In a bold move to make healthcare in Lagos State more accessible and efficient, Interswitch Group recently partnered the Lagos State Government to launch the Lagos State Health Information Platform (Lagos SHIP).

Lagos SHIP is a powerful tool designed to seamlessly connect patients with healthcare providers. Imagine being able to book a doctor’s appointments, pay for consultations, access your medical records, and even purchase medications—all from the comfort of your home. That’s the future Lagos SHIP is making possible. It’s all about making life easier for Lagosians, ensuring that quality healthcare is just a few clicks away.

Emphasising the transformative potential of data-driven healthcare solutions, the Commissioner for Health, Lagos State, Prof. Akin Abayomi explained that the Lagos SHIP initiative will create enhanced experiences for all healthcare stakeholders and enable residents to access quality healthcare services.

Abayomi further stressed the importance of collaboration in healthcare, noting, “By embracing the Lagos SHIP, we can streamline healthcare operations, reduce administrative burdens, and make more informed decisions. These improvements translate into cost savings and better resource allocation, ultimately enhancing the quality of care and improving patient outcomes.

“We are living in a time of rapid transformation in healthcare, driven by advancements in technology and a shift towards more informed and involved patients. The Lagos SHIP initiative, a joint effort by the Lagos State Government and Interswitch Group, is designed to revolutionise healthcare services in the state by connecting patients to doctors, streamlining patient care through electronic medical records, and solving operational challenges,” Commissioner added.

The Managing Director of Interswitch e’Clat, Dr. Wallace Ogufere stated that Interswitch, through its healthcare subsidiary Interswitch e’Clat, is working with the Lagos State Government to improve health outcomes in the state. As a development partner and supporter of the government’s developmental agenda, Ogufere envisaged a future where the Lagos State health sector will serve as a model not only for other states in Nigeria but across the continent and beyond.

“Through Lagos SHIP, we will support the Lagos State Government in unlocking the potential of electronic medical records, securely leveraging data from public and private hospitals and allied locations. This will facilitate improved experiences for stakeholders across the board, from healthcare administrators to medical professionals and patients.

By leveraging advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, virtual care, wearables, data analytics, and the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), Lagos SHIP will redefine the way healthcare is delivered, accessed, and experienced,” Ogufere added.

The Lagos SHIP Engagement Forum was organized to raise awareness for SHIP and its benefits, educate stakeholders on its functionalities, secure stakeholders buy-in and support for SHIP adoption, and address concerns related to data security and privacy in the Lagos health care ecosystem.

The launch of Lagos SHIP underscores Interswitch’s commitment to driving positive change and enhancing healthcare delivery across Lagos State and beyond. Both Interswitch and the Lagos State Government are confident that Lagos SHIP will serve as a catalyst for positive transformation within the healthcare sector, ultimately improving the well-being of millions of residents.

Interswitch, LASG unites to transform Healthcare with Lagos SHIP

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