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.
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April 21, 2025
Behavioral health: The urgent need to address the current pandemic
This study reveals how patients view the healthcare industry's support for their overall health, their relationships with providers, concerns about discussing mental health, and their use of mobile apps for mental wellbeing. These statistics highlight important trends in patient experiences and preferences to improve their overall well-being, particularly showing differences between demographic groups.
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April 14, 2025
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Emerging Technologies Toolkit for Healthcare Organizations
This toolkit includes an AI Instructional Slide Deck, a technology Heat Map, Definitions of Emerging Technologies, and an Innovation Scoring and Impact Guide for Healthcare Technologies (INSIGHT) Calculator.
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April 14, 2025
Digital Determinants of Health: A Framework for Advancing Health Equity
This brief clip explores the critical role of digital access, literacy, and inclusion in bridging health disparities and shares strategies to ensure that all communities especially marginalized populations can fully benefit from digital health advancements.
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March 31, 2025
How Frederick Health Streamlined Their Genetic Test Ordering and Result Processes by Over 50%
The relationship between our unique genetic profiles and our health has been a rapidly developing area of medicine for decades, accelerating with the mapping of the human genome in 2003. We regularly hear news of exciting discoveries in genetics, along with speculation about how they might eventually impact diagnosis and treatment.
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March 26, 2025
UX in Virtual Care
The HIMSS Virtual Care Community hosted a well-attended, fast-paced 2-hour session at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas.
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March 20, 2025
Career Planning to Lead Healthcare Digital Transformation
The digital transformation of healthcare organizations is a dynamic and ongoing process, driven by the rapid advancements in technology such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, big data analytics, telemedicine, and electronic health records (EHR).
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April 21, 2025
HIMSS Honors the Legacy of Pope Francis, A Champion for Global Health Equity
HIMSS mourns the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis, a global leader and unwavering advocate for compassion, equity and justice in healthcare. Pope Francis dedicated his papacy to defending the dignity of every human life and the belief that healthcare is a fundamental right. âAccess to comprehensive healthcare is necessary to build a more just world,â he said. HIMSS will continue to use its mission to guide the global health community in its pursuit of compassion, equality and fairness.Â
April 18, 2025
Finalists Announced for HIMSS25 Europe Startup Pitchfest Competition
Six innovative healthcare companies have earned a chance to deliver their business pitches on stage at Startup Pitchfest during the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition.
April 14, 2025
HIMSS Executive Summit in Dubai Joins Dubai AI Week as a Partner Event
HIMSS is excited to announce that the HIMSS Executive Summit in Dubai will be a partner event in the highly anticipated Dubai AI Week, an exclusive opportunity for attendees to engage with one of the most prestigious AI gatherings in the world. The HIMSS Executive Summit will be one of the only healthcare-focused events during the Dubai AI Week. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, Dubai AI Week serves as a global platform connecting AI research with real-world applications. With participation from industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs and investors, the event explores the vast potential of AI, covering critical themes such as responsible AI deployment, transparency and the future of work.
April 14, 2025
HIMSS Iberian Community Meeting 2025: Advancing Regional Digital Health Transformation
On January 30, 2025, the HIMSS Iberian Community gathered at Hospital Arnau de Vilanova in Valencia, Spain, bringing together healthcare leaders, IT experts, and policymakers to explore strategies for implementing a unified regional electronic medical record (EMR) system. The event provided a platform for discussing the challenges of integrating EMR systems across hospitals, featuring insights from European experiences and Spanish regional projects. A key focus was fostering collaboration with technology providers to drive digital transformation and improve healthcare interoperability.
April 11, 2025
Second Annual HIMSS Native American & Indigenous Symposium Advances Tribal Health while Building Trust
HIMSS hosted its second annual Native American & Indigenous Symposium at the 2025 HIMSS Global Conference & Exhibition, bringing together members of the HIMSS Native American & Indigenous Community and others working to advance Tribal health. The symposium began with an opening ceremony and prayer by Wallace Coffey, former chairman of the Comanche Nation. During the initial discussion, Evan Dunne, HIMSS Government Relations Manager, moderated a discussion with General Dynamics Information Technology Vice President Donnie Parish and Oracle Health representatives Dr. James Ellzy and Nate Stafford. Each panelist discussed how their respective organizations are modernizing healthcare around the world through technology solutions, most notably in supporting the health and wellbeing of Tribal communities while respecting cultural integration and building community trust.
April 10, 2025
HIMSS and KHIDI Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Digital Healthcare Innovation in Korea
HIMSS and the Korea Health Industry Development Institute have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate digital healthcare transformation in Korea. HIMSS President & CEO Hal Wolf and KHIDI President Soon-do Cha signed the agreement April 8, 2025, in Seoul, marking a significant milestone in Koreaâs commitment to building a digitally advanced healthcare ecosystem. With the global healthcare sectorâs growing expectation of digital transformation, nations worldwide are investing heavily in technologies that improve accessibility, efficiency and quality of care. This partnership will adopt the HIMSS Digital health Indicator (DHI) as the Korean Medical Digital Maturity Assessment Model.
Upcoming events
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HIMSS Executive Summit - Middle East
April 23, 2025
Where influential leaders come to collaborate, our HIMSS Executive Summit is meticulously designed to foster connections and offer unparalleled learning in an exclusive, in-person setting.
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Coffee with the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Task Force: Workforce Development & Career Pathways
May 13, 2025
Join the HIMSS Nursing Informatics Networking & Education Task Force for an insightful Coffee Chat focused on Workforce Development & Career Pathways. This engaging event will bring together healthcare professionals dedicated to building resilient career trajectories and advancing workforce innovation in nursing and informatics.
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HIMSS Executive Summit - Argentina
May 22, 2025
HIMSS y sus partners tienen el agrado de invitar al primer encuentro HIMSS Argentina Executive Summit, que se realizarĂĄ el jueves 22 de Mayo de 2025, en el auditorio del Centro Cultural de la Ciencia-Polo CientĂfico TecnolĂłgico, Palermo.
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HIMSS25 - European Health Conference & Exhibition
June 10 - 12, 2025
Get ready for knowledge-sharing, all the latest innovations, and in-depth demos with Europe's most influential healthcare community.
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AI in Healthcare Forum
July 10 - 11, 2025
The forum is the first of three-part AI Event Series, which will serve a comprehensive guide to understand how to build an AI leadership strategy, navigate the ethical and governance considerations, address the potential for risk, as well as explore the for opportunities for AI application ranging from clinical to administrative deployments to ultimately improve patient care and the patient experience.
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AI Leadership Strategy Summit
September 18 - 19, 2025
Hear directly from top C-suite voices on infrastructure readiness, balancing innovation with governance, regulatory and ethical considerations, and how to measure ROI. Expert-led sessions will give you a clear framework for AI adoptionâcovering financial strategy, compliance, scaling, and beyond.
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Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality in Healthcare
November 11, 2025
This is a competition among the GWU MHA Graduate students in Health Informatics. The top presentation, as determined by outside observers, will be presented in an EHL Webinar series as a collaboration between HIMSS and GWU.
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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.