LASG staff clinic gets digital upgrade with 4 major projects
By Adeola Ogunrinde
The Lagos State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Global Fund and the Saving One Million Lives Program for Results (SOMLPforR), have inaugurated series of cutting-edge projects at the Folarin Coker Staff Clinic in Alausa, Ikeja.
The projects, designed to enhance digital healthcare, power reliability, and security, mark a new chapter in service delivery for staff and patients.
The inaugurated projects include a state-of-the-art Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, funded by the Global Fund through its Grant Management Unit, and three additional projects supported by SOMLPforR: a 30kVA hybrid lithium-powered solar inverter system, a 25-camera CCTV system, and the installation of 38 electrical fans. These initiatives aim to ensure a seamless patient experience, reduced clinic downtime, improved security, and better working conditions for healthcare providers.
Speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, emphasized the critical role of collaboration in achieving a functional health system.
“Healthcare is a complex system, and every part must work together seamlessly. Digitalization is not just about catching up; it’s about creating a system that’s efficient, patient-centered, and data-driven,” she noted.
Dr. Ogunyemi highlighted the importance of training healthcare workers to maximize the benefits of digital tools, stressing the need for proper maintenance and adherence to data confidentiality protocols.
She further explained how the projects align with the state’s broader goals of providing equitable, affordable, and quality healthcare.
“An electronic health system allows us to make evidence-based decisions, track patient records efficiently, and ultimately enhance service delivery. This is a significant leap forward, and I urge everyone to embrace it wholeheartedly,” she concluded.
Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, commended the collaborative efforts that brought the projects to fruition.
