A Physician’s Guide to HIMSS25: What You Need to Know

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A Physician’s Guide to HIMSS25: What You Need to Know

A Physician’s Guide to HIMSS25: What You Need to Know

As healthcare rapidly evolves, HIMSS25 offers physicians a focused opportunity to explore cutting-edge health IT innovations that directly impact patient care.

Here’s your strategic guide to maximizing the conference experience:

Must-Attend Sessions

Clinical Value Proposition

The conference delivers immediate practical value through hands-on demonstrations of emerging clinical decision support tools, opportunities to earn CME credits, and direct access to exhibitors offering solutions for common practice challenges.

Strategic Networking

Connect with peers facing similar challenges in dedicated spaces including:

Beyond Traditional Learning

The exhibition hall offers interactive experiences with new medical devices and software implementations, providing tangible insights into tools that can enhance practice efficiency and patient outcomes.


Registration Options

Choose from:

  • Conference Pass: Full access to all sessions
  • Executive Pass: Premium experience with exclusive networking
  • Single-Day Pass: Focused exploration of specific topics


Early registration ensures access to popular physician-focused sessions and preconference events
like the Physicians Executive Forum. Register by February 9 for the best price of the year!

 

HIMSS 2025: Healthcare’s Most Influential Voices Unite for Digital Transformation

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HIMSS 2025: Healthcare’s Most Influential Voices Unite for Digital Transformation

The HIMSS 2025 speaker and keynote lineup brings together healthcare’s most dynamic leaders, from frontline innovators to policy architects, offering unprecedented insights into healthcare’s future.

Advocacy and Expertise

Athlete and advocate Simone Biles headlines with a compelling fireside chat on resilience and wellness advocacy. Her powerful voice in mental health reform offers vital perspectives on integrating comprehensive wellness into healthcare systems.

Samsung Medical Center’s President, Dr. Seung-woo Park, and CMIO, Dr. Meong Hi Son will demonstrate innovations in robotics, showcasing how AI and automation are revolutionizing patient care. Former NSA Director General Paul Nakasone brings critical cybersecurity expertise at a time when protecting healthcare infrastructure has never been more crucial.

These keynotes will be expertly hosted by Isabelle Kumar, former news anchor and HIMSS25 host, igniting engaging and insightful discussions.

Featured Sessions

Health Commissioner Dr. Kaitlan Baston and CDC’s Director of the National Center for Injury Prevention Allison Arwady offer frontline perspectives on public health challenges and solutions. Their session will address urgent healthcare delivery and policy innovations. Seema Verma, Executive VP at Oracle Health & Life Sciences, will explore holistic opportunities to improve patient-centered care.

Edward Marx, CEO of Marx Advisory, will moderate a panel featuring Aric Sharp, CEO of Clover Health, will share insights on digital transformation and value-based care models. Also in the panel are Dr. Francesca Rinaldo, SCAN’s Clinical Innovation Officer, Heather Lavoie, CIO of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and Sakshika Dhingra, Humana’s Medicaid Strategy Director.

Tom Lawry, AI Transformation Advisor, will explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare delivery and access.

This unprecedented gathering of healthcare leaders arrives as the industry navigates complex challenges: integrating AI while maintaining human connection, ensuring cybersecurity while improving accessibility, and balancing innovation with equity. Each speaker brings unique insights into building resilient, patient-centered healthcare systems.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain powerful insights from healthcare titans as they share their vision for a transformed healthcare landscape. Their combined expertise will provide actionable strategies for healthcare’s most pressing challenges.

Register by February 9 to secure advance registration for these landmark sessions.

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The Future of Healthcare Is Now: HIMSS 2025 Sets the Stage for Digital Transformation

The Future of Healthcare Is Now: HIMSS 2025 Sets the Stage for Digital Transformation

by Lauren Whittington
Head of Marketing – Healthcare

As healthcare stands at the threshold of its most transformative era, the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition emerges as the catalyst for change this industry needs.

This March in Las Vegas, we’re not just hosting a conference – we’re creating the future of digital health through an unprecedented convergence of innovation, leadership, and practical implementation.

The power of this year’s program lies in its exceptional breadth and depth. We’ve secured athlete and advocate Simone Biles to keynote alongside cybersecurity experts and Samsung Medical Center’s leadership, representing our commitment to addressing healthcare’s full spectrum – from human resilience to technological advancement. This carefully curated speaker selection embodies our core belief: healthcare’s digital transformation succeeds when we unite human insight with technological innovation.

Our educational program, featuring over 600 sessions, represents the most comprehensive and advanced curriculum in HIMSS history. We’ve moved beyond theoretical discussions to focus on practical applications of AI, genuine advances in interoperability, and actionable approaches to health equity. Each session is designed to deliver concrete strategies that participants can implement in their organizations immediately.

The exhibition stands as a testament to healthcare’s innovative spirit, showcasing more than 1,000 solutions that are already transforming patient care. We’ve curated this space to highlight technologies that solve real challenges, from streamlining clinical workflows to enhancing patient outcomes. Every solution featured is selected for its potential to create immediate impact in healthcare settings.

This year’s specialty pavilions and preconference forums represent our most focused approach yet to innovation and implementation. By creating dedicated spaces for AI, cybersecurity, and patient engagement, we’re facilitating deep, meaningful exploration of healthcare’s most crucial challenges. These spaces have been designed as incubators for collaboration, where ideas become actionable solutions.

The introduction of our Emerge Innovation Experience demonstrates our commitment to pushing boundaries. This immersive journey through groundbreaking technologies and emerging solutions offers participants a tangible glimpse of healthcare’s future. Meanwhile, our Executive Summit provides senior leaders with an unprecedented opportunity to shape the industry’s trajectory alongside global thought leaders.

For healthcare professionals considering their participation, HIMSS25 offers an unparalleled return on investment. Beyond the continuing education credits and networking opportunities, we’re offering access to a carefully orchestrated ecosystem of innovation, learning, and collaboration. This is where partnerships are forged, strategies are refined, and healthcare’s future takes shape.

Attendees at the HIMSS Global Health Conference exploring a robotic technology exhibit at the AT&T Business booth.

Join Me at HIMSS 2025

As we approach March 2025, HIMSS 2025 stands ready to serve as the launchpad for healthcare’s next great leap forward. We’ve created an environment where every conversation, every demonstration, and every connection have the potential to spark transformation. The exhibit hall will buzz with the energy of possibility, as attendees discover solutions that can be implemented today while preparing for tomorrow’s challenges.

The value of HIMSS 2025 extends far beyond the four days in Las Vegas. We’ve designed every aspect of the conference to generate lasting impact, fostering connections and insights that will drive healthcare forward throughout the year. For those ready to create tomorrow’s health, HIMSS 2025 offers the perfect platform. Join us, March 3-6, and be part of the movement that’s redefining healthcare for the digital age.

Why wait? Secure your spot for the future – today!

We Need Doctors to Lean In and Lead In Health Tech

We Need Doctors to Lean In and Lead In Health Tech

by Amy Compton-Phillips, MD
Former HIMSS Board Member

Bill Gates once said, “People overestimate how much will change in one year, and underestimate how much will change in five.” 

We’re in the thick of that change today. Healthcare is navigating tumultuous times, and what we learn, what we invest in and how we incorporate what’s possible into practice now will lay the groundwork for the next generation of care delivery. 

As a physician, when important new science is published, I read the articles, discuss with colleagues how the findings fit into the rest of the clinical picture, and adapt practice consistent with new information. To stay current, I need access to knowledge about what works, trusted colleagues to talk through how breakthroughs could be implemented in the day-to-day work, and an understanding of the cost/benefit to patients and the practice. For new science, I read the New England Journal, JAMA, and an array of newsletters to make sense of the overwhelming volume of published literature.  But to stay on the cutting edge of rapidly changing healthcare technology, the pace of traditional peer reviewed journals needs a boost.  To learn what’s new in health tech, network with trusted colleagues making sense of how new tools would work in practice, and understand the business case behind them, I go to HIMSS. 

HIMSS attracts leading thinkers from healthcare, government, and technology companies from hyperscalers to entrepreneurs; seeing the latest and greatest breakthroughs on the showroom floor is eye opening into what’s possible.  Even before ChatGPT launched, at HIMSS it was clear that AI’s time has come.  The Physicians’ Executive Forum lets me network with clinicians from across the globe, seeing how they’re leading the clinical transformation of care delivery.  The keynote sessions fill my cup, restoring hope and resilience to carry me through the tough work we’re all doing right now.  And the main conference sessions are full of practical ideas from smart leaders to jumpstart the tech-enabled journey to optimize health and care.

We went into healthcare to help our patients live their best lives.  As digital front doors, consumer-focused care delivery, and AI-enabled tools come to life, physicians must be involved in these investments to make our care ever better. We cannot and should not outsource those decisions; the choices we make today on the pace and scope of technology used will make a huge difference in how we care for patients in the future.  

Amy Compton-Phillips, MD

Join Me at HIMSS 2025

In our practices, our organizations, and across the industry, we are laying the groundwork today to set up the next generation of healthcare. I hope you’ll join me at HIMSS 2025, and help ensure those of us who have devoted their lives to improving health outcomes will have knowledge, voice, and influence in shaping our future.

Value-Based Care Models: Payer Insights to Watch At HIMSS 2025

Value-Based Care Models: Payer Insights to Watch At HIMSS 2025

The healthcare industry’s shift toward value-based care (VBC) continues to gain momentum, with HIMSS25 showcasing transformative approaches that are reshaping payer-provider relationships. As healthcare costs continue to climb and patient outcomes demand improvement, the integration of technology and data analytics is proving crucial in making VBC models more effective and scalable.

The Potential of AI

Among the most compelling developments is the emergence of AI-driven risk stratification tools that enable more precise patient population management. These sophisticated algorithms analyze vast amounts of clinical and social determinants of health (SDOH) data to identify high-risk patients before they experience adverse events, allowing for more proactive care interventions and better resource allocation.

Payers are particularly interested in the new generation of interoperability solutions, which can be explored through pavilions at HIMSS25 such as the Interop+Smart Experience. These platforms facilitate seamless data exchange between payers and providers, addressing one of the most persistent challenges in VBC implementation: the ability to share actionable data in real-time. With enhanced interoperability, prior authorization processes are being streamlined, reducing administrative burden while improving care coordination.

Trends on the Rise

Another significant trend is the evolution of hybrid payment models that combine elements of fee-for-service with value-based components. These sophisticated arrangements use advanced analytics to establish fair benchmarks and adjust risk factors in real-time, making them more palatable to providers while maintaining the core principles of value-based care.

For policy makers, the focus is on scalability and standardization. Sessions at HIMSS 2025 will spotlight successful regional VBC initiatives that can be expanded nationally while maintaining their effectiveness. Particular attention is being paid to rural healthcare systems and underserved communities, where traditional VBC models have historically struggled to gain traction.

Provider engagement remains crucial, and new platforms are emerging to help healthcare organizations transition more smoothly to VBC models. These solutions offer detailed performance analytics, predictive modeling, and automated reporting capabilities that significantly reduce the administrative overhead traditionally associated with value-based programs.

The integration of patient engagement tools is also proving critical. Mobile applications and patient portals that facilitate better communication and care plan adherence are showing promising results in improving outcomes and reducing costs – key metrics for any successful VBC program.

 

Attendees exploring innovative solutions at the HIMSS25 First-Time Exhibitors Pavilion.

Value-Based Care Enablement

Looking ahead, the industry is moving toward more sophisticated risk-sharing arrangements that better align incentives across the healthcare ecosystem. These models incorporate social care networks and community health resources, recognizing that successful value-based care extends beyond traditional medical services.

For administrators and healthcare executives, the value of attending HIMSS 2025 is clear: the tools and technologies needed to make VBC successful at scale are maturing rapidly. The question is no longer whether to implement value-based care models, but how to do so most effectively.

As we look to 2025, the healthcare industry appears to be reaching a tipping point in VBC adoption. The convergence of advanced analytics, interoperability solutions, and refined payment models is creating an environment where value-based care can finally deliver on its promise of better outcomes at lower costs.

The success stories and innovations at HIMSS 2025 will demonstrate that while challenges remain, the path forward is becoming clearer. For payers, providers, and policy makers alike, the future of healthcare finance is increasingly value-based, data-driven, and patient-centered.

Healthcare Tech Investment Trends: What to Watch at HIMSS 2025

Healthcare Tech Investment Trends: What to Watch at HIMSS 2025

As healthcare leaders prepare to convene at HIMSS 2025, one of the most anticipated discussion topics is the evolving landscape of healthcare technology investments. The conference comes at a pivotal moment as the industry navigates post-pandemic digital transformation while facing economic pressures and emerging AI capabilities.

AI Integration Takes Center Stage

Artificial Intelligence investment discussions at HIMSS 2025 are expected to move beyond the hype to focus on practical implementation strategies.  Sessions such as “Reducing Clinician Burnout with AI-Driven Chatbot Integrated with EHR Systems” and “Optimizing Healthcare Documentation with AI: Transcription, Diarization and Sentiment Analysis” will inform the conversation around AI.

Digital Front Door Evolution

The digital front door concept continues to mature, with investors and healthcare organizations focusing on solutions that create seamless patient experiences. HIMSS 2025 presentations are anticipated to showcase how leading healthcare systems are integrating virtual care, patient engagement platforms, and automated communication tools into cohesive digital strategies. Special attention will be paid to solutions that bridge the digital divide and ensure accessibility for diverse patient populations.

Cybersecurity as a Strategic Priority

With healthcare organizations facing increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, cybersecurity investment is expected to be a major focus. Featured sessions and pavilions like the Cybersecurity Command Center will address real time concerns around patient data and new technologies.

Healthcare professionals exploring AI solutions at the HIMSS25 AI Pavilion.

Value-Based Care Enablement

As the industry continues its shift toward value-based care models, technology investments supporting this transition will be prominent at HIMSS 2025. Attendees can expect sessions around this topic such as “Accelerating Value-Based Care Transformation with an Enterprise Data Fabric” and “Unlocking Digital Transformation for Equity and Value-Based Care.”

Interoperability Solutions

With federal regulations driving increased data sharing, investment in interoperability solutions remains crucial. One opportunity to explore new innovations is through the reimagined Interop+Smart Experience Pavilion. The focus will be on solutions that can deliver both regulatory compliance and practical operational benefits.

Data Analytics and Predictive Models

Healthcare organizations are increasingly seeking sophisticated analytics capabilities to drive decision-making. Sessions such as “Fall Injury Risk Model: From AI to Clinical Interventions” address predictive models that lead to better preventative care.

Looking Ahead

As healthcare technology investment continues to evolve, HIMSS 2025 offers valuable insights into where the industry is heading. Organizations will be particularly interested in understanding how to balance innovation with fiscal responsibility in an uncertain economic environment. Sessions focusing on practical implementation strategies, clear ROI metrics, and real-world success stories will be especially valuable for attendees seeking where to invest in solutions. 

This year’s conference arrives at a crucial time as healthcare organizations seek to optimize their technology investments while preparing for future challenges. The insights shared at HIMSS 2025 will help shape investment strategies for years to come, making it an essential event for healthcare technology leaders and decision-makers.

Making the Business Case: Why Your Boss Should Send You to HIMSS 2025

Making the Business Case: Why Your Boss Should Send You to HIMSS 2025

The ROI of Attendance

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. While attending HIMSS 2025 might seem like a significant investment, the returns it offers are an invaluable opportunity for both individual professionals and their organizations. Here’s how to build a compelling case for your attendance:

Immediate Knowledge Transfer

Your attendance at HIMSS 2025 translates directly into actionable insights for your organization. With over 600 educational sessions, you’ll gain:

  • Strategic insights from industry leaders tackling similar challenges
  • Practical solutions to current operational pain points
  • Best practices that can be implemented immediately upon return

Cost-Effective Problem Solving

Consider this: resolving a single operational challenge through HIMSS 2025 insights could potentially save your organization more than the cost of attendance. You’ll have access to:

  • Direct conversations with vendors offering solutions to your specific challenges
  • Peer networking opportunities to learn how others solved similar problems
  • Expert consultations that would typically cost thousands in consulting fees

Competitive Advantage

In healthcare technology, being six months behind can mean being years behind in terms of capabilities. HIMSS 2025 offers:

  • Early insight into emerging trends
  • Direct access to innovative solutions before they become mainstream
  • Strategic partnership opportunities with leading exhibitors

Before the Conference

  1. Outline specific organizational challenges that HIMSS 2025 could help address
  2. Create a targeted agenda focusing on sessions and exhibitors aligned with your organization’s goals
  3. Identify key exhibitors you need to meet regarding current or planned projects

During the Conference

    1. Commit to daily briefings with your team about key learnings
    2. Schedule exhibitor meetings that could lead to immediate operational improvements
    3. Document best practices and innovative solutions for post-conference implementation

After the Conference

    1. Present a detailed report of actionable insights and recommendations
    2. Develop an implementation plan for at least three key learnings
    3. Share relevant materials with colleagues to multiply the conference’s value

The Bottom Line

HIMSS 2025 isn’t just another conference—it’s an investment in your organization’s future. The combination of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and access to cutting-edge solutions makes it an unparalleled opportunity to:

  • Find solutions to pressing challenges
  • Build valuable professional relationships
  • Bring back actionable insights for immediate implementation

When you consider the cost of falling behind in healthcare technology or missing crucial innovations that could improve patient care and operational efficiency, the value of HIMSS 2025 attendance becomes clear. It’s not just about professional development—it’s about bringing tangible value back to your organization.

Remember: In healthcare technology, standing still means falling behind. HIMSS 2025 ensures you’re moving forward. Use this Justification Letter Template to help bring you to HIMSS 2025!

Innovation and Integration: Highlights from the HIMSS Michigan Chapter 2024 Fall Conference

Innovation and Integration: Highlights from the HIMSS Michigan Chapter 2024 Fall Conference

by Lee Marana
HIMSS Health IT Content Director

The HIMSS Michigan Chapter hosted its annual 2024 Fall Conference at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan, which began with preconference events on October 7th along with some attendees golfing the magnificent top-rated Treetops’ courses

The educational events included the Michigan Health Interoperability Virtual Environment (MiHIVE) Education Consortium and insightful cybersecurity sessions featuring State of Michigan Chief Security Officer (CSO) Jaysen Cavendish. There were also sessions on protecting healthcare data in the GenAI era and discussions and solutions on how to build a resilient cyber organization and workforce. The day concluded with a welcome reception, dinner, and networking. Some health IT professionals wanted to keep the conversations going into the night, so they gathered around a campfire and were fortunate enough to have a clear evening, allowing them to enjoy the stunning Northern Lights.

The main conference started on Tuesday, October 8th with a keynote speech on the transformative potential of digital health in mental healthcare, followed by a relevant session on leveraging virtual reality (VR) to enhance therapeutic health outcomes. A panel discussion on AI followed, focusing on its vast opportunities in health data analytics, the risks of data exposure and bias, and responsible use.

The conference then featured a session on how drones are transforming the healthcare landscape and providing patients with access to resources. Updates were provided by the Michigan Health IT Commission and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) on their Health IT Roadmap, along with a panel discussing Community Information Exchange (CIE) and health equity initiatives. This aim is to ensure that all patients in all areas have access to the best possible care in the State. The next panel featured stakeholders in the Payer world, discussing the current pain points they face regarding data exchange and interoperability.

Discussions included the importance of seamless transitions from hospital to home and follow-up care, fragmented data sources and gaps with skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and leveraging community health workers (CHWs) with health information exchange longitudinal data. Updates were then presented from tribal health, Michigan Health Information Network Shared Services (MiHIN), MiHIVE, and the closing keynote focused on the patient experience in the age of AI.

Lee Marana holds a lollipop sign welcoming Lake Nona tour attendees
Lee Marana welcomes Lake Nona tour attendees at HIMSS24

Looking ahead to HIMSS 2025

The conference served as a preview and kickstart for HIMSS 2025’s Global Health Conference & Exhibition in Las Vegas from March 3-6, where there will be a significant focus on technological advances in healthcare (including VR and AI), cybersecurity, workforce and professional development, health information exchange and interoperability, social determinants of health (SDOH) and health equity, and insurance and payer sessions focusing on data and interoperability to lower risk and improve health outcomes.