Welcome to the October edition of our newsletter, where we embrace the vibrant tapestry of autumn’s arrival, acknowledging Breast Cancer Awareness Month, reveling in the spirit of Halloween, and nurturing our emotional well-being during National Emotional Wellness Month. As the leaves change colors and the air grows crisper, this month invites us to reflect on the importance of resilience, self-care, and community support. Join us as we explore these themes, share insightful information, and celebrate the opportunities this October has to offer.
We’re thrilled to provide you with an exciting update on the recent conference. It was a resounding success with 213 registrants which created a vibrant atmosphere for networking and knowledge-sharing.
Among our attendees, we were proud to welcome representatives from 17 different organizations, including students, professors, and healthcare providers. This diverse mix of participants enriched the conference discussions and collaborations. Moreover, we are grateful for the generous support of our 24 sponsors who played a pivotal role in making this event possible.
A highlight of the conference was undoubtedly the insightful keynote presentations. We were honored to have Hal Wolf, president & CEO of HIMSS, and David Michael, medical director of ECU Health Lifestyle Medicine Clinic, as our keynote speakers. Our Oktoberfest-themed reception provided a fun and relaxed atmosphere for everyone to unwind and network. Thank you to all our participants, sponsors, and speakers for making this conference a memorable and enriching experience!
Special Message from our NC HIMSS President
As a chapter, a primary focus has been on continuous self-improvement. Part of this ongoing effort has involved a thorough review and update of our existing governance. The Board of Directors, with guidance from the HIMSS organization, has reviewed and revised the chapter bylaws. In the near future, you will receive an important email containing a copy of the revised bylaws, marked with changes for your review. It’s important to emphasize that these documents will serve as the governing framework for our chapter in the years ahead. An integral part of the process is a full membership vote. We need your input!
Be on the lookout for that very special email including more detailed information on the voting process.
Thank you.
Leslie W. Cothren
HIMSS North Carolina Chapter President
Upcoming Events
Healthcare Finance & Technology Symposium: December 6-7, 2023, Charlotte NC
Presented by NCHFMA, NCHIMSS, SCHFMA, SCHIMSS , GCHEG, and THEF.
Leaders across our state and in various disciplines (including finance, IT, operations, supply chain) discuss widespread issues and challenges facing our health systems and healthcare provides, along with potential solutions. Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Kyle Fredette for more information. Interested in attending? Register here.
Winter Dinner: Dates TBD: Stay tuned for more information and details
Workgroup Updates
NC HIMSS currently has four Workgroups: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Cybersecurity; Informatics; and Emerging Leaders. Watch for upcoming events in future newsletters. If you are interested in joining the planning committee for any of these Workgroups, please email Steffany Whiting.
DEI in Healthcare IT
Planning is underway for winter and spring events!
Informatics (Malcolm Sanderson)
The next meeting will be October 30. If you’d like more information, please email Malcolm.
Emerging Leaders (Blake Jones)
It was announced at the NCHIMSS Fall Conference that Blake Jones, content marketing manager at iMethods, will serve as the lead for the chapter’s Emerging Leaders Workgroup. As with the other NCHIMSS workgroups, Blake will work with his team to identify opportunities to share educational content and insights about working with the younger members of the HIT community. Blake has been with iMethods since 2021 and is a proud graduate of Appalachian State University in Boone. The group is excited to have their first meeting at some point during this quarter!
Healthcare News Highlights
- State Takes Action to Start Medicaid Expansion Oct. 1; Launch depends on General Assembly acting by Sept. 1
- State officials tout ‘once in a lifetime’ investment in North Carolina’s mental health services
- Atrium Health: AI Solution Improved Documentation Experience for Almost 85% of Physicians
- Advocate Health Selects New Chief Marketing, Communications and Consumer Experience Officer
- What to expect from the Coronavirus this fall?
- Duke Health, Wake Med, and Lifepoint Health Break Ground on New Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility
- ECU Health announces two hospital president appointments
- Novant Health names Sanjay Gupta executive vice president, chief transformation officer
- Courage Comes in All Sizes
Sponsors and Sponsorship
This month we highlight and thank two NC HIMSS sponsors: ServiceNow and IMO.
ServiceNow uses innovative technology to help avoid engagement silos, outsmart outages, and mitigate risks. ServiceNow helps you serve your patient community better by connecting clinical and operational teams, streamlining key workflows, and integrating critical systems on a single, secure platform with The Now Platform for healthcare from ServiceNow.
Learn More.
IMO-Intelligent Medical Objects is a healthcare data enablement company. From clinical documentation at the point of care to complex approaches to population health management, IMO ensures clinical data integrity and quality, making patient information fit-for-purpose across the healthcare ecosystem. For almost three decades, IMO’s footprint in EHRs, across more than 4,500 US hospitals, powers their expert ability to capture and preserve clinical intent wherever and however data is used. IMO understands how data must be transformed to efficiently extract the greatest value. In short, IMO is a catalyst to enable accurate documentation, precise population cohorting, optimized reimbursements, robust analytics, and better care decisions to optimize patient outcomes.
Learn More.
Become an NC HIMSS Sponsor
Thank you to all of our sponsors for supporting healthcare IT, healthcare delivery, and the health of all of us across North Carolina! Click here to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Regards from the NC HIMSS Board of Directors