Bahir Dar Institute of Technology

University and Industry linkage and community Service

Community Service /Technology transfer Project Report Format
Title of Network Installation, system customization and
Community
Service/
computer maintenance for Bahir Dar city
Technology Administration health department
Transfer
Project
Principal Name 1.Addis Alemayehu
Investigator 2. Amare Lakew
3.Bizuayehu Tadege
4.Tesfahun Nurrie
Chair Networking (Bizuayehu and Tesfahun)
Programming (Addis and Amare)
Faculty Computing
Contact including Tesfahunnurrie16@gmail.com
email
Project Site Woreda Bahir Dare
Kebele 7 and 13
Budget Source Total Budget allowed
and Utilization
Budget used

BiT

External Fund
Number of Male Female Total
Beneficiary of
Community
Service/TT
Project:

1. Short  Electronic Medical Record (EMR) is a digital collection

Project
Description
of medical information about a patient that is stored on a
health network. An EMR includes information about a
patient’s health history such as diagnoses, medications,
laboratory tests, allergies, immunizations, and treatment
plans.
 It is an important tool that enables health care facilities
to optimize health care quality, safety, accessibility,
equity and efficiency. The EMR software is designed
based on open-source software called Bahmni. Bahmni
 combines four different open-source software such as
OpenMRS, Odoo ERP, dcm4chee and Open ELIS.

 OpenMRS - is a software that helps manage patients’

medical record and healthcare
 Odoo(OpenERP) - is a software used for processing
billing, financial and inventory accounting
 Dcm4Chee - is a software that enables users to process
radiologic images and interpretation
 OpenELIS - is a software that allows users, specifically
laboratory professionals, manage laboratory systems.

• Gap identification regarding to the system with discussion

2. Project
• Room organization (MCH, YFS, OPD 16 & Server room, PMTCT, Minor
Objectives
Surgical)
• Renovation (Triage, VCT, CBHI registration room)
• Task sharing (Technical & admin)
• Resource fulfillment/ Switch, Internet cable, Divider, Mouse, Socket, RG45,
Clipper, fisher and bitie, Trankete, Cable tie, Node
• Computer maintenance performed, 5 computers and 1 lab top.
• Network installation (Triage, Emergency, Laboratory, MCH, Pharmacy,
Server room, YFS, Radiology)
• Network labeling to all rooms
• 20 hosts new network configuration out of 39 computers in the facility.
• 3 computer used for non EMR purpose.
• 3 computers nonfunctional.
• e-APTS Configured
Job AID on computer system usage printed and posted to their frontline
3. List of Best Practices
Activities
o Form and Register customization and uploading by supporting actors
Accomplis
hed o TB register,
o Cervical CX screening Tx Register,
o IMNCI Register,
o Integrated ANC, Delivery & PNC Register,
o HMIS diseases Dx updated
o Lab Menu,
o NCD Register,
o Medical & Pre-employemnt Form,
 o PMTCT Register,
o HTS Register,
o ART Follow up form
o Paper free service (OPD, FP, YFS, EPI, MRU)
o System customization by UOG
o Frequent discussion and idea generation and response
o Skill sharing (to Shimbit PHCU)
o Onsite training on the system
o Review the system with staffs

4. Major  Switch,
resources
utilized to  Internet cable
realize the  Divider,
project  Mouse,
 Socket,
 RG45
 Clipper
 fisher
 bitie,
 Trankete,
 Cable tie,
 Node

5. Percentage System Configuration: 100%

of
Network installation 95%
accomplish
ment at the System customization 98%
time of
Staff training 80%;
reporting
(%) Computer, printer and copy Machin maintenance 100%
6. Indicate Major Impacts on the Served Community: Full Electronic Medical Record
major
(Bahmni) Implementation
impacts to
the served 1. Enhanced Patient Care:
community
 Streamlined access to patient records, leading to quicker and more informed
decision-making.
 Improved coordination among healthcare providers, resulting in more
comprehensive and personalized patient care.
2. Increased Efficiency:
 Reduced paperwork and administrative burden, allowing healthcare
professionals to focus more on patient care.
 Expedited processes such as appointment scheduling, prescription refills,
and billing.
 3. Data Accessibility and Accuracy:
 Real-time access to accurate patient data, contributing to better diagnostics
and treatment planning.
 Minimized errors associated with manual record-keeping, promoting patient
safety.
4. Empowered Patients:
 Patients have access to their own health records, fostering a sense of
empowerment and engagement in their healthcare journey.
 Improved communication between patients and healthcare providers
through secure digital channels.
5. Public Health Initiatives:
 Facilitated data-driven decision-making for public health initiatives and
community health programs.
 Strengthened the ability to monitor and respond to health trends and
outbreaks promptly.
6. Resource Optimization:
 Better management of resources such as medical supplies, equipment, and
staffing based on data-driven insights.
 Increased cost-effectiveness through optimized workflows and reduced
redundancies.
7. Training and Skill Development:
 Opportunities for healthcare professionals to enhance their digital literacy
and adaptability to evolving healthcare technologies.
 Continuous learning and skill development programs to maximize the
benefits of the EMR system.
8. Community Engagement and Trust:
 Improved communication with the community about health-related matters.
 Enhanced trust in the health center due to transparent and efficient
healthcare services.
Challenges and Continuous Improvement:
 Identify any challenges faced during the implementation and ongoing efforts
to address them.
 Emphasize a commitment to continuous improvement based on user
feedback and evolving community needs.

Han Health Center Network Design

7. Attach
Supporting
Pictures
from the
project
activities
The user interface of new customized Electronica medical record system
 8. Duration From 30/08/2023 E.C To 26/01/2024 E.C

1. Principal Investigator : Addis Alemayehu, Amare Lakew, Tesfahun Nurie And Bizuayehu Tadege