Harvard University, Associate Chief of the Division of Global Health Equity
DesignerData is a good solution to understand the trends of the population at risk. It seems as a good way to manage vital information of healthcare providers, therefore the hospitals might be able to take decisions based in evidence. I think another positive aspect is the fact that it can demonstrate improved obesity related outcomes. This is vital to the CEOs of big hospitals because is part of the decision making process, so if they see improved outcomes, they might decide to spend in obesity related interventions.
Some suggestions: I think it should also include other factors associated with obesity and in general with NCDs, such as Physical activity and eating habits. I also, would recommend investing in the design of the interface, so it can be more “intuitive” and “sexy” for the potential clients (in this case CEOs of hospitals).
I think this is a tool to understand the statistics of obesity in a certain region/state. It might be very helpful for ministries of health and government institutions. A good question would be, how many of the other dependencies from the governments benefit from using the tool? If there a way to link the data directly (or export it) to other systems? If these questions are addressed, it would be great one.
~Roberto Garza, Harvard University, Global Health Delivery