Poor data management remains a critical challenge within Nigeria’s healthcare sector, impeding the efficiency of service delivery. Public hospitals often contend with underfunding, inadequate record-keeping, and administrative inefficiencies, all of which can negatively affect patient care.
Despite technological advances, many hospitals still rely on manual, paper-based records. This outdated approach not only slows down processes but also increases the risk of incomplete, lost, or inaccurate medical histories. These inefficiencies often result in misdiagnoses, prescription errors, and challenges in tracking patient progress.
However, a growing number of public and private stakeholders are now exploring technology-driven solutions to tackle the systemic issues bedevilling Nigeria’s healthcare sector and transforming service delivery.
In response to this challenge, Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading digital payment and commerce companies, has introduced its Electronic Medical Records (EMR) solution, eClinic. Known primarily for its digital payments infrastructure across Africa, Interswitch has recently expanded its innovative footprint into the health-tech space.