Jacob Mathew, MD
Physician | Digital Health Consultant | AI in Healthcare Researcher
Bridging healthcare and technology at the intersection of clinical care, digital health, and artificial intelligence. Translating real clinical problems into practical, ethical, and safe technology solutions.
About
I am a medical doctor with a background in emergency medicine who works at the intersection of clinical care, digital health, and artificial intelligence in healthcare. My work focuses on translating real clinical problems into practical, ethical, and safe technology solutions.
I currently operate as a digital health consultant, researcher, and startup founder. I advise health technology startups, healthcare organizations, and innovation teams on clinical validity, workflow integration, AI safety, and regulatory readiness. My perspective is grounded in firsthand clinical experience and informed by active involvement in research, policy work, and product development.
A significant part of my work involves evaluating and designing digital tools used in healthcare settings. I focus on ensuring these systems are clinically meaningful, explainable, safe, and aligned with real-world practice rather than theoretical workflows.
I am also involved in academic and policy-oriented work related to AI governance, augmented intelligence, and ethical implementation in medicine. This includes contributions to international medical policy discussions, structured frameworks for evaluating healthcare AI, and educational initiatives for clinicians and healthcare leaders.
Focus Areas
AI & Technology
- Clinical AI Safety
- Explainable AI
- AI Governance
- Augmented Intelligence
Healthcare Strategy
- Digital Health Strategy
- Workflow Integration
- Clinician Adoption
- Healthcare Regulation
Innovation & Ethics
- Patient-Centered Innovation
- Ethical Implementation
- Technology Assessment
- Clinical Validation
Current Work
Consulting
Advising health technology startups, healthcare organizations, and innovation teams on clinical validity, workflow integration, AI safety, and regulatory readiness.
Research
Evaluating and designing AI systems for healthcare settings, with emphasis on clinical decision support, documentation tools, and patient-facing applications.
Policy Work
Contributing to international medical policy discussions, AI governance frameworks, and ethical implementation guidelines for healthcare AI systems.
Startup Building
Building and advising early-stage health technology ventures focused on reducing clinician burden, improving care quality, and strengthening trust in medical AI.
Affiliations & Professional Roles
Digital Health Consultant
Synergy HR Consulting LLC
Strategic consulting for digital health initiatives in Qatar, focusing on telemedicine, telehealth, and operations management. Delivering expert presentations and ensuring operational excellence in health technology implementation.
COO / CMO
Droobi Health (Lillia)
Held multiple executive leadership roles during a critical growth phase. Managed overall operations, clinical strategy, and product development for advanced digital health solutions in Doha, Qatar.
Emergency Medicine Physician
Ministry of Health Kuwait
Provided high-acuity clinical care at Mubarak Al-Kabeer and Al-Adan Hospitals. Led emergency department operations and integrated digital health practices into clinical workflows.
Research Assistant
Global Emergency Care Collaborative
Provided research support to an NGO developing emergency care infrastructures in rural Rukungiri, Uganda.
World Medical Association (WMA)
Working Group & Taskforce Member
Member of the Medical Technologies Working Group with a focus on AI's impact on healthcare. Previously served on the Protection of Medical Personnel and eHealth Taskforces.
American Heart Association
BLS & ACLS Instructor
Certified instructor for Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support, training hundreds of healthcare professionals in critical life-saving techniques.
Junior Doctor Network
Active Member
Contributing to international discussions and advocacy for junior doctors globaly, focusing on leadership and medical education.
IFMSA
National & Local Officer of Medical Education
Led medical education initiatives at Kuwait University, coordinating national programs and local student engagement.