Project scope: The project aims to collaborate with PATH in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to develop an HIV module within the OpenMRS electronic medical record system. This module will enhance the existing system's capacity to manage HIV/TB/MNCH-related patient data efficiently. The project team consists of members from OpenMRS and PATH, with designated project managers overseeing the implementation. Development of this MVP is from April 2024 to September, 2024.
Stakeholders: CDC DRC, PATH DRC, ANICNS (The Digital Health Agency in DRC), DSNIS (Division of the National Health Information System) , PNLS (HIV program in DRC), PNLT (TB program in DRC), MNCH
EMR Requirements Gathering Process and Stakeholder Engagement
1. EMR Requirements Gathering Process
Initial HISEMR Site Assessment: PATH DRC began the EMR implementation process with a comprehensive site assessment. This involved evaluating existing health infrastructure, technological capabilities, and the specific needs of healthcare facilities across the country. The assessment provided crucial insights into the readiness and requirements for implementing an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system tailored to local contexts.
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