Digital Transformation at Scale for
World-Class Health Systems
Open source software, workforce development, governance, and evaluation for continuous quality improvement—backed by the University of Washington and a global network of partners.
18.7M+
Patients supported by our systems
15+
Years stewarding global digital health goods
26+
Countries implement our systems
DIGI’s portfolio comprises three core areas of applied research in informatics and digital health innovation:
Health Information Technologies & Architecture
We design, develop, and implement standards-based health information systems—from electronic medical records and laboratory information systems to health information exchanges. Our work spans the full lifecycle: requirements analysis, architecture design, software development, deployment, and ongoing support for systems serving millions of patients.
Workforce Development, Governance & Policy
Technology alone doesn’t transform health systems—people and policies do. We build local informatics capacity through training programs, strengthen HIT governance structures, and support the policy frameworks that enable sustainable digital health ecosystems. This enabling environment work is what makes digital transformation stick.
Evaluation & Continuous Quality Improvement
We apply rigorous evaluation methods to assess system performance, program effectiveness, and health impact. Our ISHO Assessment framework has been used in 20+ countries to benchmark informatics maturity and guide strategic investment. This evidence-driven approach ensures that digital health investments deliver measurable improvements in care.
What We Do
Comprehensive digital health expertise—from architecture design to national-scale implementation.
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Health Systems Architecture & Engineering
Designing and building sustainable, standards-based health information systems that scale from clinics to national networks.
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Interoperability & Standards
FHIR-based architectures and OpenHIE-compliant solutions connecting health systems across borders.
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Capacity Building
Training digital health professionals and strengthening local expertise for long-term sustainability.
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Governance & Evaluation
Evidence-based policy guidance, implementation science, and health system assessment.
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Solutions deployed across 30+ countries worldwide.
Open Source Products We Steward
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OpenELIS Global
Laboratory Information System
OpenCR
Open Client Registry
GOFR
Global Open Facility Registry
Recognized By
Global Good for Health
Digital Public Good
Compliant Architecture
The Full Power of UW,
Plus a Global Network
As part of the University of Washington Department of Global Health, we bring together expertise from across the university—medicine, public health, computer science, and more—combined with deep partnerships in global health implementation.
This unique position allows us to deliver solutions that are both technically excellent and grounded in real-world health system needs.
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Meet DIGI
Learn how our team combines University of Washington expertise with global partnerships to build health information systems that transform care delivery in low-resource settings.
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Whether you’re a Ministry of Health, implementing partner, or funder—we’d love to explore how we can support your digital health transformation.
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