Dr. Luqman Lawal

Head, Mayo Clinic Platform Global expansion

Dr. Luqman Lawal stands at the forefront of healthcare digitalization, uniquely blending clinical expertise, public health insights, and technological innovation. With a medical foundation from the University of Ilorin and an MPH from the University of Minnesota, Dr. Lawal has dedicated his career to advancing global health through practice and innovation.

 

Dr. Lawal’s impressive academic background is complemented by an MBA from MIT Sloan, alongside specialized training in global health delivery from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and public health planning from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. This diverse education has equipped him with a holistic view of healthcare systems and the tools to drive meaningful change.

As the Head of Global Expansion for the Mayo Clinic Platform, Dr. Lawal is a trailblazer in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) into healthcare systems worldwide. 

His work focuses on harnessing these technologies to improve health outcomes, optimize healthcare delivery, and enhance administrative efficiency, particularly in resource-limited settings. 

With over 15 years of experience in more than 70 countries, he has a proven track record of implementing transformative digital health solutions that bridge gaps between the global north and south.

 

Dr. Lawal’s leadership extends beyond Mayo Clinic. As a managing partner at Erez Capital and a member of the World Economic Forum’s digital healthcare initiative, he actively shapes the future of healthcare innovation. 

His involvement in strategic boards like Roundtable Rx, Healthful Data, and HEAL Minnesota reflects his commitment to leveraging technology for equitable healthcare access and improved health outcomes.