From Complexity to Impact: How Healthcare Leaders are Mastering Emerging Technologies
By Jill Brewer, HIMSS
Healthcare organizations continue to wrestle with the complexity of managing IT systems, platforms, and devices—but they’re finding new ways to turn these challenges into opportunities. This study reveals where leveraged technologies are making a tangible impact on operational efficiency, business goals, and patient care. You’ll also uncover how AI is being used to support clinical decision-making, the role of advanced analytics platforms in driving predictive insights, and how leaders are weaving cyber resilience into every step of technology adoption.
A few things you’ll learn here:
- Top challenges in managing technology ecosystems—and the strategies organizations are using to address them
- Real-world clinical use cases where AI is improving care delivery
- The evolving impact of data analytics platforms on organizational performance
- The cyber resilience tactics being used to shape emerging tech adoption
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Digital empowerment: healthcare’s new frontier in patient engagement
This study explores how hospitals are using technology to directly engage patients in their own care. It focuses on tools like digital whiteboards and patient portals, which organizations like the Moffitt Cancer Center are using to boost patient involvement. You’ll get a data-backed sense for patients’ preferences around digital health tools, learn how to handle adoption roadblocks (like trust and privacy), and get actionable guidance for improving your system’s patient engagement.
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December 16, 2024
Five technology-centric strategies to prevent clinician burnout
The article addresses the critical problem of clinician burnout, which affects nearly all surveyed healthcare professionals. Here, you’ll get innovative, tech-based strategies from experienced healthcare leaders aimed at managing and reducing stress. These strategies cover transforming staff perspectives, enhancing current workflows, adopting new tools, ensuring transparent communication, and connecting technology use to real changes in clinical workloads.
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December 16, 2024
Interoperability: Bridging healthcare’s information gap
This report provides insights into healthcare leaders’ current approaches towards interoperability, based on surveys with 100 top health executives and tech experts. You’ll learn how healthcare organizations can enhance their connectivity and use tech advancements to boost service quality—all while reducing data silos.
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November 25, 2024
The Role of an Application Analyst
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November 22, 2024
The Role of a Program Manager
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November 11, 2024
21st Century Healthcare Consulting Career Development and Planning
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November 11, 2024
HIMSS Professional Certification for Minority Students and Professionals
We recently wrapped up our certification grant program for 2024 and wanted to share some insights and successes. For the third consecutive year, the HIMSS Foundation, in collaboration with the HIMSS Global Health Equity Network, supported the HIMSS Professional Certification Grant for Minority Professionals and Students. This program was launched during Global Health Equity Week, held from October 23-27, 2023. Its goal is to attract and equip a diverse workforce in health IT, helping underrepresented students and professionals prepare for the Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CAHIMS®) or the Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS®) exams, depending on their suitability.
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October 29, 2024
CPDHTS Competency Gap Assessment
Demonstrate your digital health strategy expertise by earning the Certified Professional in Digital Health Transformation Strategy (CPDHTS)® professional certification from HIMSS. Increase your knowledge, competence, credibility, and commitment to your career and continuing education.
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October 28, 2024
CPDHTS Learning Plan
Demonstrate your digital health strategy expertise by earning the Certified Professional in Digital Health Transformation Strategy (CPDHTS)® professional certification from HIMSS. Review the Learning Plan to prepare for the exam
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October 17, 2024
The Role of a Privacy Specialist
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October 7, 2024
Two Roads Diverged in a Wood: Career Decision-Making for Early Professionals
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October 3, 2024
The Role of a Clinical Systems Analyst
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September 5, 2024
How a MICU Team Made a Difference When It Mattered Most
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September 5, 2024
HIMSS and PCHAlliance Ask HHS OIG for More Clarity, Increased Coordination on Information Blocking CMP Proposed Regulation
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September 5, 2024
HIMSS Policy Briefing on the European Health Data Space (EHDS)
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September 5, 2024
ONC’s Cures Act Final Rule
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September 5, 2024
Leveraging Health Information & Technology to Address the Maternal Mortality Crisis
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September 5, 2024
The Challenges in Achieving a True Modern Healthcare Data Platform
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September 5, 2024
HIMSS recommendations for proposed Information Blocking Provider Disincentives
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September 5, 2024
Navigating Change and Innovation in Healthcare IT: The Transformative Role of the Workforce
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September 5, 2024
University of California, Davis Health Pioneers Framework for Ethical Health AI and Data Governance
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September 5, 2024
AI Global Policy Principles
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September 5, 2024
Europe's Mission to Balance Health Data and Ethics
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September 5, 2024
HIMSS Submits Comments on the TEFCA Draft QTF
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September 5, 2024
Infant Mortality Awareness: Innovating for Improved Outcomes
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September 5, 2024
Leveraging the European Health Data Space White Paper
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September 5, 2024
Recommendations on How to Reach the Full Potential of the Proposed European Health Data Space
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September 5, 2024
ONC Announces Additional Flexibilities Around Interoperability Final Regulation Implementation
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September 5, 2024
HIMSS Submits Recommendations on EU Health Data Space, Data Governance, Cross-Border Care, HERA
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September 5, 2024
Accelerating Maternal Health Research
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September 5, 2024
Compliance with ONC’s Interoperability Regulation Information Blocking Provisions Required Beginning April 5, 2021
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September 5, 2024
European Health Data Space Webinar: What You Need to Know
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September 3, 2024
Revolutionizing Patient Care: Exploring Hospital at Home Successes, Challenges, and Future Opportunities
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September 3, 2024
Preparing for a World of National Networks and Frameworks
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September 3, 2024
HIMSS Government Relations And Informatics Impact Report
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July 18, 2024
The Importance of Health IT: A Journey from the C-Suite
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June 19, 2024
Learning to Effectively Communicate and Act Professionally While Seeking Employment and Working
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June 19, 2024
Translating Your Value: Staying Resilient & Exuding Confidence
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May 2, 2024
CPHIMS Candidate Handbook
Access the CPHIMS candidate handbook
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May 1, 2024
CAHIMS Candidate Handbook
Access the CAHIMS candidate handbook
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May 1, 2024
Global Health IT Infrastructure and Development
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April 18, 2024
Professional Development Course Catalog
Explore our catalog of courses designed to enhance your knowledge and advance your ability to understand healthcare, helping yourself and others thrive. Obtain detailed information about each HIMSS course including course description, learning objectives, delivery format, seat hours, and continuing education hours.
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March 7, 2024
Crafting an Effective Value Proposition for a Successful Job Search
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March 7, 2024
A Journey to Understand Change Resistance
Unlock tactics for managing the dynamic realm of healthcare informatics.
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January 30, 2024
Identifying Your Transferable Skills When Transitioning Careers
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January 17, 2024
The Year in Review: Collaborating to Build the Health IT Workforce and Talent Pipeline
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January 10, 2024
Networking and Mentoring for Professional Success
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December 21, 2023
Succession Planning for the Healthcare Information Professional
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December 20, 2023
The Growing Importance of Data Analytics in Health Informatics
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November 14, 2023
Making the Mark: Journey to HIMSS Professional Certifications and Beyond
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November 14, 2023
Creating a Personal Positioning Plan
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October 23, 2023
Unlocking the Future: Exploring Exciting Careers in Health Information Technology
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September 28, 2023
It Takes a Village: Strategies for Successful Collaborations
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September 21, 2023
Meaningful Mentorship: Proven Principles for Success
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August 2, 2023
Strategic Planning, Goal Setting and Realistic Expectations
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July 19, 2023
Curating Your Career Path
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July 19, 2023
Using Education to Develop Leaders for Telehealth and Virtual Care
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July 14, 2023
Getting a Job You Want: Resume and Job Search Strategies
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July 13, 2023
Using Technology to Improve Individual Daily Performance
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June 8, 2023
From Good to Great: The Benefits of Continued Upskilling in Healthcare
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May 24, 2023
Maximize Your Potential: Job Trends and Opportunities
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April 13, 2023
Health Equity and Data Utilization – Innovations and Issues for The George Washington University MHA Students in Health Informatics
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April 11, 2023
Leading the Charge: Developing Your Leadership Voice in Digital Health
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March 29, 2023
Intelligent Self-Diversification
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March 17, 2023
Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry
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March 3, 2023
A New Degree for Health Informatics Leaders
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February 8, 2023
Time Management Tips to Address Burnout
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February 7, 2023
Broadening Your Horizons: Jobs in Health Informatics
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January 17, 2023
Craft a Captivating Resume to Land Your Health IT Dream Job
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December 13, 2022
Realizing the Benefits of Certification
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November 8, 2022
Measuring Performance for HIT Employees
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October 11, 2022
Career Pathways: Your Guide to Career Advancement
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September 13, 2022
Are you thinking about another job? What's your exit strategy?
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August 5, 2022
How the Power of Networking Can Guide Your Career
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July 25, 2022
Continuing Education: Ethics
Discover ethics related content for the HIMSS Certifications renewal requirement and advance your knowledge while maintaining your certification.
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July 19, 2022
Interview Fundamentals
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July 6, 2022
Pandemic Forces Call for Innovative Approaches to Healthcare Workforce
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June 21, 2022
Practical Strategies to Manage Team Conflict in the Digital World
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June 2, 2022
A Recipe for Success: Three Key Ingredients to Advancing your Health IT Career
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May 25, 2022
Building IT Organizations- A CIOs Perspective
Building IT Organizations- A CIOs Perspective
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May 16, 2022
Blockchain and Healthcare: What is It, How Does It Impact Healthcare and How Can We Benefit from It?
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May 9, 2022
Applying Strategic Management to Your Career
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February 1, 2022
Successful Vendor Relationships with Healthcare Executives
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October 28, 2021
CPDHTS Candidate Handbook
Access the CPDHTS candidate handbook
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October 11, 2021
Tips for Networking in Healthcare: How to Grow Your Connections and Career
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September 22, 2021
The Role of the Chief Technology Officer and Cyber Architect On-Demand Webinar
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July 29, 2021
Professional Networking: Developing Your Pitch
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January 1, 2021
Navigating COVID-19 Crisis and Beyond in the Digital Era: Agile Healthcare Paradigm
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January 1, 2021
Future-proofing Your Career: Developing AI Skills for Healthcare Professionals
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January 1, 2021
The Importance of Effective Communication
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January 1, 2021
The Impact of AI on the Healthcare Workforce: Balancing Opportunities and Challenges
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January 1, 2021
Leveraging Generative AI Tools for Professional Development in Healthcare
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January 1, 2021
Exploring Cybersecurity Pathways
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November 16, 2020
Continuing Professional Development and Its Greater Rewards
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October 28, 2020
Creating a Winning Health IT Resume and Cover Letter
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September 3, 2020
Final CMS Interoperability Regulation: What You Need to Know
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September 3, 2020
Final ONC Interoperability Regulation: What You Need to Know
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August 22, 2020
The Role of a Data Architect Webinar
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July 15, 2020
The Role of a Data Analyst/Data Scientist Webinar
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June 1, 2020
The Role of a Consultant Webinar
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April 22, 2020
The Role of a Nurse Informaticist Webinar
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April 22, 2020
The Role of A Project Manager Webinar
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October 16, 2019
Health Information… There’s a Degree for That?!
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September 17, 2019
How to Stand Out During Your Health IT Job Search
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April 28, 2017
CPHIMS Learning Plan
Access the CPHIMS Learning Plan.
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April 28, 2017
CAHIMS Competency Gap Assessment
The CAHIMS Competency Gap Assessment will help you determine your readiness for the CAHIMS certification exam.
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April 28, 2017
CAHIMS Learning Plan
Access the CAHIMS Learning Plan.
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April 28, 2017
CPHIMS Competency Gap Assessment
The CPHIMS Competency Gap Assessment will help you determine your readiness for the CPHIMS certification exam. It can also help you identify personal strengths and areas for growth to support your professional development objectives and help you acquire or strengthen skills and competencies required for success as a 21st-century healthcare information technology leader.
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January 26, 2015
HIMSS Approved Providers of Education
View a HIMSS approved list of education providers for the process of maintaining or renewing your CAHIMS or CPHIMS certification.
