Foundations of Surveillance Data Modernization
A practical introduction to modernizing the data systems behind public health surveillance — from electronic case reporting to governance.
This short course walks through how a modern surveillance program moves data: where it comes from, how it flows through interoperability standards like HL7 and FHIR, and how governance keeps the whole thing durable.
It is built as a demo of the Maestro LMS — the structure (course → modules → lectures) is real; video playback requires connecting a Mux account.
Curriculum
- 01
Why modernize surveillance data
The case for data modernization and what "good" looks like.
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The state of public health data
Where surveillance data comes from and why it is hard to move.
- 02
What data modernization actually means
Beyond the buzzword: the concrete capabilities a modern program needs.
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Interoperability in practice
How standards move case data between systems.
- 03
HL7 v2, ELR, and eCR
The workhorses of electronic lab and case reporting.
- 04
A gentle introduction to FHIR
Where FHIR fits and why it matters for surveillance.
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Governance & durability
Keeping modernization accountable over the long term.
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Data stewardship and governance
Committees, roles, and decisions that keep data trustworthy.
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Funding and sustainability
ELC, PHIG, and DMI — making modernization last past the grant.
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Instructor
Benjamin D. Schram, MPH
Public health informatics and surveillance modernization leader with six years managing statewide disease surveillance systems, interoperability initiatives, and public health technology strategy.