January Newsletter 
President's Report
As we begin 2025, I'm energized by the incredible opportunities ahead for our chapter and the broader healthcare technology community in Utah. We're kicking off the year with an extraordinary event that exemplifies our commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare IT.
On January 27th, I invite you to join us for an exclusive event at Intermountain Medical Center's Doty Education Center. Dr. Rami Shorti, leading Intermountain Health's Advanced Visualization Engineering Center, will showcase how cutting-edge technologies like 3D visualization, immersive simulations, and 3D-printed surgical models are revolutionizing patient care. This event offers a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how entrepreneurial spirit within healthcare systems can drive technological innovation and improve patient outcomes.
Thanks to our sponsor Health Systems Informatics (HSI), lunch will be provided during this engaging session. The event runs from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, offering you a perfect opportunity to network with fellow healthcare technology professionals while experiencing the future of healthcare delivery.
I'm also thrilled to announce our upcoming annual Utah HIMSS Conference, scheduled for April 25th in Park City. This year's conference will focus on critical themes facing our industry: addressing burnout among healthcare IT professionals, building resilience, and harnessing the power of generative AI. We'll explore how technology can be a solution rather than a burden, advancing patient-centric care while supporting the well-being of our healthcare workforce. The conference will feature special recognition of Health IT heroes and showcase exciting Bench-to-Bedside innovations that are transforming healthcare delivery in Utah.
Are you a healthcare IT leader with insights to share? We're currently accepting speaker proposals for the conference. Whether you're leading innovative projects, implementing AI solutions, or developing strategies to combat burnout, we want to hear from you. Share your expertise and help shape the future of healthcare IT in Utah. Submit your speaker proposal here by February 15th.
Your active participation and engagement make our chapter vibrant and impactful. I encourage you to register for the January 27th event today and mark your calendars for our April conference in Park City. Together, we'll continue to advance healthcare through technology and innovation while building a more resilient and collaborative healthcare community in Utah.
Tarah Neujahr Bryan,
Utah HIMSS President
Calendar of Events
New Year: New Dimension in Care - Don't Miss Event on January 27
Don't miss your last chance to register for our exclusive event on January 27 at Intermountain Medical Center’s Doty Education Center. As part of Utah Tech Week, Dr. Rami Shorti from Intermountain Health’s Advanced Visualization Engineering Center will demonstrate cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing patient care. Lunch is provided by our sponsor, Health Systems Informatics (HSI), from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Secure your spot today!
Tech and Tonics: Utah HIMSS Happy Hour
Join us for drinks (both alcoholic and not) at Tech and Tonics, Utah HIMSS's signature happy hour event where healthcare IT professionals come together in a relaxed atmosphere. Despite Utah's reputation as the "driest state," we're serving up plenty of networking opportunities and knowledge-sharing amongst peers. Connect with fellow healthcare technology innovators, share insights, and build valuable relationships while enjoying refreshments. Whether you're a seasoned health IT veteran or new to the field, come raise a glass to the future of healthcare technology in Utah!
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Registration Now Open for the Utah HIMSS Spring Conference 2025
Join us this April as we rise above the fault lines to shape the future of healthcare IT in Utah. This year’s conference will uncover strategies to overcome burnout, foster resilience, and leverage emerging technologies like generative AI. We’ll delve into innovative approaches for addressing technology fatigue, championing patient-centered care, and strengthening leadership, mentorship, and government-led innovation.
Celebrate Health IT heroes, discover Bench-to-Bedside breakthroughs, and help forge a more collaborative, resilient healthcare landscape for the Mountain West.
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Announcements
Call for Speakers!
Are you a subject matter expert interested in presenting at Utah HIMSS Spring Conference, April 25th in Park City? The Call for Speakers is a yearly request to receive proposals to speak at conference events. We’d love to hear your ideas and explore a session that fits. Speaking submissions are due by January 31, 2025.
Please fill out this form with information about your session topic.
News
Utah HIMSS 2025 Scholarship Partner
Utah HIMSS welcomes iMethods as a partner for our annual student scholarship. iMethods is an integrity-driven, people-centric Healthcare IT solutions provider. Their support makes our annual student scholarships possible.
In partnership with iMethods, the Utah Health Information & Management Systems Society is offering two $1,000 scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year to undergraduate or graduate students in healthcare information or management systems—awarded based on academic excellence, service, leadership, technical skills, career goals, and HIMSS involvement— the deadline to apply is February 28!
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