As August brings back-to-school excitement and the last of summer vacations, North Carolina has faced challenges with flooding across the state. Whether managing increased patient needs or supporting affected areas to provide uninterrupted care and support during these critical times, these events remind us of the importance of resilience in both healthcare IT and our communities. Stay prepared and stay engaged!
HIMSS Changemaker in Health Nominees
Congratulations to the 2025 HIMSS Changemaker in Health finalists. The voting platform is now open until September 16, 2024. Help us determine the Changemaker Award Recipients by casting your vote today!! You must be a HIMSS member to vote for your favorite changemaker. (Hint: Someone on the ballot looks a whole lot like our chapter past-president!)
Upcoming Events
October 10 – 11, 2024 NC HIMSS Fall Conference, Wrightsville Beach
Join us at the Hotel Lumina! This year’s theme is Building the Future of Healthcare Together and registration for the conference and hotel bookings are now open! Nearly all sessions will be presented by healthcare providers and leaders from several organizations including Advocate Health, Duke Health, ECU Health, MD Anderson, Novant, Providence, Shriners Hospitals and UNC Health.
Prior Events
Regional Networking Events
(Mountain, Triad/Piedmont, Charlotte, Triangle, Coastal)
A great time was had by all!
- The Charlotte region gathered at the Trolley Barn in Southend on Wednesday, July 31. With a nice turnout of a dozen, it was wonderful to see several newer members of the organization join in and take part in this fun networking event.
- Triangle/RTP – Wednesday August 7 at 5pm at Hoppy House
- Mountain – We met at the Sunset Cocktail Terrace bar at the Grove Park Inn on Friday, August 16 for an evening reception.
- Triad/Piedmont – We had a great turnout at Rooster’s Noble Grille on August 21. Met some new people and networked!
Workgroups
Cybersecurity (Mark Mormann)
Lead efforts to educate and guide the chapter in cybersecurity awareness and activities.
- Please consider joining and adding to the discussion.
Clinical Informatics (Malcolm Sanderson)
Guide chapter efforts to improve patient care and outcomes using information and technology.
Join this workgroup and participate in the dialogue! Some of the topics being tackled:
Interoperability | Health Information Exchange (HIE) | Social Determinants of Health (SDOH):
- We are working on a presentation with three presenters from Duke, NCDHHS, NC HealthConnex, UNC Health)
- What are the SDOH key factors that are improved by the work between these organizations.
- How is HIE and Interoperability between these two organizations playing a factor?
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!
Emerging Leaders (Blake Jones)
Provide opportunities for dialogue, learning, and support to emerging leaders in healthcare information and technology.
- If you’d like to join us, or learn more about our meeting rhythms or content, please feel free to reach out to Blake Jones for more information.
Become a workgroup member today! If you are interested in joining the planning committee for any of these Workgroups, please email Steffany Whiting.
News
- All 99 Eligible North Carolina Hospitals Join Medical Debt Relief Initiative
- Blue Cross NC behavioral health program expands to 100 North Carolina counties effective August 1
- COVID-19 cases slightly up, but new vaccine is on the way
- Governor Cooper Announces Japanese Healthcare Company to Build First North American Manufacturing Center in Pitt County
Sponsors and Sponsorship
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Thank you to all of our current sponsors who support healthcare IT, healthcare delivery, and the health of everyone across North Carolina!
Click here to Become a Sponsor – North Carolina HIMSS (nchimss.org). The new fiscal year begins July 1, 2024 . . . get in early to secure a sponsorship spot for NC HIMSS events! For questions, please contact McRay Simmons.
Regards from the NC HIMSS Board of Directors
