Currently, Mr. Balis is coaching 8 BSc research projects and 5 Master’s theses while teaching various courses to undergraduate and postgraduate students at the College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University. He also holds the position of freshman program coordinator at the college, enhancing the academic experience for new students. His dedication to both teaching and research makes him a valuable asset to the health sector and academia in Ethiopia.
Top Notable Publications:
Systemic and meta-analyses of diabetic retinopathy and its care-related predictors after diabetic mellitus treatment initiation in Ethiopia
Authors: Motuma, A., Birhanu, A., Regassa, L.D., Mohammed, F., Mussa, I.
Published in Endocrine and Metabolic Science, 2025, 17, 100209
Association between the use of herbal medicines during pregnancy and adverse fetal outcomes among mothers in eastern Ethiopia
Authors: Getachew, T., Tura, A.K., Dheresa, M., Regassa, L.D., Eyeberu, A.
Published in Heliyon, 2024, 10(24), e40941
Further analysis of determinants of Pentavalent and Measles immunizations dropouts among children under five years of age in Ethiopia from Mini-EDHS 2019
Authors: Tolera, M., Birhanu, A., Regassa, L.D., Balis, B., Mussa, I.
Published in BMC Health Services Research, 2024, 24(1), 1527
Knowledge, perceived needs of continuous professional’s development, and associated factors among healthcare workers in East Ethiopia: a multi-health facility-based cross-sectional study
Authors: Yadeta, T.A., Mohamed, A., Behir, K., Debella, A., Letta, S.
Published in BMC Medical Education, 2024, 24(1), 497
Diarrheal disease and associated factors among children aged 6 to 59 months in Oda Bultum District, Eastern Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study
Authors: Getachew, Z., Asefa, N., Gashaw, T., Regassa, L.D., Mussa, I.
Published in BMC Infectious Diseases, 2024, 24(1), 303
Prevalence and adverse outcomes of twin pregnancy in Eastern Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Getachew, T., Negash, A., Debella, A., Shiferaw, K., Eyeberu, A.
Published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2024, 24(1), 169
Utilization of continuous professional development among health professionals in East Ethiopia: a multi-health facility-based cross-sectional study
Authors: Yadeta, T.A., Mohammed, A., Alemu, A., Balis, B., Letta, S.
Published in BMC Medical Education, 2024, 24(1), 61
Predictor of anemia among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics at Hiwot Fana Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Eastern Ethiopia: a case-control study
Authors: Dufera, T., Dheresa, M., Dingeta, T., Balis, B., Balcha, T.
Published in International Health, 2024, 16(4), pp. 438–445
Trend, prevalence and predictors of successful vaginal birth after caesarean section in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Balis, B., Bekele, H., Hunde, A.D., Abdisa, L., Lami, M.
Published in International Health, 2024, 16(4), pp. 371–379
Patterns of basic pneumococcal conjugated vaccine coverage in Ethiopia from 2015 to 2018; further analysis of Ethiopian DHS (2016–2019)
Authors: Gamachu, M., Mussa, I., Deressa, A., Balis, B., Demissie Regassa, L.
Conclusion:
Mr. Balis’ extensive community involvement, both academically and professionally, makes him a standout candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions have had a tangible impact on healthcare and public health in Ethiopia, demonstrating his holistic approach to improving health systems.