POWERING HEALTH INNOVATION
Through our solutions, events, expertise and a global community that is 125,000+ strong, we are driving real change through information and technology. Together, weâre creating better health for all.
Our community Where leaders connect, where equity starts
HIMSS is a community of leaders and boundary-pushers. Our events, training and models equip you with the expertise you need to make care more equitable for all.
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The biggest global community in health tech
Our members include more than 125,000 individuals, 430+ provider organizations, 500+ nonprofit partners and 550+ health services organizations.Â
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Professional development & certifications
Advance your career with our curated courses, professional certifications and accredited continuing education hours.
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Digital transformation tools & support
Our Digital Health Indicator, Maturity Models, and Digital Health Technology Partner Program enable personalized care at scale and alleviates clinician burnout.
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Public policy & advocacy
Collaborating with health policy experts, we inform decision-makers across all levels of government and provide policy recommendations that leverage data and technology to advance health.
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My experience with HIMSS has been incredibly valuable, providing me with access to cutting-edge insights in health IT and fostering connections with industry leaders. The knowledge and networking opportunities have significantly enhanced my professional growth and understanding of healthcare innovations.
Sepi Browning
IT Director & Piedmont Healthcare CEO, Brighthour HIT Consulting
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Being an active member of HIMSS at the Global, State and Local levels has been one of the best decisions I have made in my Healthcare Career. It allowed me to leverage and collaborate other Healthcare Professionals in advocating for Legislation to improve the patient experience.
A. Lee Lavergne
Consultant, Network Community
Members create real-life change
We connect every HIMSS member to a global network of industry experts, exclusive events and curated learning, equipping them with the tools to create change.
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Community of professionals
Join a community of healthcare, technology and research experts that innovate at local, national and global scales.
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Access to industry expertise
Explore expert insights on pressing industry topics, from cyber security to health equity.
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Event exclusives
Members enjoy exclusive perks, including discounts on our largest national and global events.
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Invest in your career
Showcase your expertise with our certifications and courses that empower healthcare and technology professionals to stand out in a competitive marketplace.
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2,500+ certified professionals
Join our community of 2,500+ healthcare professionals that have distinguished themselves in a competitive field through our three certifications.
5 compelling courses
Gain access to five insightful and compelling courses, touching on a range of topics from implementing AI to data reporting, that support your career growth.
The CIO Connect advantage
Propelling health technology leaders into the future, our CIO Connect program provides aspiring and current CIOs with unique learning opportunities.
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Putting digital transformation into action
We help organizations accelerate their digital health transformation through maturity models and partner expertise, so we can all advance health.
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120 question maturity assessment
Our Digital Health Indicatorâs in-depth assessment measures every dimension of your ecosystem to find areas of improvement.
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6 maturity models
Our eight-stage maturity models have supported 2,500+ professionals during their digital health transformation.
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35+ partners
HIMSSâ Digital Health Technology Partners can help you realize the full potential of your technology investments through a range of on-site assessments and advisory services.
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Market Insights
Gain insight into a topic important to your organization with HIMSS Market Insights custom surveys. Inform your business decisions and generate data-based content to fuel marketing strategy including digital, content, events and industry presentations.
Latest resources & news Whatâs new in digital health
Keep your finger on the pulse of the industry's latest trends, technologies and discoveries.
Featured resources
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September 26, 2025
AI Transformation in Healthcare: A Joint Perspective from Clinicians and Clinical Leaders
This study explores how clinicians perceive the role of AI and machine learning (ML) in the ongoing digital transformation of healthcare. In this HIMSS Market Insights survey, it captures how clinical leaders and frontline staff are thinking about the integration of AI into workflows, the hurdles they face, and whatâs needed to make adoption successfulâfrom governance to education.
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September 25, 2025
HIMSS26 Europe Interoperability Showcase
At the Interoperability Showcase, we donât just talk about innovation - we demonstrate it in action. Watch the planning session to learn how to participate in the HIMSS Europe Interoperability ShowcaseÂź on 19-21 May 2026 in Copenhagen, in collaboration with IHE Catalyst.
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September 19, 2025
Powering the Pulse of Healthcare with Operational AI
The perspectives outlined in this whitepaper draw on Trigentâs experience working with healthcare clients, where real-world lessons have shaped a pragmatic approach to applying AI for unified, intelligent operations.
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September 18, 2025
MIM 2016 Sunset Guide
Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) 2016 is rapidly approaching end-of-life, exposing organizations that rely on its legacy synchronization engine to increased risks and operational challenges.
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September 18, 2025
Turning Technical Debt into an Identity-First Business and Security Strategy
We know from repeated research and constant media coverage of corporate data breaches that digital identities are a primary attack vector. In IAM, technical debt has evolved from a nuisance into a serious security liability. According to the 2025 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), 22% of breaches began with stolen credentials, 16% with phishing, and a staggering 88% of web application attacks involved stolen credentials.
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September 18, 2025
Addressing the Hidden Risk of Unmanaged Non-human Identities
This white paper aims to explore the growing challenges of non-human account governance within modern identity and access management ecosystems and to offer practical, scalable solutions for IT leaders, architects, and identity professionals.
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September 29, 2025
HIMSS DACH Community Hosts Webinar on Digital Maturity and Hospital Transformation
Hospitals across Germany are accelerating their digital transformation, but many face the pressing challenge of how to assess their current progress and determine the right next steps in their digital transformation. The HIMSS DACH Community will host the webinar Mapping the Digital Journey: How Maturity Assessments Drive Hospital Transformation that explores how hospitals can use structured tools to measure their progress and prioritize their goals.
September 16, 2025
Securing the Future of Healthcare: Insights from the DHAGE 2025 Meeting
At the 2025 DHAGE high-level meeting, hosted during the HIMSS25 Europe Conference in Paris, European health leaders, ministries of health, international organisations and policymakers came together to address two of the most pressing priorities for the future of healthcare: strengthening cybersecurity and accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence.
September 9, 2025
HIMSS UK & Ireland Community Launches Nationwide Clinical Informatics Maturity Survey
The HIMSS UK & Ireland Community has launched a new nationwide survey designed to capture the current state of clinical informatics across the health systems of England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The Clinical Informatics Maturity Survey, now open for participation, seeks to build a comprehensive picture of how clinical informatics teams are structured, staffed and supported within healthcare organizations.
September 3, 2025
Shaping the Future of Connected Care: HIMSS Virtual Care Community Webinar
On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the HIMSS Virtual Care Community will host an interactive Open House webinar that invites healthcare professionals, innovators and stakeholders from around the world to explore the next chapter in virtual health.
September 2, 2025
Office for Civil Rights Clarifies HIPAA Privacy Rule for Value-Based Care
Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule, healthcare providers may disclose protected health information to participants in value-based care arrangements, such as accountable care organizations, for treatment purposes without needing a HIPAA authorization, according to a new Frequently Asked Question published Aug. 11 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights.
August 29, 2025
Healthcare Leaders to Explore Digital Leadership at HIMSS Forum in Liverpool
Healthcare leaders will gather in Liverpool on 14 November 2025 for the HIMSS UK Digital Maturity Forum, an exclusive, invite-only event focused on digital leadership as a catalyst for transformation at scale across the United Kingdom. Taking place at the iconic Alder Hey Childrenâs Hospital, the forum will bring together healthcare decision-makers, clinicians, policymakers and industry partners for a day of shared learning and collaboration.
Upcoming events
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Civitas 2025 Annual Conference: Bridging Data and Doing
September 28 - 30, 2025
Civitasâ Annual Conference brings together hundreds of passionate industry leaders, decision-makers, implementers, and innovators to discuss interoperability, data-driven quality improvement, social determinants of health, public health, multi-stakeholder and community-led governance, and health outcomes
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The Interoperability OpportunityâCollaborating to Close Gaps in Care, Manage Chronic Conditions, and Improve Quality Measures
September 30, 2025
This panel webinar will highlight these collaborative efforts to improve care outcomes through better data exchange to close care gaps, manage chronic conditions, and improve quality measures, while showcasing real-world examples of successful collaboration.
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HIMSS Executive Summit - Mexico
September 30, 2025
HIMSS y sus partners tienen el agrado de invitar al segundo evento HIMSS MĂ©xico Executive Summit, que se realizarĂĄ el martes 30 de Septiembre de 2025 en el Sheraton Mexico City Maria Isabel Hotel, en la Ciudad de MĂ©xico.
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Iberian Community Member Meeting
October 2, 2025
From groundbreaking EMR implementations and national telemedicine strategies to specialized clinical care innovations, Portugal is a leader in digital maturityâwith learnings we can all benefit from.
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Pathology Visions 2025: From Pixels to Patients
October 5 - 7, 2025
Connect with over 850 healthcare professionals, leading researchers, and industry pioneers driving digital pathology innovation for enhanced patient care. Explore cutting-edge sessions, forge strategic connections, and experience the latest transformative technologies.
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Exploring HIMSSâs Workforce Resources
October 7, 2025
Interested in enhancing your career and advancing your professional development? Want to learn more about the career and workforce development resources provided by HIMSS? This informative webinar will share ways to leverage the variety of resources at HIMSS that directly enhance your skills, provide a competitive advantage, and facilitate your ability to grow in your career.
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HIMSS Virtual Care Community Webinar
October 9, 2025
Brought to you by the HIMSS Virtual Care Community, this event will showcase our 2025 priorities, real-world virtual care innovations and global partnerships. This event is open to all professionals, thinkers, and stakeholders interested in virtual care and digital health.
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AI in the Exam Room: What Patients Need to Know
October 10, 2025
In this webinar, a physician experienced in AI integration, a patient advocate, and a healthcare legal expert will share practical insights and real-world perspectives on the opportunities and challenges of AI in care delivery.
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HIMSS New Member Orientation Webinar
October 21, 2025
Start your HIMSS journey with confidence! Join us for an engaging webinar designed to help you make the most of your membership. Whether you're new to HIMSS or just need a refresher; whether you're a healthcare professional, student, or industry leader - this session will walk you through the wide range of resources, communities, and opportunities available exclusively to HIMSS members.
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Coffee with the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Task Force: Leadership & Governance
November 11, 2025
Join the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Networking & Education Task Force for an inspiring Coffee Chat focused on Leadership & Governance. This event will bring together healthcare professionals passionate about driving change, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of healthcare through effective leadership and governance practices.
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EHIN 2025
November 11 - 12, 2025
EHiN (E-Health in Norway) is the countryâs leading conference on everything related to the digitalization of the healthcare sector, focusing on the intersectional relationship between health and technology.
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Digital Maturity Forum - Liverpool
November 14, 2025
Come together with other leaders allied to healthcare digitalisation for a day built on sharing our challenges and successes â and improving our strategies â as we transform the UK health system.
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Italian Community Member Meeting
December 4, 2025
Join us for an insightful event exploring how the integration of Artificial Intelligence and HIMSS Digital Maturity Models are reshaping healthcare as we know it. From improving patient safety and clinical accuracy to ensuring continuity of care, these tools are driving a smarter, more connected healthcare experience.
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Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum
Over two days, youâll explore todayâs most urgent challengesâfrom ransomware and AI-powered threats to workforce fatigue and regulatory complexity. Itâs a blend of immersive learning, hands-on workshops, and peer networking with senior leaders. Cybersecurityâs next era is here, and this is where youâll learn how to fight threats with confidence.