Biography

Dr. Suleiman Bello A. is a dedicated Consultant Physician and Field Epidemiologist. With a passion for public health, he has played a pivotal role in strengthening tuberculosis (TB) detection and care in Nigeria. Notably, he facilitated the identification of over 1,000 TB cases among underserved, security-challenged, and hard-to-reach communities in Katsina State, ensuring their linkage to treatment. His work addresses critical gaps in TB control, contributing to Nigeria's fight against the disease. A champion of equitable healthcare access, Dr. Bello combines clinical expertise with field epidemiology to drive impactful health interventions in high-burden settings

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

Monthly portable digital X-ray screening to combat tuberculosis burden in New Katsina Prison: A scalable model for prisons

Monthly PDX-driven TB screening in Katsina New Prison significantly enhanced early detection and likely halted intra-facility transmission. This approach proved feasible, acceptable, and effective, presenting a scalable model for TB control in correctional settings globally.

Source: Conference 2024