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First Name
Myrna
Last Name
Marti
What is the champion's current position?
Digital Health Consultant
What are the champion's specialties or areas of expertise?
As Digital Health Consultant for PAHO, Myrna has worked on :
• Health information systems
• Digital health / Transformation
• Projects management
• Development of strategies Management and analysis of social networks
• Knowledge Management
• Strategic partnerships Situation analysis
• Cloud-based strategies
• Resource allocation and management
What are the champion's achievements in digital health?
Myrna's achievements in digital health includes:
• Planning and development and implementation throughout the region of an innovative information model for the health model (IS4H), in addition to leadership efforts focused on the development of regional strategies for knowledge management, communication and eHealth
• Coach, strategic advisor and mentor for the process or reengineering of the PAHO Corporate Web 2.0 strategy strategy for the corporate office and all country offices, constantly updated knowledge management system and created social media accounts (Twitter , Facebook, Wikipedia) for the organization.
Why is the champion passionate about digital health (how did the champion become interested in digital health)?
Myrna is passionate about digital health because she sees digital health as a bridge to close access gaps. Furthermore, she believes that digital health can bring health closer to those who need it most, which she finds as one of the strongest bridges that public health can provide. She also sees that the scope of digital health is infinite, and its power is inexhaustible.
How can we attract more women to work on digital health?
Myrna believes that generating spaces in the academic field that show the possibilities of Digital Health and the integration it has with disciplines such as social development, and mental health would help attract more women to work in digital health.
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Myrna Marti
Which organization does the champion work for?
Pan American Health Organization
What is the champion's country of origin?
Argentina
Where does the champion live (country)
Argentina