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At the same time, advances in modern HISs and digital technologies, such as electronic medical records (EMRs), present opportunities for addressing these limitations and supporting evidence-based health systems if well implemented and sustained. However, limited attention has been paid to how modern and resilient HISs can be effectively sustained in fragile, resource-constrained settings.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec sec-type=\"objective\">\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This empirical study seeks to identify pathways for strengthening the resilience, adaptability, and contextual-fit of EMRs in fragile, resource-constrained settings such as Haiti.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec sec-type=\"methods\">\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Using a qualitative research methodology, the study used semistructured interviews with purposive sampling of key informants, including frontline doctors, nurses, and IT or data specialists. Interview participants were selected for their expertise and capacity to offer insightful and varied viewpoints on the topic. Transcripts were analyzed using an inductive approach to identify key emerging themes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec sec-type=\"results\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The findings of this investigation reveal that implementing resilient EMR in limited-resource settings, such as Haiti, requires a comprehensive strategy that accounts for ecosystemic challenges from interdependent systems (electricity, sociopolitical instability, internet connectivity), as well as the intrinsic complexities of legacy systems.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec sec-type=\"conclusions\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Drawing on empirical evidence, the study identifies a set of protective strategies that, if effectively implemented, may enhance the resilience and adaptability of EMRs. 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