Name and how long you have been in the industry:
My name is Eng. Millicent Alooh and I have been in the biomedical engineering industry for over 15 years. I’ve worked in various capacities, from hands-on technical roles to leadership positions in biomedical engineering societies and in programs like NEST360, which aims to improve neonatal healthcare through sustainable medical technologies across Africa.
What is your biggest accomplishment and/or proudest moment of your career?
My proudest moment has been establishing the Women in Biomedical Engineering, WIBEK and Africa Women in Biomedical Engineering Alliance (AWIBEA), platforms that empowers women in the biomedical field. Another accomplishment I hold dear is being part of life-saving innovations under NEST360, focusing on neonatal healthcare, where our efforts directly impact the survival rates of newborns. Seeing how biomedical engineering can improve lives has been the highlight of my career.
What does this TechNation Award nomination mean to you?
This nomination recognizes the hard work and dedication of not only myself but also the entire community of biomedical engineers who have worked tirelessly to transform healthcare in Africa. It validates the importance of leadership in healthcare technology management and the impact women can have in shaping the future of healthcare. It motivates me to keep pushing boundaries and to continue inspiring the next generation of engineers.
What can we do as Women in HTM to help inspire others in the industry?
We can inspire others by creating more platforms for mentorship, like WIBEK and AWIBEA, to guide and uplift young women in healthcare technology management. Sharing our stories, challenges, and successes openly can demystify the field and encourage more women to join. Additionally, fostering collaborations, advocating for policy changes, and ensuring that gender diversity is prioritized in decision-making processes will help shape a more inclusive and innovative future in healthcare technology.