During November, we are reminded to honor our veterans, expressing gratitude for their service and sacrifice. This month also brought Global Health Equity Week and soon Thanksgiving, a time to reflect on what we’re thankful for, including strides we’ve made in healthcare technology to improve patient health. As we gather with loved ones, let’s not forget the importance of health and the contributions of healthcare IT.
Thank you for your dedication to advancing healthcare IT and making a difference every day.
Upcoming Events
Winter Dinner – January 27, 2025
Coming up! Join us on January 27, 2025 for our annual Winter Dinner. This healthcare provider and MSSP practitioner panel will discuss zero-day vulnerability mitigation strategies. A “zero-day vulnerability” refers to a security flaw in software or hardware that is completely unknown to the vendor, meaning they have “zero days” to patch it, making it highly exploitable by attackers before any defenses can be put in place, leading to significant risks like data breaches, system disruption, and unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Mid-Atlantic HIMSS Chapters Networking Event at HIMSS25 – March 3, 2025
Join us on March 3 in Las Vegas at the Yard House! Network and socialize with other members of the NC, MD, SC, and VA chapters.
Organizational Affiliation Membership
Are you an NC HIMSS member via your Organizational Affiliate (OA) status?
Our OA members are able to invite all their employees to join NC HIMSS absolutely free! OA members also receive discounted registration rates at all our events. NC HIMSS is a great place for everyone—no matter if you are starting your career or a seasoned careerist.
Thank you to our OA members who make our chapter possible.
Workgroups
Cybersecurity (Mark Mormann)
Lead efforts to educate and guide the chapter in cybersecurity awareness and activities.
- Stay Ahead of Threats: Participate in initiatives to enhance cybersecurity awareness and safeguard our healthcare systems.
- Educational Outreach: Help organize events and resources to educate members on the latest cybersecurity trends and best practices.
Clinical Informatics (Malcolm Sanderson)
Guide chapter efforts to improve patient care and outcomes using information and technology.
- Clinical Informatics Education:Help organize events and resources to educate members on the latest solutions to improve patient outcomes and streamline clinical workflows.
- Innovative Solutions: Share innovative informatics solutions that are addressing current healthcare challenges.
DEI in Healthcare IT (Jennifer Jury)
Provide opportunities to help promote the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the healthcare technology professions.
Join this team and become part of knowledge sharing and learning!
- Promote Inclusion: Engage in activities that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion within the healthcare IT community.
- Support DEI Initiatives: Contribute to programs and discussions that highlight the importance of DEI in healthcare technology.
NCHIMSS Mentorship Program (Blake Jones)
Provide opportunities for dialogue, learning, and support for emerging leaders in healthcare information and technology.
- Empower Future Leaders: Join efforts to mentor and support emerging leaders in healthcare IT.
- Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate opportunities for learning and professional growth through mentorship.
If you’re interested in becoming a mentor, or you’re looking for one, learn more here and feel free to contact Blake Jones for more information.
Become a workgroup member today!
Joining a workgroup is a fantastic way to connect with peers and make a meaningful impact in healthcare and healthcare IT. For more information or to join a workgroup, contact Steffany Whiting.
News
- Aftermath of Helene making western NC survivors sick
- How the Nov. 5 election will shape health policy in the coming legislative session
- CarolinaEast Health System Implements New Electronic Health Record System
- ECU Health Chief Nursing Executive Trish Baise named one of CNOs to know by Becker’s
- North Carolina Receives National Award for Medicaid Expansion
- Why legal challenge to NC medical provider regulation matters
- Advocate Health Appoints New Chief Nursing Officer
- Novant Health closes UCI Medical Affiliates acquisition
- AdventHealth Celebrates One Month of Expanded Access to Care in Graham County
Sponsors and Sponsorship
Thank you again to our chapter sponsors who supported our annual conference!
Secure a sponsorship spot for NC HIMSS events for the 2024-2025 year! Click here to Become a Sponsor – North Carolina HIMSS (nchimss.org). For questions, please contact McRay Simmons.
