Dr. Bili DOUTI | Clinique – Responsible for quality improvement at Integrated Health, Tonga
Douti Bili is a distinguished nurse and consultant specializing in continuous quality improvement in healthcare services. With a Doctorate in Nursing Sciences (Ph.D.) and extensive experience in academic and clinical settings, he has made significant contributions to healthcare education and quality improvement. Over the years, he has served in various leadership roles, including as Clinical Director at Integrate Health and Associate Researcher at several universities. Douti’s career spans teaching, research, consultancy, and international collaborations, focusing on advancing healthcare through research and training in nursing sciences.
Professional Profile
Education
Douti Bili earned his Doctorate in Nursing Sciences (Ph.D.) from the École des Sciences de la Santé, Université Catholique d’Afrique Centrale, in 2021, where he graduated with honors. He also holds a Master’s degree in Health Sciences with a focus on Nursing from the same institution in 2014. Prior to that, Douti completed a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology (Health Education and Public Health) from the University of Lomé in 2009 and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Sciences in 2004 from the Ecole Nationale des Auxiliaires Médicaux de Lomé. Additionally, he completed a series of specialized certifications in continuous quality improvement, healthcare safety, and research ethics.
Experience
Douti’s professional journey spans a variety of roles in education, clinical practice, and consultancy. Since August 2022, he has been the Clinical Director at Integrate Health, leading continuous quality improvement programs for healthcare providers. He has also worked as an Associate Researcher and Teacher at various universities, including the Université Catholique d’Afrique Centrale, where he teaches research methodology and supervises master’s theses. Douti’s consultancy experience includes his work with Médecins du Monde, where he contributed to strengthening the quality of nurse and midwife training in Togo. Additionally, he has been involved in organizing international conferences and promoting nursing science in Africa.
Research Interests
Douti Bili’s research primarily focuses on healthcare quality improvement, nursing education, self-care in chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, and resilience in healthcare systems. His recent work includes the development and validation of tools for self-care assessment in people living with hypertension in Africa and exploring the psychometric properties of self-care scales in diabetic patients. Douti also investigates the experience of self-management in chronic diseases and the role of nurses in managing such conditions, particularly in African settings.
Awards
Douti’s outstanding contributions to healthcare and nursing education have been recognized by his peers and institutions. His doctoral research, which received high praise for its academic excellence, earned him the distinction of “very honorable” with congratulations from the jury. Additionally, he has been a key contributor to multiple national and international health conferences and has received accolades for his leadership in organizing the first International Nurses Day in Cameroon. Douti is a recipient of the Black Belt Lean Six Sigma certification in 2023, further underscoring his commitment to quality improvement in healthcare.
Publication
Douti, B., Kimessoukié Omolomo, E., & Eymard, C. (2024). “Développement et validation par analyse factorielle confirmatoire de l’Échelle d’Évaluation de l’Autosoin des personnes vivant avec l’HTA (EVA-H) en Afrique.” Revue Francophone Internationale de Recherche Infirmière, 100330. Link
Morelle Ngouana, A., Kimessoukié Omolomo, E., Douti, B., & Njinzeu Nganwoua, Y. L. (2024). “Adaptation et propriétés psychométriques des échelles d’adversité et des compétences d’autosoin en contexte de diabète de type 2 au Cameroun.” Revue Francophone Internationale de Recherche Infirmière, 100348.
Otti, A., Kouamber, N. A. T., Douti, B., & Coppieters’T, Y. (2023). “Développement d’une grille d’évaluation de la qualité d’accueil et d’intégration du stagiaire infirmier dans l’équipe soignante.” Uirtus, 3(2), 170-184.
Ngouana, A. M., Kimessoukié O, E., & Douti, B. (2023). “Variabilité de l’adversité, de la résilience et de l’autosoin des personnes vivant avec le diabète de type 2.” Revue Africaniste Inter-Disciplinaire – RAID, 49, 73-88.
Eyenga, V., Kimessoukié Omolomo, E., Douti, B., & Njinzeu Nganwoua, Y. L. (2023). “Élaboration d’un modèle logique pour un programme d’accompagnement des personnes vivant avec le diabète de type 2.” In S.M. Ambomo, E. Kimessoukié Omolomo, & L. Onambelé (Eds.), Défis de la profession infirmière en Afrique : repenser la promotion des Sciences infirmières. L’Harmattan Cameroun, 163-180. ISBN: 978-2-336-42118-6.
Eyenga, V., Kimessoukié Omolomo, E., Douti, B., & Njinzeu Nganwoua, Y. L. (2023). “Étude phénoménologique de l’expérience d’autogestion des personnes vivant avec le diabète de type 2.” In S.M. Ambomo, E. Kimessoukié Omolomo, & L. Onambelé (Eds.), Défis de la profession infirmière en Afrique : repenser la promotion des Sciences infirmières. L’Harmattan Cameroun, 147-162. ISBN: 978-2-336-42118-6.
Conclusion
Douti Bili is a highly accomplished nurse, educator, and consultant, whose dedication to improving healthcare quality and advancing nursing education in Africa has earned him widespread recognition. His research, particularly in the areas of self-care and resilience in chronic disease management, has contributed significantly to the development of healthcare tools and educational strategies. With a strong commitment to quality improvement and a wealth of professional experience, Douti continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing in Africa. His leadership and scholarly contributions make him a deserving candidate for the award nomination.