HIMSS, the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS), hosts their Global Health Conference & Exhibition annually. This year, the conference is located in Chicago, IL from April 17-21. As the world’s leading professional forum for healthcare information technology (IT), HIMSS23 offers attendees unique networking opportunities. Join leading health informatics professionals, vendors, instructors and students to discuss current issues impacting healthcare.
As always, networking and professional development are a focus at HIMSS23. There are a variety of networking opportunities available depending on your interests. Please note that some events require an additional fee or advanced registration! We recommend visiting event pages and viewing the full schedule prior to the conference so that you don’t miss out.
Meet USF Health at These Networking Events
1. Opening Reception
Time: Monday, April 17 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Skyline Ballroom W375
Fee: None | Event Page
The opening reception is your chance to meet and greet a variety of professionals before the main days of the conference. You’ll be able to connect while enjoying delicious local food in an upbeat atmosphere. Who might you meet?
2. Emerging Healthcare Leaders Reception
Time: Tuesday, April 18 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place | Prairie Room (Second Floor)
Fee: $55 | Event Page
Connect with emerging leaders and seasoned professionals in healthcare during a lively evening reception. Mingle over great food, drinks, and company!
3. Women in Health IT Networking Reception
Time: Wednesday, April 19 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Marriott Marquis Chicago | Level 4 | Grand Horizon Ballroom E
Fee: $55 | Event Page
Join the industry’s most impressive gathering of women leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs who are driving the transformation of today’s healthcare industry through technological advancements.
4. A Celebration of Black Excellence Reception
Time: Wednesday, April 19 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Marriott Marquis | Level 33
Fee: $25 | Event Page
Connect with and make new friends and colleagues at the Celebration of Black Excellence. The unique venue offers a beautiful 360-degree view of Chicago while you converse.
Additional Networking Opportunities to Consider
5. Chapter Events
Time: Varies
Location: Varies
Fee: May Vary | Events Page
Find your chapter meeting and join professionals from near your hometown.
6. Public Policy Networking Events
Time: Varies
Location: Varies
Fee: May Vary | Events Page
Hosted by the HIMSS Government Relations team, professionals and public policy makers from around the world come together for a variety of networking events.
7. Professional Certification Reception
Time: Wednesday, April 19 | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: South Building | Level 4 | S406/Vista Room Foyer
Fee: $35| Event Page
All CAHIMS, CPHIMS, and CPDHTS certificants and anyone interested in learning about these HIMSS certifications are welcome at this afternoon networking event. Join members of the HIMSS Professional Certification Board and HIMSS staff members for a coffee break and conversation.
Join USF Health at HIMSS23 in Chicago, IL from April 17-21. McCormick Place, Professional Development Campus, Kiosk 6000-21.
