About IME
We are a nonprofit organization committed to mobilizing resources and executing programs to aid underserved communities in both the U.S. and African nations.
Our Mission
IME's mission is to bring together healthcare professionals, policymakers, educators, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and ICT experts from Africa, the U.S., and the African Diaspora to design and implement innovative and effective programs to enhance and extend healthcare delivery in Africa and underserved communities in the U.S.
Public/private/academic partnerships are a vital mechanism for African countries to address their multifaceted healthcare challenges successfully.
Our Vision
The convergence of medical and information technology, the evolution of international policies, and changes in the public/private funding environment represent historic opportunities.
IME is open to assisting and working with African governments in developing their capacity to achieve decent and adequate healthcare services, particularly in underserved communities.
The History of IME
IME originated from a series of medical missions to Africa organized by Basil Medical Corporation (BMC), a U.S.-based company founded in 1991. Our focus was on procuring and supplying medical equipment and technology products.
In response to requests from host governments, African-American physicians were recruited by BMC to travel to various African nations, sharing their expertise with local healthcare professionals and contributing to regional capacity-building efforts.
International Medical Exchange, Inc. was officially incorporated as a nonprofit organization on January 16, 1997.
Gov. Wilder welcomed the Tanzanian Ambassador, Nyirabu, during his visit to Richmond, VA. Sponsored by BMC.
Board of Directors
Dedicated individuals committed to addressing escalating health challenges facing African populations
Mr. Basil F. Olisa
Co-Chairman and CEO, IME
Biography
Basil F. Olisa is the visionary leader behind IME's expansion and strategic direction. Based in Silver Spring, Maryland, he has orchestrated partnerships across multiple continents and spearheaded the organization's evolution from medical missions to comprehensive AI-driven healthcare initiatives. Under his leadership, IME has established partnerships with leading academic institutions and international health organizations.
Dr. Henry M. Musenge
Co-Chairman, IME
Biography
Dr. Henry M. Musenge brings extensive experience in healthcare management and consulting across African markets. As Managing Consultant at Delmore Consultants Zambia Ltd and Chairperson of Tobaka Investments Zambia Ltd, he has led numerous initiatives in healthcare infrastructure development and policy formulation. His published works focus on sustainable healthcare delivery models in resource-constrained environments.
Dr. Sylvanus A. Ayeni
Honorary Medical Director, IME
Biography
Dr. Sylvanus A. Ayeni is a distinguished neurosurgeon whose career spans decades of clinical excellence and advocacy work. As President and Founder of Pan Africa Children Advocacy Watch, he has championed healthcare access for children across the continent. His medical expertise and commitment to Pan-African health initiatives provide crucial clinical oversight for IME's programs.
Dr. Doris Browne
Board Member, IME
Biography
Dr. Doris Browne brings exceptional leadership credentials as Past President of the National Medical Association and current President and CEO of Browne and Associates, Inc. Her dual expertise in medicine and public health, combined with her extensive network within the African-American medical community, strengthens IME's mission of cross-continental healthcare collaboration.