Exploring the Potential of FHIR by Women Leaders: Outlook on Healthcare Interoperability in Latin America
Virtual Roundtable: Women on FHIR – Technical Report - Zenodo
Summary
A virtual roundtable hosted by HL7 CAM brought together female leaders from Brazil, Colombia, and Chile to discuss the evolution of healthcare interoperability and the adoption of HL7 FHIR across the region. The report emphasizes a shift from isolated technical implementations toward organizational, governance, and sustainability-driven approaches, while also addressing gender gaps in digital health.
Details
This technical report synthesizes key insights from the first Women on FHIR Virtual Roundtable, organized by the HL7 International Affiliation for Central America and the Dominican Republic (HL7 CAM). The discussion involved female leaders from Brazil, Colombia, and Chile, reflecting on the evolution of health interoperability and the adoption of HL7 FHIR in the region. The core focus highlighted a shift away from isolated technical implementations toward organizational, governance, and sustainability-driven approaches. Furthermore, the document addresses persistent gender gaps in both technical and strategic roles within digital health. It provides key findings and strategic recommendations for various stakeholders—including HL7 affiliates, governments, academia, and healthcare organizations—aimed at advancing sustainable, ethical, and inclusive interoperability across Latin America and the Caribbean. This suggests a comprehensive need for policy changes and structural cooperation beyond mere technical standards adherence.
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