The Enterprise Medical Imaging in Zambia (EMIZ) project team conducted a validation workshop as part of Work Package 1 (Policies and Procedures) at the Confucius Institute, University of Zambia, Lusaka. This pivotal event, held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, brought together a diverse group of medical practitioners, experts, and stakeholders to deliberate on critical themes and challenges in medical imaging practices.

Throughout the day, attendees actively participated in breakaway sessions focused on specific themes, facilitated by experts in the respective fields. From planning and protocol development to data security and interoperability, each session delved into pertinent questions and challenges faced in the medical imaging landscape.

Highlights of Key Discussions and Outcomes

• Theme 1: Planning (Requests Placing and Order Filling): Discussions revolved around mandatory demographic details on patients' request forms and the need for standard protocols for different studies.

• Theme 2: Collecting and Organizing (Acquisition, Examination, and Generation/Production of Medical Images): Participants deliberated on measures to ensure patient safety during imaging procedures and the importance of maintaining imaging protocol integrity.

• Theme 3: Storing and Backing Up: The discussion touched upon data security measures, storage infrastructure considerations, and backup procedures to safeguard medical images and reports.

As we reflect on the success of the workshop, it is evident that the EMIZ project is poised to make significant strides in revolutionizing medical imaging practices in Zambia. With continued engagement and collaboration, we are confident in our ability to address challenges and harness opportunities for the benefit of healthcare delivery in the region.