Chief Healthcare Executive November 14, 2024
Ron Southwick

The organization is backing legislation to help underserved groups as part of its Global Health Equity Week. HIMSS is asking Washington to support telehealth, maternal health and data modernization.

HIMSS focuses on transforming healthcare through technology, but its mission is also about ensuring everyone gets better access to care.

This week, HIMSS has organized a host of events as part of Global Health Equity Week. HIMSS is also shining a spotlight on legislation and federal policies to support health equity.

Tom Leary, HIMSS senior vice president & head of government relations, said the organization views technology as an invaluable tool to help underserved communities get access to care.

“Health equity needs to continue to be our north star for why...

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