Perinatal Information System Plus – Supporting Safer Pregnancies and Healthier Outcomes

Overview

SIP+ is an advanced digital platform designed to strengthen maternal and perinatal health by capturing, storing, and analysing data throughout the pregnancy and birth journey. Developed by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and localized as part of the IS4H Bahamas initiative, SIP+ helps healthcare providers deliver better care through accurate, timely, and integrated information.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Maternal & Perinatal Recordkeeping
  • Captures detailed clinical data from prenatal visits, delivery, and postnatal care.
  • Tracks maternal health indicators such as blood pressure, weight, and risk factors.
  • Records foetal development, gestational age, and birth outcomes.
• Standardized Forms & Protocols
  • Preloaded with evidence-based forms and clinical pathways aligned with national and PAHO/WHO standards.
  • Supports consistency in data entry and clinical decision-making.
• Real-Time Data Entry & Access
  • Enables providers to enter and retrieve patient data in real time, reducing duplication and paperwork.
  • Ensures continuity of care across facilities and providers.
• Analytics & Reporting Tools
  • Generates automatic reports for maternal and perinatal health indicators.
  • Supports public health planning and program monitoring at local and national levels.
• Secure & Confidential
  • Built with robust data protection measures to safeguard patient privacy.
  • Role-based access ensures that only authorized users can view or update sensitive data.
• Interoperability
  • Designed to integrate with other IS4H systems such as BahamasEMR+ and the Bahamas National Patient Portal (BNPP).
  • Supports a unified view of patient health across services.
• Alerts & Decision Support
  • Provides built-in clinical alerts for high-risk pregnancies and critical thresholds.
  • Supports timely interventions and improved patient safety.

Benefits to Providers and Patients

• Enhanced decision-making through access to complete and organized records.
• Reduced maternal and neonatal complications through early detection of risks.
• Improved health outcomes via better continuity of care and follow-up.
• Streamlined reporting for audits, research, and national health indicators.

For training, technical support, or to request access, please contact:
healthsupport@bahamas.gov.bs