September ushers in the start of Fall, with cooler temperatures and colorful foliage, officially beginning on the 22nd. It’s also the month we observe Labor Day, a time to celebrate hard work and enjoy a well-earned break. Additionally, we honor the anniversary of September 11th, remembering the lives lost and the bravery displayed on that day.
Embrace the crisp air and changing season as a reminder to prioritize your well-being. For those working in healthcare IT, it’s also a time to continue prioritizing the health of North Carolinians and communities beyond.
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 is open! Nearly all sessions will be presented by healthcare providers and leaders from several organizations including Advocate Health, Novant, ECU Health, Duke Health, UNC Health and Providence.
Prior Events
Regional Summer Networking Events Completed!
Networking events in the Mountain, Triad/Piedmont, Charlotte, Triangle, and Coastal areas drew both current and new members. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!
Workgroups
Cybersecurity (Mark Mormann)
Lead efforts to educate and guide the chapter in cybersecurity awareness and activities.
CVE-2024-38063 – RCE Vulnerability on Windows w/IPv6 Enabled
The workgroup strongly urges members, if they haven’t already, to prioritize patching all Windows systems with IPv6 enabled, addressing the critical zero-click TCP/IP remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability announced by Microsoft in August. Below are links to the CVE, HHS HC3, and FDA requirements for device manufacturers;
- CVE
- HHS Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3)
- US FDA 510k Clearances (or PMN) for Medical Device Manufacturers
- DirectTrust(R) Announces Launch of New Cybersecurity Workgroup
- Cybersecurity Performance Goals
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:
Current activities and topics:
- Presenting on Interoperability | Health Information Exchange (HIE) | Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) at the NCHIMSS Conference in October (includes presenters from NCDHHS, UNC, NC HealthConnex)
- SDOH key factors improved by the work between these organizations.
- How is HIE and Interoperability between these two organizations playing a factor?
Working with a Duke physician on LOINC standardization, shortcomings, how to improve, and digital topology of the future.
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.
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Sponsors and Sponsorship
Thank you to all of our current sponsors who support healthcare IT, healthcare delivery, and the health of everyone across North Carolina!
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 at McRay.Simmons@Zones.com.
