ICD-11 Training Series | Session 1: Structure & Taxonomy of the ICD Classification

Welcome to the first session of the ICD-11 Mortality Coding Web Training Series for Caribbean countries. This specialized training series aims to strengthen national capacities in the certification and coding of causes of death across the Caribbean. In this opening session, we dive deep into the fundamental Structure and Taxonomy of the ICD-11 classification, providing the essential groundwork for health information professionals. In this video: - Understanding the new framework of ICD-11. - Key differences in taxonomy compared to previous versions. - Foundation for accurate mortality coding and health data management. Speaker: Dr. Saman Gamage Senior Technical Advisor at the Bloomberg Data for Health Initiative (CDC Foundation). A medical doctor and expert in health information systems, Dr. Gamage brings extensive experience in supporting global implementations of ICD-10 and ICD-11. 🔗 Resources & Community Official PAHO CRVS Website: https://www.paho.org/en/civil-registration-and-vital-statistics-crvs Join our Community of Practice: Stay informed and connect with experts by subscribing here: https://lnkd.in/erR89mMh PAHO TV - CRVS Playlist: Access more related content here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6hS8Moik7kvLG3IIvwqZbEItO-zBpXxO&si=b3vfG76q1BVI76ix #ICD11 #PublicHealth #MortalityCoding #CaribbeanHealth #HealthInformationSystems #PAHO #DigitalHealth #DataForHealth