Public Health Informatics Institute Hub -PHII-Hub
Enhancing public health integrated disease surveillance and response through advanced analytics and real-time intelligence.
About the Hub
The Public Health Informatics Institute Hub (PHII-Hub) focuses on developing and implementing information systems that transform public health data into actionable intelligence. We work at the intersection of public health practice, information science, and technology to create solutions that improve disease surveillance, outbreak detection, and public health response.
Our team combines expertise in epidemiology, data science, software development, and public health practice to design systems that meet the needs of diverse health organizations worldwide.
Core Focus Areas:
Hub Executive Leadership
Dr. Sarah Johnson, PhD
Director, PHII-Hub
Epidemiologist with 15 years of experience in designing disease surveillance systems and implementing real-time health analytics platforms across multiple countries.
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Key Projects
EpiSurveillance Platform
An integrated disease surveillance system that connects data from healthcare facilities, laboratories, and field workers to provide real-time monitoring of health events.
Key Features:
- Real-time data collection and analysis
- Automated outbreak detection algorithms
- Multi-source data integration
- Configurable alerts and notifications
- Mobile data collection capabilities
Implemented in 8 countries across 3 continents
HealthPulse Dashboard
An interactive visualization platform that transforms complex public health data into intuitive, actionable displays for decision-makers at all levels.
Key Features:
- Customizable dashboards for different user roles
- Geospatial mapping of health indicators
- Trend analysis and forecasting visualizations
- Comparative analytics across regions and time periods
- Data export and sharing capabilities
Used by 15+ ministries of health and 3 international health organizations
Community Health Worker Platform
A mobile-based system that enables community health workers to collect, report, and access health data in remote and resource-constrained settings.
Key Features:
- Offline data collection with automatic syncing
- Case management and follow-up tracking
- Decision support algorithms
- Performance monitoring and feedback
- Integrated training and reference materials
Supporting over 5,000 community health workers across rural and urban settings
HealthConnect Interoperability Framework
A standards-based interoperability solution that enables seamless exchange of health information between diverse systems and platforms.
Key Features:
- Support for FHIR, HL7, and other health data standards
- Flexible mapping and transformation tools
- Secure data exchange protocols
- API management and documentation
- Implementation guides and technical support
Connecting 50+ health information systems across national and regional networks
Success Stories
Reducing Response Time During Cholera Outbreak
The Eastern Province Health Department implemented our EpiSurveillance Platform just months before a potential cholera outbreak. The system detected unusual patterns in diarrheal disease reports three weeks before traditional surveillance methods would have identified the outbreak.
Health officials were able to:
- Deploy response teams to affected areas within 24 hours
- Implement targeted water safety interventions
- Monitor response effectiveness in real-time
- Adjust strategies based on daily data updates
Result: The outbreak was contained with 60% fewer cases than previous outbreaks in the region, saving an estimated 200 lives and reducing healthcare costs by approximately $1.5 million.
Impact Metrics
Detection time improved by 21 days compared to traditional methods
Improving Vaccination Coverage Through Data-Driven Outreach
The National Immunization Program implemented the Community Health Worker Platform to address declining vaccination rates in hard-to-reach communities. By equipping field workers with mobile tools, the program was able to:
- Identify under-vaccinated communities with precision
- Track individual children's vaccination schedules
- Send automated reminders to families
- Monitor progress toward coverage targets in real-time
- Allocate resources more effectively based on data insights
Result: Vaccination coverage increased from 68% to 91% in targeted communities within 18 months, preventing an estimated 12,000 cases of vaccine-preventable diseases.
Coverage Increase
12,000 estimated cases of disease prevented
Our Team
Dr. Sarah Johnson
Director
Epidemiologist specializing in disease surveillance systems and outbreak analytics.
Dr. Michael Chen
Lead Data Scientist
Expert in applying machine learning to health data for outbreak prediction and analysis.
Ayesha Patel
Senior Software Architect
Designs and develops robust health information systems with a focus on interoperability.
Dr. Luis Rodriguez
Field Implementation Specialist
Specializes in adapting surveillance tools for diverse healthcare settings worldwide.
Resources & Publications
Our team regularly publishes research, case studies, and technical guides to share our knowledge and contribute to the field of public health informatics.
Guidelines for Integrated Disease Surveillance Implementation
Comprehensive framework for designing and deploying surveillance systems in various contexts.
Download PDFEvaluating Public Health Information Systems: A Practical Approach
Methods and metrics for assessing the effectiveness of health information systems.
View ArticleCase Study: Malaria Surveillance System Implementation in Central Region
Lessons learned from designing and implementing a comprehensive surveillance system.
Read Case StudyUpcoming Events
Webinar: Advances in Real-time Disease Surveillance
Learn about the latest technologies and approaches for implementing real-time surveillance systems.
Register NowWorkshop: Health Data Visualization Techniques
Hands-on training in creating effective visualizations for public health data.
Register NowConference: Global Public Health Surveillance Summit
Join public health professionals and informaticians for our annual conference on surveillance systems.
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