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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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Advance your career with our curated courses, professional certifications and accredited continuing education hours.
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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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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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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.
Compelling courses
Gain access to insightful and compelling courses, touching on a range of topics from implementing AI to data reporting, that support your career growth.
The Executive Connect advantage
Propelling health technology leaders into the future, our Executive Connect program provides aspiring and current executives 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.
Featured resources
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May 8, 2026
Delivering Mental Health Care in the Waiting List Era
This whitepaper argues that closing the gap requires a shift from episodic, clinician-centric models toward hybrid mental health care: an integrated approach combining digital interventions, continuous monitoring, and timely clinician-led treatment within a structured care pathway.
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May 5, 2026
Member Insights: Building Capacity for Nurse Informaticists’ Competencies in the Evolving AI Era: A White Paper
The rapid advancements and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming healthcare systems and clinical practice. Nurse informaticists (NIs) play a critical role in integrating nursing practice, information technology, and data science to advance innovations that optimize workflows and enhance safety and quality of care. NIs are essential to ensure that patient care information and communication technologies are clinically relevant, effectively utilized, and aligned with ethical and professional standards. In the context of the evolving role of NIs, particularly in the AI era, a need exists to establish defined competencies for effective practice in diverse healthcare settings.
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May 4, 2026
Nurses Month 2026: Industry Perspectives on Advancing Nursing Informatics
As healthcare continues to rapidly evolve, the role of nurses, particularly in nursing informatics, has never been more critical. From advancing AI and digital health to influencing leadership and organizational strategy, nurses are at the center of shaping the future of care.
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April 30, 2026
Singing River Elevates Epic® Performance and Cyber Resiliency
Singing River Health System partnered with RapidScale, a Cox Business company, to modernize its infrastructure, strengthen cyber resiliency, and support secure Epic® performance.
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April 30, 2026
You're Not Ready for Epic’s Agent Factory
Somewhere in America right now, a small army of healthcare executives are in a frenzy. They heard a pitch about Epic's Agent Factory. Maybe it was at HIMSS26 in Las Vegas. Maybe it came from a vendor demo, a LinkedIn post, or an Epic advisory council they sat on last quarter. Whatever the source, they or the people around them are now convinced that their health system will soon have AI agents autonomously managing medication reconciliation, processing prior authorization at light speed, and rebuilding Epic workflows faster than their entire IT department.
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April 27, 2026
Integrierte Versorgung erfolgreich gestalten – was funktionierende Versorgungsnetzwerke ausmacht
Dieses Auftaktwebinar beleuchtet, wie integrierte Versorgungsnetzwerke die Patientenwege im DACH-Raum grundlegend verändern. Auf Basis praktischer Erfahrungen sowie Reifegrad-Erkenntnissen aus dem HIMSS Continuity of Care Maturity Model (CCMM) zeigen die Referierenden, wie „nahtlose Versorgung” in der Praxis aussehen kann.
Featured news
May 12, 2026
HIMSS Physician Committee Member Spotlight: Dr. Lukasz Kowalczyk
Dr. Kowalczyk, a practicing gastroenterologist, health tech entrepreneur, and Executive Medical Director of Provation Medical, is the May Physician Committee member we would like to spotlight.
May 8, 2026
HIMSS Nurses Month 2026 Member Spotlight: Leadership & Strategy: Nurses Shaping Healthcare
This week, we focus on the growing influence of nurses in leadership and strategic decision-making. Nursing informatics leaders are helping to guide digital transformation efforts, ensuring that technology investments align with clinical needs and organizational priorities. Their leadership is essential in bridging the gap between care delivery and innovation.
May 5, 2026
Ankara Bilkent Şehir Hastanesi Recognized for Digital Maturity with HIMSS EMRAM Stage 6 Validation
HIMSS has validated Ankara Bilkent Şehir Hastanesi - Fizik Tedavi ve Rehabilitasyon Hastanesi at Stage 6 of the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model, recognizing the hospital’s significant progress in advancing digital health transformation and patient-centered care in Europe.
May 5, 2026
HIMSS Raises Workforce Concerns in Response to Proposed Student Loan Reforms
In its response to the RISE rule, HIMSS underscored that changes to federal student loan policy could have significant ripple effects across digital health, health IT and clinical informatics roles.
May 4, 2026
HIMSS Nurses Month 2026 Member Spotlight: Digital Innovators: AI and Technology in Nursing
At HIMSS, May is National Nurses Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the impact nurses have on improving lives and shaping the future of healthcare. HIMSS is proud to spotlight members of the nursing informatics community whose expertise, innovation, and leadership are transforming care delivery beyond the bedside. From advancing digital health to influencing strategy and technology, these professionals exemplify the vital role nurses play in driving meaningful change. Join us in honoring their contributions and the lasting impact they make across healthcare.
May 1, 2026
CMS Calls for Interoperable, Efficient, and Transparent ePrior Authorization Process for Drugs in Proposed Rule
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed significant steps to streamline and digitize prior authorizations for drugs.
Upcoming events
HIMSS26 - European Health Conference & Exhibition
May 19 - 21, 2026
In Copenhagen, we’ll explore the latest trends, solutions and strategies in health tech. With insightful keynotes, hands-on workshops and unparalleled networking opportunities, this event is designed to accelerate your understanding of digital maturity in healthcare—and how you can leverage it to stay ahead of the curve.
HIMSS Executive Summit - Argentina
May 26, 2026
El HIMSS Executive Summit reunirá a los profesionales más relevantes de la Salud y la Tecnología, tanto del sector público como privado, quienes en las distintas sesiones van a debatir y realizar un profundo análisis sobre los últimos avances en las diversas áreas en las que la tecnología está impactando en el sistema de salud argentino.
AI Leadership Summit - Boston
June 24, 2026
The AI Leadership Summit is an exclusive, one-day gathering designed for senior executives from healthcare provider organizations. With only 65 seats available, this highly curated experience offers an intimate environment for decision-makers responsible for leading system-wide artificial intelligence strategies.
AI in Healthcare Forum - Boston
June 25 - 26, 2026
The AI in Healthcare Forum brings together clinicians, executives, technologists, researchers, and innovators for two immersive days focused on the real-world application of AI in health and care. Held in the vibrant Seaport District of Boston, the Forum is designed to educate, inspire, and accelerate progress across organizations at every stage of their AI journey.
HIMSS Virtual Care Community
June 29, 2026
Join the HIMSS Virtual Care Community online on 29 June, for a webinar designed for leaders seeking actionable guidance grounded in real world experience. The conversation will highlight lessons learned, tradeoffs made, and strategies for accelerating adoption while supporting bedside teams.
HIMSS26 APAC Conference & Exhibition
August 23 - 25, 2026
HIMSS26 APAC brings together healthcare leaders, government voices, clinicians, innovators, and technology partners from across the region to explore how health systems can move from AI ambition to evidence-based action. Held in Singapore and co-hosted with SingHealth, the conference is designed for decision-makers who are ready to build stronger digital foundations, scale responsible innovation, and shape the future of healthcare in APAC.
HIMSS Executive Summit - Middle East
September 30, 2026
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.
AI Leadership Summit - San Diego
October 21, 2026
The AI Leadership Summit is an exclusive, one-day gathering designed for senior executives from healthcare provider organizations. With only 65 seats available, this highly curated experience offers an intimate environment for decision-makers responsible for leading system-wide artificial intelligence strategies.
AI in Healthcare Forum
October 22 - 23, 2026
The AI in Healthcare Forum brings together clinicians, executives, technologists, researchers, and innovators for an immersive day focused on the real-world application of AI in health and care — with a deliberate emphasis on governance, policy, and responsible implementation. Held in San Diego, this Forum is designed to move beyond the hype — building the frameworks, accountability structures, and ethical guardrails that allow AI to be deployed safely, equitably, and at scale across healthcare organizations.