Interoperability and Putting the Patient at the Center of the Discussion
Our HIMSS Interoperability & HIE Committee member explains how in a patient-centered world, interoperability means patients should have access to their data and can share this data how they see fit.
Transparency in Healthcare Explained in 280 Characters or Less
We asked our members to answer the question: How can we achieve transparency in healthcare? Here's what they had to say—in 280 characters or less.
Informatics Nurses Forge Ahead in Changing World of Healthcare
In honor of Nurses Month, HIMSS members share how informatics nurses today are continuing the legacy of energy, vision and activism—especially in times of challenge—ignited by nursing icons like Florence Nightingale.
What is Nursing Informatics?
You asked, “What is nursing informatics?” And we answered. Explore the profession and how it is a driving force behind improved outcomes for patients and enhanced workflows for healthcare staff.
Humanity and the Benefits of Artificial Intelligence
Our guest writer shares two fundamental ways we can use patient care technology—and specifically the benefits of artificial intelligence as a tool—to return some humanity to healthcare.
Precision Medicine: The Promise and the Challenges
Precision medicine, shares our guest blogger, is seeking to make health maintenance, disease prevention, diagnoses and treatment solutions more precisely selectable for each individual.
Two Journeys to the Path of Nursing Informatics
Two nurse informaticists share the journeys that led them to their profession. One had a life-altering experience start her path, while the other’s happened organically; but both have a common thread: the power of education.
A Generalizable Approach to Becoming a “Top Performer” in Provider Satisfaction Presentation
This presentation discusses strategies that streamline processes to reduce drug utilization and cost of abuse, and highlight related work to improve population health outcomes.
Health Information… There’s a Degree for That?!
Our Approved Education Partner shares how an unexpected call helped raise awareness of the many health information degree programs available and the opportunities they offer for career development.
Incorporating Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health in Patient Care Presentation
Social and behavioral determinants of health have a significant impact on the overall health of a patient, knowing how to leverage this infomation is critical. This presentation addresses how nurse informaticists can optimize systems to collect and use this information.
Making the Most of the HIMSS Interoperability Initiatives Environmental Scan
Read this resource to learn more about how to leverage the HIMSS Interoperability Initiatives Environmental Scan and derive the most value for your organization’s needs.
Precision Medicine and Your Health Story
As precision medicine continues to advance and evolve, ensuring the data collection process provides an accurate representation of all races and nationalities will be key to creating insights that are actionable.