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What's New at HIMSS

Canada set to launch social networking community for physicians

Colorado telehealth network set to be largest in the U.S.

Iowa community hospitals join integrated rural health network

Wayport deal helps HealthSouth patients gain access to the Internet

ICD-10 deadline: 'unworkable' or 'at long last'?



Microsoft Health Users Group Tech Forum 2008

August 26-27, 2008
Microsoft Corporate Campus
Redmond, Washington
www.mshug.org

Your all-access pass takes you beyond the gates and into new ideas, new products and new solutions!Few people have the opportunity for a behind the scenes look at what’s new – and what’s next – at Microsoft. Tech Forum 2008 is your golden ticket to the experts, the technology… and the Microsoft Corporate Campus. No matter where you are along the healthcare IT continuum, you’ll find educational sessions, demonstrations of leading and future technology, and solutions you can use not just today, but in the years ahead.

Don’t miss it… register today!






HIMSS Virtual Conference & Expo
The HIMSS Virtual Conference & Expo is not a Web Seminar; it is a fully interactive event that incorporates online learning, live chat, active movement in and out of exhibit booths and sessions, vendor presentations, contests and more. Because the conference is 100 percent virtual, you can experience the expo from the comfort of your own desk. Save yourself the travel expenses and get right to the industry information and solutions you seek. Register today!






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.




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!







Show your Spirit & Wear HIMSS Gear
HIMSS Gear is 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!









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.




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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