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| Capture Innovation
May 2019 Newsletter
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The Brightest Minds Speak Up Healthcare is transforming – with more coming. It takes a long view and deep wisdom to spot trends that matter. With her unusual multi-industry pathway, Jay Srini offers valuable insights on the most pivotal disruptions in healthcare innovation – from 3D printed artificial hearts, to crowd-sourcing for solutions. Srini is a member of the HIMSS Innovation Committee, former chief innovation officer for the UPMC Health Plan, and chief strategist with SCS Ventures in Pittsburgh, PA. Expand your mind on what healthcare innovation is… and is not… → |
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Passion to Heal with AR/VR/XR: Meet 2019 MCIC Winners “Virtual reality and augmented reality technologies are constantly evolving,” says Brian Dornbos, OD, Director of Optometry for Vivid Vision, creators of VR game software designed to correct lazy eye and train the brain to perceive depth. They won first place in the 2019 Medical Capital Innovation Competition held in April. Dornbos found huge value in the competition’s two-day process. “We weren’t familiar with how to propose our treatment method as a business opportunity -- and we really learned how to do that from the mentors on the first day.”
Learn about the brightest AR/VR/XR concepts & how MCIC benefits every entrant… → |
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Challenge America: Makers for Veterans Alleviating post-war life obstacles through creative tech solutions requires understanding a veteran’s individual needs, desires and challenges for improved quality of life. This is the goal of CAMVETS, organized by Challenge America, as part of their mission to help U.S. military veterans, service members and their families. They put experts to work to develop innovative, personalized solutions for one veteran that can be scaled to apply to many. These solutions were showcased during a three-day make-a-thon in Cleveland in April and awarded at the HIMSS Innovation & Conference Center. Meet veterans in need and their personal tech solutions → |
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Collaborator Corner: Health Systems Search for the Optimum Retail Pharmacy Business Model Businesses serving the healthcare industry are finding huge benefits in forming a collaborative relationship with HIMSS Innovation & Conference Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Learn from their experiences and thought leadership in this feature called “Collaborators’ Corner.” This month features, Scriptpro, a company that incorporates robotics, workflow, and pharmacy management software within a unified architecture, shares how hospitals and health systems are beginning to recognize how empowering their retail pharmacies can reduce readmissions, increase medication adherence, improve patient satisfaction measures, and generate substantial revenues. Read more about the optimum retail pharmacy business model… → |
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Coming Soon: Annual Call for Committee Volunteers Calling all HIMSS members: Mark your calendar for May 17 when we launch the call for HIMSS Committee volunteers. Service on a committee offers HIMSS members the exclusive opportunity to shape health information and technology initiatives, evolve workforce development resources and offer expertise through industry speaking opportunities including HIMSS Global Conference. Learn more → |
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Call for Reviewers at HIMSS20 The search is on for peer reviewers from around the world to ensure the quality, integrity and relevance of 300+ globally focused education sessions at the 2020 HIMSS Global Conference. The HIMSS Global Conference & Exhibition — the leading health information and technology conference – is known for its exceptional education. Reviewers are more than just subject matter experts — they are mentors to our speakers throughout their presentation preparation. Share your expertise by applying today. Peer reviewers must be HIMSS members. Questions? Contact Deb Clough, Manager, Global Conference Education. |
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Wine Down Wednesday Meetup
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
5:00 pm — 7:00 pm
Improving Healthcare through Human Interaction and Digital Innovation at Fitbit Join us at the HIMSS Innovation & Conference Center to hear Bryce Rausch, the Northeast Regional Director of Sales for Fitbit’s Health Solutions Division, discuss the latest on human interaction and digital innovation. More details and registration here → |
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Amazon Web Services Roadshow: Leverage VMware and AWS to Simplify Your Hybrid IT Operations Thursday May 30, 2019
11:30 am – 2:00 pm EDT
HIMSS Innovation & Conference Center, 4th floor of the Global Center for Health Innovation Accepting submissions for the Learn about VMware Cloud on AWS which is a HIPAA-compliant hybrid cloud environment for healthcare organizations. Learn more and register here. |
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Center for Healthcare Innovation: Diversity, Inclusion, & Health Equity Symposium
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
8:00 am - 4:00 pm CDT, Reception After
Chicago, IL, 60606 The 9th annual Diversity, Inclusion, & Health Equity Symposium is a leading annual, collaborative event focusing on health equity and health disparities in the U.S. The symposium brings together leading healthcare professionals, executives, physicians, patient groups, patients, researchers, academics, clinical trial professionals, and diversity and inclusion advocates to discuss health equity in the life sciences and the health sectors. The symposium focuses on the latest trends, challenges, opportunities in both the marketplace and workplace, with a specific focus on how to best serve an increasingly diverse patient base. We also aim to address the broader health disparity challenges in the U.S., and the symposium equips attendees with the latest insights and ideas. Attendees will learn practical solutions, share perspectives, and meet new industry and marketplace colleagues. Find more information and details about registrations here. |
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| Join the HIMSS Innovation Community Today! Innovation is fundamentally transforming the healthcare delivery system through the discovery of new solutions, processes and products that challenge existing models. The HIMSS Innovation Community is comprised of HIMSS members originating from health system, provider, vendor, academic and consulting perspectives and working in any aspect of the health system setting. The community features a variety of healthcare leaders sharing their experiences and stories of innovation. Join today! |
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| Wanted: Innovators with Big Ideas — Step Inside the HIMSS Innovation & Conference Center This year-round, state-of-the-art facility convenes thought leaders, hosts innovative events and provides education on disruptive technologies. Discover answers to your questions, explore the latest cutting-edge solutions, and connect with experts and peers. The HIMSS Innovation & Conference Center: Where the brightest minds meet. |
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