Help the ServeHAITI Health Clinic Go Digital

For over two decades, ServeHAITI's St. Vincent de Paul Health Center in Grand-Bois, Haiti, has been a cornerstone of healthcare in this remote rural area. What started with one filing cabinet, has since grown into a full-scale medical records room bursting at the seams. After 20-years of relying exclusively on paper charting for documenting patient visits, this approach is no longer sustainable to provide effective care.

The staff spend countless hours each day sorting and archiving old records, struggling to create room for new ones. This process not only consumes valuable time but also reduces the physical space available for patient care. The reliance on shelves and paper records contributes to inefficiencies, with the lengthy serial registration process frustrating patients—particularly those with urgent needs—oftentimes leading to angry disruptions due to the long wait. Nurses also experience delays in accessing patient information as they need to wait for clerks to document, which can compromise the timely delivery of care.

Transitioning to a digital electronic medical record (EMR) system will be transformative for the health center. It will streamline administrative tasks, improve access to patient histories, and ensure more accurate and secure record-keeping. Additionally, the physical space reclaimed from paper storage can be repurposed to better serve patients, enabling a more effective and accommodating healthcare environment.

ServeHAITI, founded in 2001 by a dedicated group of volunteers, has always aimed to move beyond short-term aid. Our mission focuses on providing sustainable solutions that empower the people of Grand-Bois to build healthier, more economically viable communities. The adoption of an EMR system aligns with this mission, equipping the health center with modern tools to meet growing needs while preserving its capacity to deliver compassionate, community-centered care.