Portland, Oregon (February 24) –The Oregon Chapter of Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) announced their quarterly Tech Talk topic for February will focus on Interoperability Across the Continuum of Care. The event will take place on Tuesday, February 24, 2015, 5:30-8:30 at the Hotel Monaco in Portland.
Interoperability is critical for ensuring that the patient moves through the continuum of care smoothly. This panel discussion will take a close look at the challenges that exist as data moves between our silo'd systems, as well as potential solutions. With perspectives shared by representatives from the state, a multi-state healthcare provider, a home health organization, and a software solution company, we expect a fruitful discussion.
Please bring your questions and join us for an informative and interactive evening with the panel. Beverages and appetizers will be provided.
Panelist will include:
* Sharon Wentz, RN, Business Development Coordinator CareAccord Program, Office of Health IT
* Marilee Benson, Vice President of Sales, Mirth
* Maryam Milani-Baladi, EIS Director of Application Services Lab & Rx, Providence Health & Service
* Linda Bifano, Community Based Care Systems Consultant, Bifano Consulting
Agenda:
5:30 - 6:00 Check-In & Networking 6:00 - 8:00 Introductions, Panel Discussion and Q&A 8:00 - 8:30 Conclusion & Networking
When: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 5:30pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Hotel Monaco located on 506 SW Washington Street, Portland
Registration and Costs: HiMSS Member $25, Non-Members $35 and Student Members with valid student ID $10. To register cut and paste this link into your browser http://tinyurl.com/ohfo43f
Sponsorship: If you are interested in sponsorship information for this event please contact Rex Eads at [email protected]
About HIMSS Oregon: The Oregon Chapter of the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society is a professional organization dedicated to the development of healthcare information technology professionals throughout Oregon and southwest Washington. Our mission is to bring healthcare professionals together with their clinical and business partners in educational settings to explore issues of common concern, network with peers, and grow professionally by sharing knowledge and experience and by learning about new tools, methods and technologies. For more information, visit: http://www.himss-oregon.org/
