Norah Maitisa

by | Oct 12, 2025 | The Healing Woman 2025

Dr Norah Maitisa, a medical doctor and global medical services director at Organon, is a leader in the fields of medicine, epidemiology, and healthcare. Her academic qualifications include an MBChB from Sefako Makgatho Health Science University (SMU), an MSc in Infectious Diseases Epidemiology from Wits, and an MBA from Wits Business School. In her current role, Maitisa is instrumental in creating efficiencies and streamlining operations within Organon’s international medical teams, ensuring smooth processes for medical review, scientific communication, and the dissemination of medical information. Her previous role involved leading medical personnel across Sub-Saharan Africa, overseeing the training of healthcare professionals on company products to ensure patient safety and optimal clinical outcomes. Her career is driven by a passion for public health and women’s health advocacy. As a founding member of the Coalition of Women’s Health in Africa (COWHA), she has contributed to advancing policy and improving access to care across the continent. She believes that women’s health is foundational to societal well-being, emphasising that nations cannot thrive without prioritising the health of women. Her guiding principle is lifelong learning, balanced with professional responsibilities, personal health,  and family. Maitisa exemplifies leadership that merges medical expertise with strategic vision, demonstrating how thoughtful, committed leadership can create a lasting impact on healthcare delivery globally.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery), Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) – MEDUNSA
  • MSc Infectious Diseases Epidemiology, Wits University 
  • MBA, Wits Business School. 
  • Diploma in Child Health and Diploma in HIV Management, College of Medicine of SA
  • Business Coaching Certification, Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) 

ACHIEVEMENTS