How Digital Health Is Reshaping Cancer Care in Cambodia: Lessons from the Frontlines
📍 Introduction
Cambodia’s cancer care system is undergoing a quiet revolution. From paper-based registries to digital dashboards, health professionals are embracing new tools to improve diagnosis, treatment, and data coordination. This post explores how digital health is transforming cancer care—and what it means for patients, providers, and policymakers.
🔍 Section 1: The Challenge
- Fragmented data systems across facilities
- Limited access to diagnostic tools and referral tracking
- Gaps in workforce capacity and digital literacy
“Before we digitized our registry, tracking patient follow-up was nearly impossible,” says a nurse from Phnom Penh Oncology Center.
💡 Section 2: Digital Solutions in Action
- Google Forms for asynchronous data collection
- Facility-level dashboards for real-time monitoring
- Training modules for registry teams and clinicians
- Integration with national health information systems

🤝 Section 3: Collaboration & Capacity Building
- Partnerships with MoH, C/Can, WHO, and hospitals
- Stakeholder workshops to align priorities
- Peer learning and mentorship across facilities
📈 Section 4: What’s Next
- Scaling digital registries nationwide
- Strengthening interoperability and data governance
- Building sustainable training programs
📣 Call to Action
What digital health challenges have you faced in your facility? Share your experience or insights in the comments—or reach out to collaborate on future initiatives.
Thanks for your attention! DL





