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HIMAA Calendar of Events is an easily accessible guide to What's On for health information management professionals. 

Covering more than just events and seminars within HIMAA, here you will find details for relevant conferences and events from a range of health information and IT events globally.
These pages are regularly updated with current and future events related to Health Information Management, along with the necessary links to more information.

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2009

 
January 2009
 
February 2009

3 - 5 February
Delivering ICT Capabilities within Healthcare Services.
Rudges World Square, Sydney.
Email: aga@arkgroupasia.com  
Web: http://www.arkgroupaustralia.com.au/events-c054%20ICT%20Health.htm 
SPECIAL OFFER Register before 9 January and save 10% with our early bird discount.


11- 12 February
Connecting Healthcare Summit 2009.
Harbours Edge Conference Centre, Sydney.
Web: http://www.iqpc.com/au/connectinghealthcare Email: registration@iqpc.com.au 

24 February 
IHE Connectathon Conference Driving Change through Health Information Exchange.
CT Hyatt Regency - Chicago 151 East Wacker Drive

Members of the healthcare community are invited to attend the third annual Connectathon Conference, a one-day event including a luncheon and tour of the IHE Connectathon. The day will include presentations by leaders in driving the adoption of electronic health records, personal health record systems and national health information networks. Attendees will also learn about IHE's support for these critical improvements in healthcare and receive an introduction to the IHE interoperability testing process.

The IHE Connectathon is the healthcare IT industry's only large-scale interoperability testing event. More than seventy healthcare IT organizations, have registered to test over 130 systems at this year's event. Attendees will have the opportunity to observe the Connectathon as it takes place and learn about its significance in enabling the connected health system.

Registration is limited. There is a fee of US$150 each for conference attendees.

Click here for online conference registration. 
Click here for information on hotel reservations at the Hyatt Regency - Chicago.



26 - 27 February
2nd Annual Hospital Bed Management Conference.
Sydney Harbour Mariott, Circular Quay. Web: http://www.iir.com.au/bedmanagement Email: info@iir.com.au Tel: (02) 9080 4090 
Fax: (02) 9299 3109

 

 

Dear Industry Professional,

Asia's Most Comprehensive Healthcare IT Conference and Exhibition Offers You the Opportunity to Connect with Over 1,500 Attendees

HIMSS AsiaPac08 brought the power of healthcare IT innovation to the region, with a record 1,500 attendees from 28 countries attending more than 50 educational sessions, and visiting more than 50 exhibitors on the exhibit floor.

HIMSS AsiaPac09 is poised to be even more powerful for the following reasons:

1.       The Upward Trend: The upward trend of this event shows a substantial increase year-to-year of attracting the key decision makers and influencers.

2.       Location...Location...Location: Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia , is a gateway for healthcare organisations and is easily accessible from many major cities in the Asia Pacific region by road, rail and air. The city's huge selection of hotels, great shopping and even better food, makes it the perfect location to host HIMSS AsiaPac09.

3.       The Timing is Right: The Malaysian Government considers the country's healthcare industry one of its top priorities, and many programmes are in place to help boost the country's medical sector. The Government intends to improve existing hospitals, upgrade equipment and improve training for its healthcare professionals. These efforts put Malaysia well on its way to reaching its "Vision 2020" goal.

4.       Aggressive Marketing and PR Strategies: This event will be aggressively marketed through a strategic marketing and PR campaign which will include direct mail, print/online advertising, telemarketing, channel marketing, powerful media relations, and more.

5.       Leading Educational Programme: This event will feature the most recognised and respected thought leaders of the industry and will cover critical healthcare IT content areas.

 

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HIMSS AsiaPac08's track record speaks for itself:

  • A total of 1479 attendees, a 29% increase in attendance from 2007 to 2008
  • More than half of attendees are the decision makers or key influencers
  • In 2008, close to 50% of the attendees were from a hospital worksite; compared to 27% in 2007.

Click here to view audience demographics.


Join Today As An Exhibitor

HIMSS AsiaPac09 is set to reach another peak, bringing together industry leaders, introducing new technologies, innovations and trends, generating new business and connecting new business partners.  

Book Early To Secure Preferred Booth Locations!


Strengthen Your Brand and Your Lead Generation Efforts Today – Become a Sponsor!

A number of sponsorship opportunities are available to take your company's presence beyond the exhibition floor. Contact us today to find out more!

Don't Miss Out On Our Early Bird rates

Valid until 24 Sept 2009!

For Reservations and Inquiries Please Contact

Steven Yeo, Vice President & Executive Director HIMSS Asia Pacific
Email: syeo@himss.org
Tel: +65 98485259
www.himssasiapac.org  

 

 

March 2009

3 - 4  March
Human Factors in Healthcare Symposium, Crowne Plaza, Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Leaders in health care management and education debate the relationship between human factors and healthcare delivery with a view to enhancing clinical processes, improving the quality and safety of care, and increasing the satisfaction of patients and clinicians.
Web:
www.informa.com.au/healthhumanfactors 

11 - 13 March
Coding Rules - National Centre for Classification in Health Conference 2009
Sydney, Dockside, Cocklebay (Darling Harbour). The principal conference for health classification systems, theory and practice in the Asia Pacific region. Email: ncchadmin@usyd.edu.au 
Web: www.fhs.usyd.edu.au/ncch 

The Early Bird registration ends Friday 30 January (extended from 10 December). 
We invite you to register either online or by means of the registration form included in attached conference brochure.

The NCCH conference will present some notable speakers including:

  • Gavin Andrews 
  • Kent Spackman 
  • Olafr Steinum 
  • Gunnar Henriksson 
  • Ulrich Vogel 
  • Rosemary Roberts 

Topics will include:

  • Status of development of ICD-11 including: 
    • a keynote presentation on the mental health aspects of ICD-11 
    • developments in the injury and external cause chapters of ICD-11 
  • SNOMED CT - more about it and its use in a hospital intensive care unit research project Developments in traditional medicine classification 
  • How the German modification of ICD was developed Singapore developments in classification and casemix 
  • Insight into the use of ICD and ACHI coded data in patient safety, child abuse research and injury prevention 
  • Clinical updates on infectious diseases and cardiovascular procedures 
  • Practical applications of coding audit mechanisms and PICQ

Download the registration brochure (PDF) here


16 - 17  March
National Telemedicine Summit, Sydney Harbour Marriott.
With over 30 per cent of the population living in remote or regional areas, providing access to healthcare is a major challenge for the nation. Web: www.iir.com.au/telemedicine 

19 - 20  March
5TH Annual Public Private Partnerships in Health Summit, Brisbane Marriott Hotel, Queensland.
A review of PPPs’ increasingly important role in providing healthcare infrastructure and services, and what will be the likely impact of the current economic and financial crisis. 
Web: www.iir.com.au/ppphealth 

23 - 25  March
11th Annual Health Congress, Sydney Harbour Marriott, Circular Quay.
Government representatives and industry leaders discuss federal and state agendas for healthcare reform at a time of rising healthcare costs, an ageing population and a deteriorating economy. Web: www.informa.com.au/healthcongress 

April 2009
1 -3 April
Med-e-Tel 2009 Registration Opens - Luxembourg, EU.

Register now to benefit from the early bird fees which give you up to 25% discount on the regular registration fees. Registration will give you access to all conference sessions and workshops, expo area, receptions and unprecedented networking and learning opportunities.

The Med-e-Tel conference program will feature an exciting opening session with contributions from the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth, European Health Telematics Association, Russian Telemedicine Association, European Commission, International Telecommunication Union and others who will provide insights into current initiatives and future directions in telemedicine and ehealth.  
For further information and registration, please visit: http://www.medetel.eu 


1 -3 April
3rd International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare 2009, City University of London, UK.

The Pervasive Healthcare conference aims to gather together technology experts, practitioners, industry and national authorities contributing towards the development and application of human-centered pervasive and ubiquitous computing technology for healthcare and wellness.

Pervasive healthcare is an emerging research discipline, focusing on the development and application of pervasive and ubiquitous computing technology for healthcare and wellness. Pervasive healthcare seeks to respond to a variety of pressures on healthcare systems, including the increased incidence of life-style related and chronic diseases, emerging consumerism in healthcare, need for empowering patients and relatives for self-care and management of their health, and need to provide seamless access for health care services, independent of time and place.

For further information and registration, please visit: http://www.pervasivehealth.org 


May 2009

7 May 2009
Healthbeyond: how technology can be used to improve the health and wellbeing of consumers

Healthbeyond is a one day event focusing on how technology can be used to improve the health and wellbeing of consumers. It is going to be a fast paced and engaging series of lectures and demonstrations looking at new areas such as games and online communities, as well more traditional areas such as home monitoring and personal health records. Healthbeyond has an outstanding line up of speakers contributing to a very strong program, more details are available on the Healthbeyond website at www.healthbeyond.org.au

The day has been developed for healthcare professionals and we expect a wide coverage of delegates across, physicians, nurses, allied health professionals and carers. Our hope is to provide healthcare providers with the information they need to better guide their patients in the use of these new technologies.

With the significant support of the National EHealth Transition Authority (NEHTA) we have been able to make the day extremely low cost, with full day attendance being set at $25 and the availability of a two for one offer for CeH member organisations.

Visit http://www.healthbeyond.org.au/program to view Healthbeyond program or http://www.healthbeyond.org.au/register to register. Alternatively visit the Healthbeyond web site at http://www.healthbeyond.org.au for further information.

We look forward to seeing you at Healthbeyond.

 


4 - 6 May 
Communicable Disease Control Conference 2009.
New Century, old Diseases: marrying science with public health - locally, regionally and globally. Hotel Realm, Barton, Canberra, ACT. 
Web: www.diseases.consec.com.au  Email: diseases09@consec.com.au 
Tel: +61 2 6251 0675  Fax: +61 2 6251 0672 


CALL FOR PAPERS IS NOW OPEN!

You are invited to share your expertise at HIMSS MiddleEast09

The Gulf Region’s Foremost Event for Advancing Healthcare through IT and Management Systems

5-7 May 2009 - Manama , Bahrain

 

Looking for Top Industry Leaders to Present

HIMSS, in collaboration with an International Planning Committee is proud to break new ground for an annual HIT conference in the Gulf Region - HIMSS MiddleEast09 Healthcare IT & Management Excellence, 5-7 May in Manama , Bahrain .

We are currently seeking speaker proposals Call for Papers” on advancing healthcare through IT and management systems in the Gulf Region.

Join healthcare and IT professionals from the Middle East, Europe, Asia and North America to explore the optimal use of IT and management systems to advance healthcare in the Gulf Region.

Event highlights will include:

Day 1 HIT Business Practices in the Middle East

  • Overview of regional healthcare business trends
  • Government procurement
  • Legal issues
  • Conducting business in the Gulf Region
  • Working with healthcare organizations (CEO and CIO perspectives)

Days 2-3Healthcare IT and Management Excellence

  • A dynamic education program with more than 31 sessions
  • Top thought leaders as keynote and featured speakers
  • Networking and professional development

 
If you are considered a top thought leader in the industry, we want to hear from you. Your proposal/topic should:

  • Stimulate discussion and collaborative exchanges
  • Include practical information and solutions from clinical settings on IT implementation
  • Use a ‘case study’ from a clinician’s perspective if a business issue is highlighted

 

As a speaker at this inaugural industry event, you'll receive the following benefits:

  • Complimentary conference registration….and more!
  • High visibility and networking opportunities with key stakeholders from government, education and healthcare
  • Exposure on marketing materials related to the education sessions of this event
  • Some travel reimbursement assistance

HIMSS is accepting proposals through 3, October 2008, 1700 Arabia Standard Time (AST). Please visit the HIMSS MiddleEast09 Call for Papers web site for more information.

For questions, e-mail Joanne Bartley, Manager, Global Education, or call (+1) 312-915-9251.

 

Partner and Advocate Sponsors

British TelecomLawsonSiemens

© 2008 HIMSS Middle East

 


Registration is Now Open

HIMSS MiddleEast09 Healthcare IT & Management Excellence

The Gulf Region's Foremost Event for Advancing Healthcare through IT and Management Systems

Read the full conference brochure and explore all of the top speakers, product innovations, educational and networking opportunities.

HIMSS MiddleEast09 was developed in response to the region's demonstrated commitment for achieving world-class healthcare and health information IT status.

Update! New keynote presentations
just added.

Wednesday, 6 May

Opening Keynote Address

His Excellency
Dr Faisal Al Hamar

Minister of Health
Kingdom of  Bahrain

   

Keynote

Dr Tawfik A M Khoja
MBBS, DPHC, FRCGP, FFPH, FRCP (UK)
Director General, Executive Board
Health Ministers' Council for Cooperation Council States

   

Keynote

Dr Yasir Khan
Clinical Advisor
National Programme for
e-Health
Qatar

 

Thursday, 7 May

Dr. Saadi Taher
Executive Director
Consultant Nephrologist
Medical Services – Central Region
National Guard Health Affairs,
King Abdulaziz Medical City – Riyadh
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

   

Closing Keynote

Ms Jay Srini
Vice President
Emerging Technologies
University of Pittsburgh
Medical Center (UPMC) Health
Plan
United States

   

Closing Keynote

Mr. Doug D Cusick
EMEA HCLS Industry
Executive – Global Healthcare
BD Leader
IBM (member of COCIR)
United States

   

Register today! Attendance is limited, early registration is advised.


Ministry of Health
Under the Patronage of His Excellency
Dr. Faisal Al Hamar, Minister of Health,
Kingdom of Bahrain


Economic Development Board


Health Ministers' Council for the Gulf Cooperation Council States

WHO WILL ATTEND...

  • IT leadership, systems and service professionals
  • Clinicians and physicians
  • CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, healthcare administrators, directors and managers
  • Ministry officials of national governments
  • Health authority representatives and policy makers
  • Academicians and students
  • Consultants, vendors and professional service firms

NETWORKING

Network with colleagues and top leaders at the Conference Reception. All registered attendees are welcome to attend.

Conference Reception
Wednesday, 7 May
16:30–18:00
Gulf Hotel Bahrain, Awal Ballroom

For more information visit HIMSS MiddleEast09.

For questions, e-mail customerservice@himssME.org or call (+1) 32 2 793 7637

© 2009 HIMSS Middle East

 


13 - 14 May 
The 5th Annual World Health Care Congress Europe, Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre, Brusels, Belgium. 


Acknowledged as the leading European forum on health care innovation, The 5th Annual World Health Care Congress Europe presents business cases, best practices and strategies for addressing the pressure and current challenges facing European health care - efficiency, economic stability, access to care, quality care, patient safety, and patient mobility within and across borders. For further information and registration, please visit: http://www.worldcongress.com/europe 


26  May
CALL FOR PAPERS
 
Understanding Mortality Data: Reaping the rewards 2009 Theme: "External Causes of Mortality"
The Australasian Mortality Data Interest Group (AMDIG) is seeking your abstract for presentation at the 6th Understanding Mortality Data Workshop, Wellington New Zealand, Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 December 2009.

The workshop will be conducted in conjunction with Statistics New Zealand's forum on The Injury Information Program Friday 4 December 2009.

The Australasian Mortality Data Interest Group (AMDIG) invites submissions for oral presentation at this popular workshop.

The theme for this year's workshop is "External Causes of Mortality".

Paper selection will be based on innovation and relevance from national, international and regional perspectives.

Authors from countries working toward or with an interest in developing mortality data systems are encouraged to submit abstracts.

Information about AMDIG can be located at: http://nis-web.fhs.usyd.edu.au/ncch_new/AMDIG.aspx 


27  May 
The eHealth Technologies and eHealth Community: Are they ready for prime time? By Prof Stephen Chu.
1 - 2 pm  Wednesday.  La Trobe University, Waterdale Road, Bundoora, Room HS1-206/207. 

Click HERE to download further information (Flyer in PDF) 

 

June 2009
21 - 23 June
IADIS International Conference e-Health 2009. 
The use of ICTs (Information and Communication Technologies) in Healthcare Services is the main mechanism to improve efficiency and effectiveness. This conference aims to draw together information systems, practitioners and management experts from all quadrants involved in developing computer technology to improve healthcare quality.

Format of the Conference The conference will comprise of invited talks and oral presentations. The proceedings of the conference will be published in the form of a book and CD-ROM with ISBN, and will be available also in the IADIS Digital Library (accessible on-line).

For further information, please visit: http://www.ehealth-conf.org/ 

 

July 2009
10 July
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
6th Health Services & Policy Research Conference 
Brisbane,  Australia.  Email: conference@conlog.com.au Web: www.healthservicesconference.com.au 

Click HERE to download the Program and Registration forms in PDF

 
August  2009
26 & 27 August
Inaugural GP Super Clinics Conference.
Creating a comprehensive primary healthcare system. Sydney Harbour Marriott, Sydney. Email: registration@informa.com.au Web: www.informa.com.au/gpsuperclinics  

 
September 2009
10 & 11 September 
Operating Theatre Management Conference.
Citigate Central Hotel, Sydney.
Email: info@iir.com.au  Web: www.iir.com.au/optheatre 

20 - 23 September 
26th International Records Management Association of Australasia (RMAA)Convention Adelaide, South Australia.

The theme "Striving 4 Balance" will address and discuss the challenges and issues in meeting the balance between individuals, business and government needs in relation to records, information and data management and related business requirements.

We have planned a dynamic and exciting program which includes presentations in two streams "New Thinking" and "Harnessing Technology" as well as vendor case studies, panel and round table discussions, workshops, site visits, special interest group meetings, a large trade exhibition and as always, many great opportunities for networking, including a fantastic social program.

Please see the Convention site: www.rmaa.com.au/natcon2009/ for more information about the event and to download the Registration Program.

 


22 - 23 September 
"Hospital Management & Information Innovation 2009" Jiangsu Conference Center (Zhongshan Hotel) | Nanjing, China | Web: http://www.hmii2009.com 
 
October 2009
 

31 October
The University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences 30th Anniversary Open Day.
10am to 5pm at The University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences, Cumberland Campus,
75 East Street, Lidcombe, NSW.

November 2009
 
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