Est. 2017 · Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Bridging medical expertise and AI innovation.

Asbidale delivers high-integrity clinical research and data-driven digital health solutions for sponsors, hospitals, and institutions solving the world's most complex healthcare challenges.

Core disciplineClinical ResearchCRO services aligned to international GCP standards
Core disciplineAI & Digital HealthDiagnostics, predictive analytics, telemedicine
Core disciplineStrategic AdvisoryMarket, policy, and institutional consulting
2017Founded in Addis Ababa
06Core service lines
05Sister companies in network
09National & global partners
Sec. 01 — Who we are

Bridging innovation and local realities.

A multidisciplinary consultancy at the intersection of science and technology, empowering organizations through precision research and scalable AI.

“We no longer live in a remote past where time is in abundance. For a firm like Asbidale, or a humanitarian mission, the delay of gathering and categorizing data manually can mean the difference between a successful health intervention and a failed one.”

Clinicians collaborating in a healthcare setting

Vision

To be a globally recognized consultancy that drives innovation, strengthens healthcare systems, and creates sustainable impact for communities and organizations worldwide.

Mission

To provide high-quality, evidence-based consultancy services that empower healthcare organizations, research institutions, and development partners to make informed decisions and implement lasting solutions.

Strategic objectives

Research excellence aligned with international standards. Technological advancement in AI and digital health. Capacity building through tailored training. Collaborative growth with local and international partners.

Why Asbidale

Proven expertise bridging global standards with local insight — a multidisciplinary team delivering measurable impact through a strong network of national and international partners.

Core values
IntegrityExcellenceInnovationCollaborationAccountabilitySustainability

Sec. 02 — Core services

Six disciplines, one continuum of care.

Advancing health innovation through scientific rigor and operational excellence — from first protocol to deployed technology.

01Clinical Research & CROComprehensive support for clinical trials, ensuring studies are scientifically robust and fully compliant with international GCP standards.Focus: protocol development, regulatory submissions, site management, biostatistical analysis.Clinical
02AI-Driven Healthcare SolutionsWe apply artificial intelligence to enhance diagnostics and clinical workflows, bridging cutting-edge technology and practical patient care.Focus: diagnostic support tools, predictive analytics, clinical decision support integration.AI & Digital
03Monitoring, Evaluation & Health ResearchActionable insights through rigorous program evaluation and real-time digital data collection to drive evidence-based decisions.Focus: impact assessments, midline/endline surveys, interactive digital dashboards.Clinical
04Medical Specialty & Subspecialty ServicesStrategic advisory and operational support for institutions developing high-level specialty services and referral networks.Focus: workflow optimization, laboratory planning, oncology & pathology service integration.Clinical
05Digital Health & TelemedicineWe design and implement digital platforms that improve access and efficiency, enabling modern, technology-driven care delivery.Focus: telemedicine implementation, remote monitoring, EMR/EHR customization.AI & Digital
06Training & Capacity BuildingCustomized programs designed to upskill healthcare professionals and researchers in modern methodologies and innovation.Focus: GCP training, AI/digital health bootcamps, institutional leadership workshops.AI & Digital
Healthcare professional reviewing clinical data on a digital display

In the field

Where clinical rigor meets digital systems.

From trial sites to telemedicine workflows, our work lives in real care environments — not slide decks.

Sec. 03 — Applied AI

Deployment-ready tools, not research demos.

Our AI projects span diagnostic imaging, predictive modeling, and workflow automation — built for real-world healthcare settings.

01

Diagnostic imaging

02

Predictive modeling

03

NLP for medical records

04

Patient workflow automation

05

Clinical decision support

Clinical research team in a modern medical environment
Sec. 04 — Our people

Compassionate professionals.

A multidisciplinary team of clinicians, researchers, and technologists driving healthcare innovation and impact.

JH

Dr. Jemal Hussein

Director

Anatomic pathologist, clinical researcher, and entrepreneur.

KA

Dr. Kalid Asrat

Vice Director

Consultant pediatrician and AI healthcare innovator.

TK

Mr. Tilahun K.

Operations Manager

Optimizing service delivery and team coordination.

AK

Dr. Anatia Kifle

Medical Doctor, Clinical Researcher

MSc in Clinical Trials, Addis Ababa University (CDT Africa).

MY

Dr. Meron Yohannes, MSc, PhD

Consultant Project Officer

Project leadership and delivery across clinical research programmes.

RA

Rahel Alemu, MSc

Consultant Project Officer

PhD candidate supporting project design, coordination, and delivery.

SK

Samuel Kind, MSc

Senior Consultant Project Team Leader

PhD candidate leading consultant project teams and programme delivery.

YA

Mr. Yohannes Ayalew

HR Manager

People operations and organizational development.

RT

Rufael Tesfaye, BSc

General Manager

Leading day-to-day operations and organisational delivery.

SA

Samuel Ayele, MSc

Biostatistician and Data Manager

Biostatistics, study data integrity, and analytical reporting.

BJ

Bilal Jemal, BSc

Biomedical Engineer

Biomedical systems, equipment, and technical implementation support.

FK

Firdaws Kalid, MD

Project Officer

Supporting clinical and research project coordination and delivery.


Sec. 06 — Strategic partners

An ecosystem, not a client list.

Our partnerships supply scientific rigor, regulatory alignment, and end-to-end delivery capacity.

Ethiopia

National institutions

Research excellence, regulatory alignment, and scientific credibility at home.

  • 01Armauer Hansen Research InstituteAHRI
  • 02CDT-Africa
  • 03Gondar University
  • 04Gambella Hospital

Worldwide

International partners

Global health expertise across diagnostics, research, and clinical delivery.

  • 01Abbot RDT division
  • 02ACE Research Africa
  • 03Hargiessa Group HospitalSomaliland
  • 04Allegro BioBelgium
  • 05InTec Products, Inc.

Network

Sister companies

Operational reach across care delivery and medical supply chains.

  • 01Chechela Medical Services PLCMulti-specialty complex
  • 02Ibex HospitalGondar
  • 03JH Drugs and Medical Supplies Import PLC
  • 04Biljem Trading PLC
  • 05Dr. Kalid and Families Pediatrics Center
Sec. 07 — Get in touch

Let's discuss your next study or system.

Whether you're a trial sponsor, a hospital, or a research institution, our team responds within one business day.

Send an inquiry