Shiyam Christopher, MD (Digital Doctor)
About Shiyam Christopher, MD (Digital Doctor)
Shiyam Christopher, MD, is a Telemedicine Physician with a background in medicine and digital health. He has worked in various roles, including as a Medical Superintendent and Data Analyst, and currently optimizes a Telemedicine app at Reliance Health in Nigeria.
Work at Reliance Health
Shiyam Christopher currently serves as a Telemedicine Physician at Reliance Health, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves optimizing the Telemedicine app to enhance the experience for both users and healthcare providers. He collaborates closely with the Digital Health Lead and software engineers to improve app functionality and user experience, contributing to the advancement of telehealth services in Nigeria.
Education and Expertise
Shiyam Christopher studied Medicine at the University of Calabar, where he earned a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from 2011 to 2018. He also completed a Diploma in Product Management at AltSchool Africa from 2024 to 2025. His foundational education includes attending Uncle Effiong Nursery and Primary School and the University of Calabar International Demonstration Secondary School, where he achieved his First School Leaving Certificate and Senior Secondary Certificate of Education, respectively.
Background
Shiyam Christopher has a diverse professional background in healthcare and digital health. He worked as a Medical Officer during his National Youth Service Corps in Mbaukwu, Anambra, Nigeria, from 2019 to 2020. He also held the position of Medical Superintendent at ABUJA CLINICS LTD from 2022 to 2023 and served as a Data Analyst at Sydani Group in 2021. Additionally, he was a Research Fellow at The African Centre for Digital Health Policy Research in the United Kingdom for nine months in 2023.
Professional Experience
Shiyam Christopher has accumulated significant experience in various roles within the healthcare sector. His tenure at ABUJA CLINICS LTD as Medical Superintendent involved overseeing clinical operations, while his role at Sydani Group as a Data Analyst allowed him to engage with data-driven decision-making. His experience as a Telemedicine Physician at Reliance Health further emphasizes his commitment to integrating technology into healthcare delivery.