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, we’re 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.
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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 Indicator’s 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
HIMSS’ 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 What’s new in digital health
Keep your finger on the pulse of the industry's latest trends, technologies and discoveries.
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May 29, 2025
Digital Health Transformation: Gains, Gaps, and the Growth of AI
The research was conducted among U.S. leaders in healthcare to understand their perspective on the outlook of digital health transformation within their organization. We found that digital health initiatives are delivering remarkable results across healthcare organizations, with patient engagement emerging as the cornerstone of successful transformation.
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May 28, 2025
How Application Portfolio Management Accelerates M&A Value in Healthcare
Health system mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can deliver substantial operational efficiencies and competitive advantages around achieving economies of scale, expanding market share, or improving care delivery.
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May 28, 2025
Utilizing Resources Available Through Campus Career Centers to Prepare for and Start Your Career
As a HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) student, your technical skills are likely top-notch. You've spent countless hours mastering data analytics, healthcare IT systems, compliance, and coding. But when it comes to landing that first job—or stepping up into a more advanced role—technical ability alone won’t always open the right doors. That’s where your school’s career services department can become a game-changer.
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May 27, 2025
From Generative AI to Agentic AI
Join the HIMSS TIGER Global Community Meeting Series, a monthly webinar that brings together healthcare professionals, thought leaders, and innovators from around the world. This series provides a unique platform for members of the TIGER (Technology Informatics for Global Education Readiness) community to collaborate, share knowledge, and discuss the latest trends in healthcare technology and informatics.
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May 27, 2025
Best Practices and Lessons Learned about Certification and Career Advancement in the Field of Nursing Informatics
Join the HIMSS TIGER Global Community Meeting Series, a monthly webinar that brings together healthcare professionals, thought leaders, and innovators from around the world. This series provides a unique platform for members of the TIGER (Technology Informatics for Global Education Readiness) community to collaborate, share knowledge, and discuss the latest trends in healthcare technology and informatics.
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May 19, 2025
Honoring National Nurses Month: Celebrating Nursing Informatics and the Power of Community
With over 4 million registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advance practice registered nurses in the U.S., nurses represent the largest professional group in healthcare. This workforce is navigating an ever-changing environment shaped by digital health transformation, AI advancements, and increasing cybersecurity and privacy protections. Nurses continue to adapt to emerging technologies, and it’s crucial to invest in educating and preparing the workforce with the necessary skills to lead the future of care.
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May 29, 2025
Moving Beyond Passwords to Passkeys: A Revolution in Digital Identity
May 1, 2025, marked the first World Passkey Day, replacing what had been recognized for over a decade as World Password Day. This annual security awareness day has been observed on the first Thursday of May and was originally launched in May 2013 by Intel to promote better password practices.
May 28, 2025
Nurses Month Member Spotlight: Lori Howard, RN, MBA, Managing Partner, Greenfield Health Solutions
May is National Nurses Month—a time to celebrate the dedication and impact of nurses across the healthcare continuum. At HIMSS, we’re proud to recognize members who are not only delivering exceptional care but also advancing their careers and the profession through continuous learning, leadership, and innovation in digital health.
May 27, 2025
Learn to Use Health Data Right at HIMSS25 Europe
At the 2025 HIMSS European Conference and Exhibition, taking place 10–12 June at the Palais des Congrès de Paris, the programming track Using Health Data Right will explore how health data, when ethically managed and applied, can serve as a powerful driver of digital transformation in healthcare.
May 19, 2025
Nominate Bold Leaders for 2026 HIMSS Changemaker in Health Awards
HIMSS members are invited to nominate peers, colleagues, friends and role models for the 2026 HIMSS Changemaker in Health Awards, which recognize inspirational and innovative health leaders who drive transformational change leading to improved health outcomes through the advancement of information and technology.
May 19, 2025
Nurses Month Member Spotlight: Darren Batara, MS, BSN, RN, CPHIMS, Manager of Nursing Innovation & Informatics, Stanford Health Care
May is National Nurses Month—a time to celebrate the dedication and impact of nurses across the healthcare continuum. At HIMSS, we’re proud to recognize members who are not only delivering exceptional care but also advancing their careers and the profession through continuous learning, leadership, and innovation in digital health.
May 15, 2025
HIMSS25 Europe Tackles the Healthcare Workforce Crisis
The 2025 HIMSS European Conference and Exhibition will take on one of the most urgent issues facing healthcare systems: the workforce crisis. Recruiting new talent while retaining the current workforce has become a critical component in digital health transformation. HIMSS25 Europe will dedicate an entire programming track to the future of the healthcare workforce.
Upcoming events
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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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Harnessing AI: Boosting Patient Care and Employee Productivity
June 18, 2025
This session will explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the healthcare industry, focusing on AI in patient care as well as how AI enhances employees’ performance and reduces burnout.
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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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HIMSS Executive Summit - Chile
July 21, 2025
HIMSS y sus partners tienen el agrado de invitar al quinto encuentro HIMSS Chile Executive Summit, que se realizará el lunes 21 de julio de 2025 en el Hotel Sheraton Convention Center, en la ciudad de Santiago.
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NACHC Community Health Institute (CHI) & EXPO Conference
August 17 - 19, 2025
The Community Health Institute & EXPO is the premiere gathering of the nation’s Community Health Centers, the largest network of primary care providers in the nation.
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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 adoption—covering financial strategy, compliance, scaling, and beyond.
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Civitas 2025 Annual Conference: Bridging Data and Doing
September 28 - 30, 2025
Civitas’ 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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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.