@stephen-macharia
Stephen Macharia
@stephen-macharia
Software Engineer | FHIR & Digital Health Implementer | Building scalable health systems for Kenya and East Africa.
KenyaJoined June 2025
About
I'm a software engineer and digital health implementer working at the intersection of open standards, MedbyTech innovation, and real-world care delivery. I specialize in HL7 FHIR, HL7 v2, DICOM, MirthConnect, and EMR systems like OpenEMR, tailoring them to meet the practical needs of healthcare environments across Kenya and East Africa. My work spans medical imaging integration, system interoperability, and the development of scalable, standards-compliant health IT solutions—including the Oncology Implementation Guide for Kenya. I write about MedbyTech, EMR customization, health data exchange, and designing digital systems that are both technically robust and human-centered.
Available for
I am available for consulting and implementation projects focused on digital health systems in Kenya and East Africa, with a core emphasis on Medby Tech—developing medical systems that bridge clinical care, technology, and public health outcomes. I specialize in EMR customization (including OpenEMR), FHIR, HL7 v2, DICOM, and MirthConnect, offering deep expertise in building interoperable, standards-based health infrastructure tailored to regional needs. I’m open to collaborations with health programs, Medby Te.
Recently published
🧠Name Your Variables Like Your First-Born Child (Well… Almost)
Apr 24 · 3 min read · “You should name a variable with the same care as your first-born child.” Sounds dramatic, right? Maybe even a bit ridiculous. But here’s the thing—this idea has survived for decades in software engin
Join discussion
Goldilocks in Cybersecurity: Finding the “Just Right” Balance for EMR Systems
Mar 13 · 4 min read · In healthcare, Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) store highly sensitive patient data, making them a prime target for cyberattacks. Yet, over‑securing EMRs can hamper clinical workflows, while under-se
Join discussion
Safety Is Not an Option: Why It Must Be a Daily Habit
Jan 23 · 2 min read · In many workplaces—especially construction, manufacturing, and industrial environments—safety is often treated as a checklist item. Helmets on? Box ticked. Toolbox talk done? Move on. But real safety goes far beyond compliance. It is a daily habit, a...
Join discussion