HIMSS26
Undergrads and graduates who are interested in healthcare IT can join their local HIMSS chapter for new connections to help them build toward career goals, says Joseph Brown, chair for allied health and HIM at Davenport University.
Stakeholders who are interested in health and technology policy advocacy can join any number of committees or workgroups related to their topic of interest, says HIMSS Senior Director of Public Policy Jonathan French.
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When healthcare organizations move away from resource-intensive, point-to-point integrations, they can embrace the kind of seamless interoperability that enhances both operations and care delivery.
One benefit is the ability share ideas and troubleshoot IT problems with other Executive Connect cohorts, says Sophia Brown, RN, founder and CEO of Strategic Informatics Solutions.
Dr. Matt Sakumoto, Nabla's chief clinical product officer, says AI scribes can help doctors be more present during visits, but that hasn't necessarily improved patient experience scores.
In addition to offering EMRAM and other models, HIMSS can support healthcare organizations in achieving digital maturity, says Jill Seys, senior director for North America analytics at HIMSS.
Greg O'Neill, director of patient education at ChristianaCare, says artificial intelligence can help make messaging about meds more patient-friendly, with clear instructions to ensure care plan adherence.
The HIMSS Executive Connect program's small group of leaders fosters deep connections enabling them to sharpen leadership skills, share challenges and co-create solutions, says UVA Health CTO Zeb Elliott.
A HIMSS-NHIT partnership gives students AI training and hands-on experience through actual healthcare projects. Tom Leary, HIMSS senior vice president and head of government relations, and Luis Belen, NHIT CEO, explain.
Brenda Hood, client experience analyst at HealtHIE Nevada, says fragmented systems hinder care in tribal regions. Seamless data exchange is essential to closing care gaps and improving access to treatment.