# HIMSS * **Definition:** Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, a global nonprofit organization focused on improving healthcare through information technology and management, providing expertise in health innovation, public policy, and digital health transformation. * **Taxonomy:** CTO Topics / HIMSS ## News * Selected news on the topic of **HIMSS**, for healthcare technology leaders * 7.8K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/19/2025 | [**Benefits of the HIMSS CIO Connect program - MobiHealthNews**](https://www.mobihealthnews.com/video/benefits-himss-cio-connect-program) | [[MobiHealthNews]] | | 5/19/2025 | [**HIMSS CIO Connect brings support through shared knowledge - Healthcare Finance News**](https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/video/himss-cio-connect-brings-support-through-shared-knowledge) | [[Healthcare Finance]] | | 4/25/2025 | [**HIMSS TV - Page 7 - MobiHealthNews**](https://www.mobihealthnews.com/content/himss-tv?amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bpage=1&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bpage=1&amp%3Bamp%3Bpage=1&page=6) | [[MobiHealthNews]] | | 4/14/2025 | [**News from HIMSS: April 2025**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/news-from-himss-april-2025/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 4/3/2025 | [**HIMSS25 Stage 7 and DHI reception recap - MobiHealthNews**](https://www.mobihealthnews.com/video/himss25-stage-7-and-dhi-reception-recap) | [[MobiHealthNews]] | | 3/25/2025 | [**Insights from HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition 2025 - Healthcare Dive**](https://www.healthcaredive.com/press-release/20250324-insights-from-himss-global-health-conference-exhibition-2025/) | [[Healthcare Dive]] | | 3/23/2025 | [**Healthcare NOW Radio Studio at HIMSS: On the Air This Week**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/healthcare-now-radio-studio-at-himss-on-the-air-this-week-032325/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 3/6/2025 | [**HIMSS25 Tackles AI, Cybersecurity and Workforce Readiness Amid Regulatory Uncertainty**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/himss25-tackles-ai-cybersecurity-and-workforce-readiness-amid-regulatory-uncertainty/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Some hospitals are spending more on cybersecurity, but not always on staff - HIMSS 2025**](https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/some-hospitals-are-spending-more-on-cybersecurity-but-not-always-on-staff-himss-2025) | [[Chief Healthcare Executive]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Key Insights aways from HIMSS25 Day 2**](https://www.healthcareittoday.com/2025/03/05/key-insights-top-takeaways-from-himss25-day-2/) | [[Healthcare IT Today]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**March 04, 2025 - Healthcare IT News**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/ai-healthcare-big-ethical-questions-still-...?page=2) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Emerge Innovation in Action at HIMSS25 - Healthcare Finance News**](https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/emerge-innovation-action-himss25) | [[Healthcare Finance]] | | 3/4/2025 | [**Think Quintuple Aim This Week at #HIMSS25**](https://www.healthpopuli.com/2025/03/04/think-quintuple-aim-this-week-at-himss25/) | [[Health Populi]] | | 3/4/2025 | [**HIMSS25 kicks off: 'Not all that happens in Vegas should stay in Vegas' - Healthcare IT News**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/himss25-kicks-not-all-happens-vegas-should-stay-vegas) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 2/27/2025 | [**HIMSS**](https://healthtechmagazine.net/events/himss) | [[HealthTech Magazine]] | | 2/26/2025 | [**Sessions to Consider at HIMSS25**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/sessions-to-consider-at-himss25/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Guidehouse Teams Up with HIMSS to Advance Digital Health Transformation**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/guidehouse-teams-up-with-himss-to-advance-digital-health-transformation-302372631.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/30/2025 | [**HIMSS and AMDIS Announce Exclusive Partnership to Support Clinical Executives ... - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/himss-and-amdis-announce-exclusive-partnership-to-support-clinical-executives-and-drive-digital-health-transformation-302364264.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/30/2025 | [**HIMSS launches new partnership with AMDIS to advance clinical innovation**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/himss-launches-new-partnership-amdis-advance-clinical-innovation) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 1/10/2025 | [**HIMSS launches new member benefits, with research, analytics and other resources**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/himss-launches-new-member-benefits-research-analytics-and-other-resources) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 11/26/2024 | [**HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition Wins Prestigious Marketing Awards**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/himss-global-health-conference--exhibition-wins-prestigious-marketing-awards-302316611.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 11/14/2024 | [**HIMSS makes push on health equity - Chief Healthcare Executive**](https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/himss-makes-push-on-health-equity) | [[Chief Healthcare Executive]] | | 9/24/2024 | [**Global Digital Health Leaders Converge in Seoul for HIMSS24 APAC Conference**](https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/global-digital-health-leaders-converge-in-seoul-for-himss24-apac-conference-302256242.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 6/27/2024 | [**Hal Wolf on the International Reach of HIMSS, InformaAcquiring the HIMSS Conference, and Much More**](https://www.healthcareittoday.com/2024/06/27/half-wolf-on-the-international-reach-of-himss-informa-acquiring-the-himss-conference-and-much-more/) | [[Healthcare IT Today]] | | 8/2/2023 | [**Informa Markets strikes deal to acquire HIMSS conference while HIT organization will oversee content**](https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/health-tech/informa-markets-strikes-deal-acquire-himss-global-conference-while-hit-organization) | [[FierceHealthcare]] | ## Topic Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **HIMSS**: Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, a global advisor in health innovation and technology reform. - **Hal Wolf**: President and CEO of HIMSS, highlighting international growth and regulatory initiatives in healthcare. - **Informa Markets**: An organizer of the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition, creating platforms for various industries to trade and innovate. - **Guidehouse**: A consulting firm that has partnered with HIMSS to enhance digital health transformation for healthcare organizations. - **Anne Snowdon**: Chief Scientific Research Officer at HIMSS, emphasizing digital maturity in hospitals for better patient outcomes. - **Informa Connect**: The organizer of HIMSS Global Conference, specializing in live events and digital platforms to connect professionals with essential knowledge in healthcare. - **Carahsoft Technology Corp.**: Participating in HIMSS25 with over 60 technology partners to showcase healthcare technology solutions. - **Tom Leary**: Senior Vice President at HIMSS, involved in government collaborations addressing key healthcare issues. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Guidehouse and HIMSS**: Partnering to advance digital health transformation using HIMSS digital maturity models. - **HIMSS and AMDIS**: Collaboration aimed at advancing clinical innovation through education and networking. - **HIMSS and K-Hospital Association**: Partnering to provide complimentary access to the K-Hospital + Healthtech Fair. - **Netsmart and HIMSS**: Netsmart showcased its interoperability leadership and AI advancements at HIMSS25, highlighting its commitment to empowering healthcare providers. - **SNS Network Technology Berhad**: Partnered with HIMSS to enhance digital healthcare transformation in Malaysia, implementing HIMSS-developed digital health tools. - **Sequoia Project and AHIMA**: Collaborating to improve healthcare interoperability and data usability. - **Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services**: Collaborating with Guidehouse and HIMSS to evaluate public health data infrastructure for digital health transformation. - **HIMSS and Messe Esang**: Collaborating to produce the HIMSS Asia Pacific Health Conference & Exhibition in Seoul. - **Medscape**: Released a joint report with HIMSS on AI adoption in healthcare, highlighting current uses and future potential. - **Veterans Community**: HIMSS launched a community to support workforce development for U.S. military veterans and their spouses, providing access to healthcare IT jobs. - **HIMSS and various health systems**: Launched the Trustworthy and Responsible AI Network (TRAIN) to promote responsible AI development in healthcare. - **HIMSS and Ministry of Health of Türkiye**: Signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance digital health transformation. - **Informa Connect and Behavioral Health Tech**: Partnered to host the Behavioral Health Forum at HIMSS25, focusing on technology-driven advancements in mental health care. - **InterSystems**: Launched IntelliCare, an AI-powered EHR system, enhancing interoperability and streamlining workflows. - **Valley Health System**: Demonstrated innovative collaborations addressing social determinants of health. - **Caresyntax**: A surgical intelligence platform collaborating to enhance patient safety in surgical environments. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Digital Health Transformation**: HIMSS is committed to sharing insights on digital health transformation and enhancing patient care through technology. - **HIMSS25 Conference**: Scheduled for March 3-6, 2025, in Las Vegas, focusing on key areas such as AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. - **HIMSS Global Health Conference**: Recognized as 'The Largest Medical Show in 2023', featuring educational sessions, networking, and driving digital health transformation. - **Global Health Equity Week**: HIMSS emphasizes the importance of technology in improving access to healthcare for underserved communities. - **Smart Hospitals**: Innovative solutions showcased at HIMSS25 aimed at enhancing data exchange and ensuring continuity of care, including AI-driven technologies for clinical documentation. - **HIMSS Resiliency Program**: Aims to assist healthcare sites in adopting electronic health records (EHRs) and improving digital infrastructure. - **HIMSS25 Event**: Showcased advancements in healthcare technologies, including virtual nursing and digital transformation. - **MEDITECH's Expanse**: Showcasing its intelligent EHR platform at HIMSS25, emphasizing interoperability and enhancing patient outcomes. - **HIMSS Digital Health Indicator**: Used to assess and improve digital health capabilities in public health departments. - **HIMSS24 APAC Conference**: Focus on AI, smart hospitals, and cybersecurity, featuring keynotes and interactive demonstrations. - **AI in Healthcare Forum**: A HIMSS initiative to showcase real-world applications and challenges of AI in healthcare. - **Interoperability Initiatives**: MEDITECH's Expanse platform and the HIMSS Interop & Smart Experience Pavilion will showcase advancements in interoperability. - **AI in Healthcare**: The HIMSS25 conference will focus on the transformative role of AI, including its applications in automating tasks and enhancing diagnostics. - **EHR Interoperability**: Emphasis on FHIR and cloud-based systems to improve healthcare data connectivity. - **Health Equity and AI Regulation**: HIMSS leaders emphasized the importance of health equity, AI regulation, and cybersecurity in shaping public policy for healthcare innovation. - **Infrastructure Adoption Model (INFRAM)**: A new HIMSS framework assessing healthcare organizations' infrastructure maturity, focusing on cybersecurity and performance. - **Emerge Innovation Experience**: A HIMSS event aimed at transforming innovation and investment in health IT, featuring a Pitch Competition for startups. - **Patient Engagement Strategies**: Sessions at HIMSS25 will address enhancing patient engagement through technology simplification and better experience design. - **Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum**: Aimed at enhancing defenses against cyber threats in healthcare systems. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Cybersecurity Risks**: Emerging security threats in healthcare, prompting discussions at HIMSS forums. - **Healthcare Inequities**: Discussions at HIMSS25 will address targeting inequities in healthcare delivery and ensuring equitable access to digital health solutions. - **Cybersecurity**: The HIMSS Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum will address the intersection of AI and cybersecurity in healthcare. - **Implementation Challenges**: Hospitals like IJN faced issues with physician acceptance and vendor collaboration during EMR system implementation. - **Market Trends**: Discussion on the shift from EHRs to digital health solutions and the decline in health IT stocks. - **Interoperability Issues**: The need for effective information exchange among multiple healthcare providers to improve care coordination. - **Digital Maturity Gap**: Only 23.5% of U.S. hospitals are at Stage 6 or 7 of the EMRAM, raising concerns about care quality. - **Data Privacy Regulations**: Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict privacy regulations like HIPAA while leveraging big data analytics. - **Cybersecurity Threats**: Healthcare organizations face increasing cyber threats, necessitating robust incident response plans. - **Integration and Interoperability Issues**: Challenges in data integration and interoperability hinder improvements in patient outcomes. - **Compliance and Security**: Healthcare organizations are urged to adopt validated payment technologies to enhance security and reduce compliance burdens. - **Data Quality Management**: Only 53% of healthcare leaders are satisfied with their organization's data quality management, indicating a need for improved solutions. - **Financial Struggles of EHR Vendors**: Despite favorable market conditions, many electronic health record vendors face cash flow issues. - **Data Accessibility**: Only 5% to 10% of healthcare data is currently accessed, highlighting the need for improved data accessibility. - **Implementation Costs**: High costs associated with adopting advanced technologies in healthcare settings.