HIMSS Senior Vice President and Head of Government Relations

Arlington, VA
Joined September 2008
You already shnow I'm supporting @DDawkins66 in the #WPMOYChallenge!
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Achieving a HIMSS certification demonstrates your commitment to advancing healthcare through innovation and leadership. Join us in celebrating our newest CPHIMS certificants from November! 🥳 Your accomplishments inspire the global health community—welcome to the network of professionals driving the future of digital health. 💙 Interested in transforming your career? Explore HIMSS certifications here: bit.ly/4g53ifI #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthcareLeadership #HealthITCareers
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Ok X/Twitter peeps, time to get @MarcusLeary9 some visibility for his work covering @VCU sports! He’s trying to get more traction on this platform for student-run communications and sports coverage!
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At HIMSS, we honor and celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native American and Indigenous communities. This month, we also reflect on how we can work together to address healthcare disparities and advance equity in health and technology. Join us in learning, sharing, and taking action to support Native American voices and health innovation. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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Featuring keynote speakers Sonia Kelly (Cleveland Clinic London), Robert Birkett (Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust), and Fay Stevenson (Barts Health NHS Trust), the HIMSS Digital Maturity Forum will gather healthcare leaders to discuss strategies, challenges, and successes in advancing digital transformation in the UK health system. Join us in London at the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children on 5 December to gain insights on leveraging digital maturity frameworks, make new connections, and get practical guidance for your work. More info here: bit.ly/3Ch3Hgo
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Debate over punishing staff who were victims of a cyber phish or smish or escalating their support and education is an interest discussion today.
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Seems like we need to treat a cyber weakness as a similar situation to a patient safety reporting event. Group knowledge and ‘safe reporting’ should override punishment.
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People don’t get into Healthcare to worry about cybersecurity… you need to craft your messaging to make sure the messages don’t alienate the staff, and causes them to NOT use technology, that might save a life… thoughts from the stage at @HIMSS #CybersecurityForum
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Finding the balance between being “the authority” and encouraging behavior change. Moving from ‘Dr. No’ and “Office of No Clicks” to a partner in patient safety and operational efficiency.
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Day 1 of #HIMSS24APAC was nonstop energy! 🎉 Enjoy swiping through our photo recap and tag yourself or a colleague if you see a familiar face! 📸
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Day 1 at #HIMSS24APAC was unforgettable! 🤩 From the Opening Ceremony to the AMAM24 launch, insightful sessions, and all the networking in between, the day was packed with meaningful moments. Check out today’s recap video and see if you can spot some familiar faces!
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Hot news from #HIMSS24APAC: AMAM just got some major enhancements. 😍 AMAM24 (Analytics Maturity Assessment Model) will help healthcare organizations measure and improve their use of analytics to enhance clinical, financial, and operational outcomes. 💪 This enhanced model emphasizes advanced data strategies, including AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics, guiding organizations toward better decision-making and patient care. 💙
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The morning keynote at #HIMSS24APAC just wrapped up, and we’re still soaking up all of the valuable insights! 💡 Here are a few standout quotes we couldn’t wait to share with you. 💙
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Pre-Conference Day at #HIMSS24APAC was buzzing with new connections and insights—tag yourself or a colleague if you spot anyone in this photo recap! 📸
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The powerful start of #HIMSS24APAC in Seoul underscores the powerful combination of tradition and innovation to accelerate Digital Health Transformation ⁦@HIMSS⁩
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The Supporting Patient Education and Knowledge (SPEAK) Act of 2024 has officially been passed by the House of Representatives, marking a significant step forward in making healthcare more accessible for millions of US residents. 🙌
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Calling all decision-makers, cybersecurity experts, and tech leaders! Join us at the Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum on Oct. 31-Nov. 1 in Washington, D.C. Learn from top experts through keynotes, panels, and interactive sessions on safeguarding health systems, workforce solutions, and cybersecurity innovations. Check out highlights here: bit.ly/3XnCwru
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🎉 Meet the 2025 Americas Board of Advisors! We’re thrilled to welcome our new board members, including Analía Baum, Theresa Cullen, Myra Davis, Nick Patel, and Donna Roach. Your expertise will be invaluable as we shape the future of health innovation together. 🙌
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#HIMSS24Europe was a milestone in digital health, gathering 2,500 healthcare leaders in Rome. Nurses were at the forefront, with key sessions emphasizing their crucial role in digital transformation. Highlights included Pam Cipriano advocating for more digital tools to empower nurses, and the inaugural Digital Nursing Summit addressing workforce challenges with cutting-edge tech. Couldn't join us in Rome? No worries! We've got the essential takeaways from the innovators who are leading the future of nursing available for you right here: bit.ly/3Z8aaUB
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