
      Scalable, modular whole-slide imaging pipelines for low-resource settings: A practical framework and open notebook implementation
      Githuka A, Balis UGJ, Kim YC, Weinheimer-Haus EM, Williams CL, Cheng JI, Yao K, Blau J, Baker JA, Njenga P, Chepkemoi W, Parker RK, Waljee AK, Sayed S, Saleh MN. Journal of Pathology Informatics, 2026 Aug 1; 22: DOI:10.1016/j.jpi.2026.100692

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    Medical School News

    Akbar K. Waljee, MD, MSc, appointed Associate Dean of Global Health Research

    The Board of Regents has approved the appointment of Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., M.Sc., as associate dean of global health research, effective Oct. 1. In his new role, Waljee will report to the dean and will be responsible for leading and coordinating international research efforts in the Medical School Office of Research.
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    Department News

    DLHS’ Dr. Akbar Waljee appointed new Executive Director of Center for Global Health Equity

    Lyle C. Roll, a professor and primary faculty member in the Department of Learning Health Sciences (DLHS), Akbar K. Waljee, MD, has been appointed executive director of the Center for Global Health Equity (CGHE).
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    Medical School News

    Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., appointed assistant dean for global health research

    Lyle C. Roll Professor Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., from the departments of Learning Health Sciences and Internal Medicine, has been appointed assistant dean for global health research in the Medical School
    Department News

    Dr. Akbar Waljee named Global Health Research Assistant Dean

    Staff and faculty in the Department of Learning Health Sciences (DLHS) congratulate Lyle C. Roll Professor Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., MSc, AGAF, on his appointment to Assistant Dean for global health research in the Medical School.
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    Dr. Akbar Waljee featured in UM Center for Global Health Equity's Impact Report

    Department of Learning Health Sciences core faculty member, Lyle C. Roll Professor, Akbar Waljee, MD, MSc, AGAF, was recently featured in an article showcasing the health equity collaboration between the Aga Khan University (AKU) and the University of Michigan (U-M).