Ms. Thuy Nguyen is a seasoned DHIS2 specialist with extensive experience in analyzing, customizing, and implementing DHIS2 applications for various health programs and organizations. She has played a pivotal role in introducing DHIS2 to different countries, including Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos. Her expertise lies in tailoring DHIS2 to suit specific health reporting requirements, ensuring its effective integration into healthcare systems.

Key Contributions:

• Analyzing and Customizing DHIS2 Applications: She has demonstrated expertise in analyzing and modifying DHIS2 applications to align with diverse health reporting systems, ensuring seamless data collection and management.

• Developing DHIS2 Training Resources: She has actively participated in creating DHIS2 training documentation and materials, making the software more accessible and user-friendly for health workers.

• Training Health Workers on DHIS2: She has conducted numerous training sessions for health workers, imparting knowledge and skills on utilizing DHIS2 for data collection, quality control, and analysis.

• Reviewing and Organizing DHIS2 Databases: She has maintained a high level of data integrity by thoroughly reviewing and organizing DHIS2 databases, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of health information.

Notable Projects:

• Pilot Implementation of DHIS2 in Vietnam and Sri Lanka: She participated in pilot projects introducing DHIS2 in Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho City (Vietnam), and Kurunegala (Sri Lanka).

• Customizing DHIS2 for Various Programs: She collaborated with PSI to customize DHIS2 for multiple programs in Cambodia and Myanmar.

• Implementing DHIS2 for Lao PDR Health Information System: She played a key role in implementing DHIS2 for the Health Information System in Lao PDR.

• Customizing DHIS2 for Health Programs in Myanmar: She contributed to customizing DHIS2 for TB, HIV, and Malaria programs in Myanmar and supported TOT training for health staff.

• Customizing DHIS2 for WHO’s NTD Program: She participated in customizing DHIS2 for the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) program for WHO.

• Customizing DHIS2 for COVID-19 Programs: She helped customize DHIS2 for COVID-19 programs in Laos.

• Customizing DHIS2 for HIV Sero-Sentinel Surveillance and Quality and Performance Scorecard Programs: She participated in customizing DHIS2 for these programs in Myanmar and Laos, respectively.

• Customizing DHIS2 for Psychiatric Case Tracking in Vietnam: She contributed to customizing DHIS2 for the Psychiatric Case Tracking program in Vietnam.

Ms. Thuy Nguyen’s dedication to optimizing DHIS2 for various health contexts makes her an invaluable asset in promoting data-driven healthcare initiatives. Her expertise and commitment to enhancing DHIS2’s effectiveness have significantly contributed to strengthening health information systems worldwide.