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National Health IT Week 2008
National Health IT Week 2008 is held the week of June 9-13, 2008, is the leading forum for developing common ground to advance adoption of health information technologies transforming health and care in the US. Organizations with diverse perspectives on health and care will gather in Washington, DC, to work together under one banner with the goal of improving healthcare efficiency, quality, cost-effectiveness and patient safety through health IT.
The HIMSS Summit is held in conjunction with National HIT Week. It is the premier Senior IT leadership program in North America…a unique platform for collaboration, education and dialogue. Join us June 9-10th. Click for more details.
Also, take the opportunity to meet members of Congress, learn the latest advocacy techniques, be the first to understand how federal policy decisions may affect your daily job, and mingle with key decision-makers at the Advocacy Awards Reception on Capitol Hill. Participate in the 7th Annual HIMSS Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. on June 11th. Click for more details.
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Get LinkedIn
The Society has created a HIMSS LinkedIn Group to further connect its members and beyond. LinkedIn is an online network of more than 20 million experienced professionals from around the world, representing 150 industries.
HIMSS members: we want to extend the invitation to join the HIMSS LinkedIn Group. Get LinkedIn with HIMSS!
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HIMSS Announces Organizational Affiliate Program Exclusively for Healthcare Providers
HIMSS’ Organizational Affiliate (OA) program goes beyond the individual and corporate categories of membership and focuses on technology, education, and networking for the entire organization—from senior management to entry-level staff.
The OA program is designed for all healthcare provider organizations, and provides the opportunity for healthcare organizations to reduce costs, increase employee education, and enhance networking opportunities—which translates to new possibilities regardless of the total number of employees or level of technology exposure.
Some of the benefits include:
• Unlimited memberships (IT staff, nurses, physicians, pharmacists, etc.)
• Complimentary full registrations to HIMSS events (Annual Conference, Summit, etc.)
• Custom EMR Adoption Model reports
• Exclusive access to HIMSS eLearning Academy
HIMSS’ eLearning Academy provides a stay at home value with comprehensive and topical educational programs and the flexibility to take courses that complement both your schedule and professional growth.
To become an Organizational Affiliate or for more information, email Phillip Shaffer or call 312-915-9275.
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The perfect fit for your work.
Job seekers and candidate seekers alike can find everything they need for their optimum work atmosphere at HIMSS JobMine® Log on today to discover the wealth of open positions for job seekers and available healthcare professionals for employers. Openings and resumes in HIT are updated regularly. There’s no better place to find exactly what you’re looking for: the ideal job or the perfect fit for your staff.
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Show your Spirit & Wear HIMSS Gear
HIMSS gear was launched at the 2007 Annual Conference & Exhibition. It is now available to all members. It is also an opportunity for you to purchase great logo gear. Items include: shirts, hats, visors, mugs, water bottles, and more! Plus, for every item purchased $1 will be donated to the HIMSS Foundation. Order your HIMSS Gear today!
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Renew Your HIMSS Membership Today!
Why Renew?
· Abundant networking opportunities in special HIMSS communities.
· A strong voice on Capital Hill.
· Outstanding educational opportunities.
· Access to the latest industry research.
· Tremendous discounts on valuable resources.
Here's an easy way to renew your HIMSS membership...click here!
If you have any questions or would prefer an electronic invoice be mailed to you please send your request to membership@himss.org or call (312)664-4467.
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Let the HIT Dashboard Do the Tracking for Interoperability Initiatives
Visit the HIMSS HIT dashboard at www.himss.org/statedashboard/ to access a comprehensive information tracking tool! The HIT Dashboard organizes information by project types or components to make it easier to find information by state on:
· Healthcare Information Technology (HIT) Initiatives by State
· HIMSS Chapters
· Davies Award of Excellence winners
· Agency for Health Research and Quality
· Bridges to Excellence
· Private Health Information Exchanges
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