Asia-Pacific’s health landscape is changing quickly, and keeping pace with all the evolution is vital. HIMSS25 APAC Conference & Exhibition is bringing all today’s cutting-edge thinkers and technologists to Malaysia—to arm you with knowledge that makes real change happen.
In collaboration with Informa Markets and co-located in Kuala Lumpur with International Healthcare Week, you’ll witness the best of APAC healthcare as it converges with the international offering that HIMSS brings to the event. We’re expecting over 16,000 visitors and 300 exhibitors representing the global health ecosystem to attend, and we want you there, too!
Keynote Speakers
YB Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad
Guest of Honour, Minister of Health, Malaysia
Harold 'Hal' Wolf, III
Opening Keynote, President & Chief Executive Officer, HIMSS
Asia-Pacific’s most advanced health conference
At HIMSS25 APAC, leaders from across Asia-Pacific and beyond will take you deep inside their work building smarter, more connected, and more resilient healthcare systems.
You’ll explore case studies, gain insights from the frontlines, and learn hands-on strategies to speed up your progress across operations, technology, cybersecurity, and workforce. This’s where all our ecosystem’s top thinkers from APAC will be—and there’s a seat for you at the table.
Who is HIMSS25 APAC for?
You’re leading a health system through a transformation, and want a window into the priorities and strategies that other leaders are using to deliver real change.
You’re leading care on the frontlines, and keen to explore how digital transformation can empower your work, improve patient outcomes, and reduce burnout.
You’re building the next generation of healthcare solutions, and want to learn from other firms—and the health experts who use your solutions.
You’re contributing to the regulations and laws that govern healthcare in Asia-Pacific, and want to develop deeper expertise on policies throughout our region.
Note: Anyone is welcome, and every HIMSS member gets preferred pricing on registration!
Explore our four learning tracks
Digital Health Transformation
This track focuses on leading effective transformation projects. You’ll learn how to align strategy, technology and culture to drive savings, improve outcomes and increase efficiency.
Artificial Intelligence
You’ll tackle strategies for simplifying workflows, reducing costs, and improving patient outcomes through ethical implementations of AI.
Cybersecurity
You’ll explore how to strengthen your systems resilience, reduce risk, and respond to evolving threats, all while maintaining trust and a fast pace of innovation.
Workforce Efficiency
You’ll learn how to reduce burnout, save costs, and build a more resilient, future-ready workforce. Smarter staffing, digital tools, and better support for clinicians—we’ll cover it all.
We’ll be nestled in the heart of Kuala Lumpur
HIMSS25 APAC will take place at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), as part of International Healthcare Week.
That means you’ll be in the building during CPHI South East Asia, WHX, WHX Labs, and Medtec Southeast Asia—and your registration includes full access to alltheir exhibition floors.
As an add-on, you can even take a walk through Kuala Lumpur’s Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)—one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most advanced cardiovascular centers.
Guided by the hospital’s leadership, this tour will give you an up-close look into IJN’s innovations in cardiac care, and the chance to learn from the leaders driving that system’s entire transformation.
Industry Briefing: Malaysia’s Healthcare Digital Transformation
18 July | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Join an invite-only briefing co-hosted by Malaysia’s Ministry of Health, HIMSS, and the National Heart Institute (IJN), focused on MOH’s digital roadmap for EMR deployment across public hospitals. You’ll hear all Malaysia’s new system requirements and how they’re making the vision for national interoperability happen.
Location provided to invited guests.
HIMSS Connect
16-18 July
This is your one-stop shop for all things HIMSS. Come learn about our initiatives, our solutions and our work—and talk to the team to learn more about the value of membership.
Located on Level 2, Exhibition Hall 5.
NEW: HIMSS Hall of Achievements
16-18 July
For the first time at HIMSS APAC, we’ll have a dedicated installation celebrating the 16+ systems that’ve reached Stage 6 or 7 on our maturity models. You’ll get to see each organization’s journey, complete with photos, milestones and success metrics that show how they did it.
Located on Level 2, Exhibition Hall 5.
You’ll leave with a full view of the healthcare ecosystem
See who you’ll be learning with
HIMSS25 APAC is a hotspot for executive networking—and C-level decision-makers.
HIMSS24 Worksites
Hospital/Multi-Hospital System: 69.22%
Community Health Center/Clinic: 9.35%
Government/Policy Influencers: 3.50%
Market Supplier: 17.93%
HIMSS24 Top Job Profiles
Hospital IT, Managers/Project Managers: 38.11%
C-Level Healthcare Professionals: 34.64%
Hospital Clinicians, Doctors and Nurses: 18.89%
Policy Makers, Government or Ministerial Representatives: 4.99%
Business Development, Marketing and Sales: 3.37%
Note: all statistics taken from HIMSS24 APAC attendance data.
Meet our steering committee
Our Steering Committee is made up of leading health IT and healthcare professionals committed to shaping the HIMSS25 APAC Conference & Exhibition. Their expertise in technology, policy, and innovation drives the event’s agenda, ensuring it reflects the latest advancements in digital health and the diverse challenges our region faces.
Assoc. Prof Dr Dhesi Raja
HIMSS25 APAC Chairperson; Chair, HIMSS APAC Advisory Board, Malaysia
Dr. Mahesh Appannan
HIMSS25 APAC Co-Chairperson; Director of Digital Health Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia
Prof. Dato Sri Dr. Alwi Yunus
Clinical Director of Health Informatics, Institut Jantung Negara, Malaysia
Dr. Thirunavukarasu Rajoo
Chief Executive Officer, Careclinics Healthcare Services, Malaysia
Dr. Gao Yujia
Asst Group Chief Technology Officer, National University Health System, Singapore
Dr. Hong Fang Ming
Director of Surgical ICU, Department of Critical Care Medicine, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, Taiwan
Assoc. Prof. Seyoung Jung
Director, Office of Hospital Information, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, South Korea
Kumar KV
Group Chief Information Officer, Narayana Health, India
B. Roberto Tampubolon
Chief Information Officer, SMC Telogorejo Hospital, Indonesia
We’ll be right in the vibrant KL Metropolis district. MITEC is in the center of it all, with easy access to the city’s top business, dining, and entertainment districts. You'll also be just minutes from the upscale Mont Kiara neighbourhood, which is known for its chic cafes, dining scene, and boutique shopping.
After a day of programming, Kuala Lumpur’s all yours to explore. Local must-sees include the Petronas Towers, Batu Caves, and some of the bustling night markets the city is famous for. If you want to take it slow, you can unwind with a visit to a local spa or a scenic walk through Perdana Botanical Gardens just west of the Old Town.
How long is it to the airport?
MITEC is primarily served by Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), located approx. 63 km south of the city center. Travel times by taxi or ride-share from the airport are between 50 and 65 minutes, depending on traffic.
Hotel Recommendations
Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur (5.8km from MITEC)
As an add-on, you can join an exclusive visit to the Institut Jantung Negara (IJN), Malaysia’s leading hospital and national referral center for cardiovascular conditions. This’s a unique chance to see one of APAC’s top systems on the ground—and learn how they’re driving real transformation.
The hospital tour is for overseas healthcare providers only. It will take place on July 16, during our pre-conference programming. We have two sessions available (please register for only one, to ensure all can participate):
IJN recently achieved Stage 6 of the HIMSS Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM), recognizing its progress in implementing Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS), closed-loop medication administration, and other operational advances. These advances have led to improved patient safety and clinical outcomes, improved patient satisfaction, and financial performance.
This hospital visit offers firsthand insights into how digital healthcare technologies are applied in real-world settings in IJN to address challenges such as physician adoption, inefficient clinical workflows, and accreditation requirements. Discover how these advancements lead to improved clinical outcomes, enhanced patient engagement, and more effective use of their EMR technology.
What you’ll learn
See IJN’s EMR strategy in action
You’ll explore how IJN achieved HIMSS EMRAM Stage 6 by implementing clinical decision support and closed-loop medication delivery—among many other innovations.
Understand what drives outcomes
You’ll learn how improvements in digital maturity improved patient safety, clinical outcomes, satisfaction scores, and cost efficiency at IJN.
Get a window into successful adoption
You’ll gain insights into how IJN overcomes workflow and adoption challenges during key digital transformation projects.
How will we get there?
The designated departure and assembly point for hospital visits is MITEC, Kuala Lumpur. Transportation will be provided via shuttle buses. Departure times will vary depending on the signed-up session and will be communicated separately to registered participants.
Who can join the hospital visit?
The tour is open to overseas healthcare providers registered for HIMSS25 APAC. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.
What language will the tour be conducted in?
The tour will be conducted in English to accommodate our international participants.
Join healthcare leaders from across Asia-Pacific for three days of inspiring keynotes, expert-led education, interactive networking, hands-on tech demos, global case studies, and more. The content is laser-focused on transforming our region’s healthcare, and you’ll leave with actionable strategies you can put to work at home.
Complete your registration now to be part of the APAC’s most advanced digital health event—and explore the intersection between innovation, strategy, and outcomes. We’re excited to meet you in Kuala Lumpur, and to see how the insights you get change your system.
Healthcare Employees ( Employees of government agencies, hospitals, medical centres, academic institutions and non-profit associations.)
MYR 2,950 / USD 655
MYR 3,400 / USD 755
MYR 3,850 / USD 855
Tech Leaders (Individuals from vendor companies who are not sponsoring the event, solution providers and consultants.)
MYR 5,700 / USD 1,265
MYR 7,500 / USD 1,665
MYR 9,250 / USD 2,055
Add-ons
Hospital Visit (International Healthcare Employees Only)
MYR 850 / USD 200
MYR 850 / USD 200
MYR 1,060 / USD 250
Networking Night
MYR 340 / USD 80
MYR 340 / USD 80
MYR 430 / USD 90
Industry Briefing: Malaysia’s Healthcare Digital Transformation (Access is by invitation only. If you're interested, please contact shereen.woon@himss.org)
This event has a limited number of discounted student passes available. To apply, please send documentation as proof of enrollment to nicole.tan@himss.org. If passes are still available, you will receive the discount code after your documentation has been verified.
Press
We love welcoming journalists into our cutting-edge learning, and members of the press can apply for a complimentary press pass.
Registration Rate Categories
Healthcare Employees
Employees of government agencies, hospitals, medical centres, academic institutions and non-profit associations.
Tech Leaders
Individuals from vendor companies who are not sponsoring the event, solution providers and consultants.
All Other Professionals
Includes market suppliers, solution providers, consultants, contractors and business services professionals.
Student
Rate applicable to current students only.
Please note: If you register under a Worksite that does not align with your current employer, HIMSS reserves the right to shift your registration to the correct registration fee category. Please keep in mind that additional registration fee charges may apply in such cases.
Press Pass
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