The Lagos State Government has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with Interswitch eClat to establish and operate the Lagos Smart Health Information Platform. This collaboration aims to revolutionize healthcare operations in Nigeria, addressing longstanding challenges in the sector.
Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwoolu highlighted the significance of this partnership, emphasizing its role in leveraging technology to enhance access to health information. The Smart Health Information Platform promises to streamline processes, eliminate payment barriers, and encourage active citizen engagement with healthcare services across Lagos State.
Interswitch, as the technology partner in this initiative, will integrate electronic medical records from multiple sources to improve healthcare experiences and facilitate better planning and policymaking. This integration is expected to bridge existing gaps in medical records management, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and access to essential healthcare tools.
Wallace Ogufere, President and CEO of Interswitch, underscored the platform’s potential to address inefficiencies in healthcare delivery. He highlighted its capability to improve transparency, streamline processes, and ensure adequate provision of medical resources, marking a significant step forward in the digital transformation of Lagos State’s healthcare infrastructure.
The go-live of the Lagos Smart Health Information Platform marks a pivotal moment in leveraging technology to overcome challenges in healthcare management. It is set to empower healthcare professionals with comprehensive data insights, enabling more informed decision-making and ultimately improving healthcare outcomes for citizens.
This public-private partnership exemplifies the commitment to advancing healthcare through innovation and collaboration. It sets a benchmark for future technological advancements in healthcare across Nigeria, paving the way for more inclusive, efficient, and accessible healthcare services.
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