HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition

As the official hotel partner for HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition, we were honored to be part of this year's event at the Venetian Convention and Expo Center in Las Vegas. #HIMSS25 is the epicenter of healthcare innovation serving the global health community for more than 60 years! From the entire onPeak team, thank you for trusting us with your stay. We look forward to booking your stay for the 2026 conference in Las Vegas! #eventprofs #HotelAccommodations #alwaysonPeak #WeLoveOurClients

I’ve gotten used to letting technology take over many parts of my life. I can handle my banking without ever stepping foot in a branch. I do most of my shopping from my couch. And if a delivery service wants to drop off my order at 2 a.m.? I’ll be asleep, but hey, go for it. I’ve seen how technology can replace human interaction in so many areas, but I believe health care is different. It has a heart. It’s emotional, personal and complex in a way that a banking transaction just isn’t. And to truly deliver compassionate, whole-person care, it takes more than technology. It takes a human – someone with empathy, life experience and the ability to connect in a way that only a person can. The right technology doesn’t replace human care; it makes it better: - It gives clinicians more time and brain space for what really matters. Less paperwork, fewer admin tasks, more time to focus on patients. - It helps providers make better, faster decisions. Real-time data and insights that give the right information at the right time. - It makes health care easier and less frustrating for patients. Smoother scheduling, shorter wait times and more personalized care, without losing the human touch. I had a great time last week at HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition discussing how technology should serve, not replace, the patient-provider relationship. Always a pleasure sharing the stage with you, Mendel Erlenwein!

THE BUZZ PODCAST LAUNCH PARTY WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! While we dropped our first episodes in 2024, it was time to celebrate a meteoric rise in this industry. What a night to remember! The official launch party for THE BUZZ PODCAST at HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition 2025 in Las Vegas was an absolute sellout—and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of our sponsors: ?? Zivaro, a Trace3 Company ?? Neteera ?? Ellit Groups ?? WellStack ?? Ambience Healthcare Thank you for helping us bring THE BUZZ to life and for making this epic celebration possible! We had an unforgettable evening with our amazing healthcare providers, industry partners, and innovators—all coming together to celebrate the launch of a podcast that’s shaking up the conversation in healthcare IT, innovation, and emerging technology. Seeing so many friends, colleagues, and new connections networking, laughing, and celebrating was a testament to the power of community in this industry. This was just the beginning—THE BUZZ PODCAST is here to amplify the voices of changemakers, disruptors, and visionaries shaping the future of healthcare! Stay tuned for upcoming episodes, and if you missed the party, don’t worry—you can still catch THE BUZZ wherever you get your podcasts! If you were there, drop a comment and share your favorite moment from the night! Thank you to my Co-Host Maureen Nylin MSN, RN, CHCIO, PMP, CDH-L and our onsite assistance that made this happen. Sarah Corkern, and Brittany Royal-Killam, Sarah Sample-Reif, Rachel Weissberg Pamela Saechow, CHCIO, CDH-E, Matthew Asiaf, Jami Craig, MBA, FACHE, PMP, CPHIMS Ricky Fletcher #TheBuzzPodcast #HIMSS2025 #HealthcareInnovation #EmergingTech #PodcastLaunch #SoldOutEvent #TheFutureOfHealthcare

An aquanaut, a sports agent, a futurist & a human rights advisor walk into a… I mean onto a stage. Either way it was entertaining and I had a blast spending time in Vegas with some of my favorite humans talking about the work we’re all so passionate about. Thank you HIMSS for letting this bunch of boundary pushers keynote HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition. As Leigh Steinberg says, we got to see 35,000 “of our closest friends”. I think the future, particularly the future of neuroscience, AI, and global health is bright ????? Tom Lawry Leigh Steinberg Marc ó. Neurova Labs Health & Human Rights Strategies EnableHealth LLC

Bridging Healthcare Gaps with Digital Innovation Last week at HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition,?Dr.?Gina Itzikowitz, MD, AI Clinical Implementation at Audere, joined a panel discussion on?"How International Markets Are Tackling Digital Innovation and Global Health Challenges."?She shared insights on how digital health tools can expand access to care—especially in underserved communities—while emphasising the need for locally tailored adoption strategies. ??A few key takeaways: ?? AI is transforming healthcare access?– To ensure equity, AI models must be trained on diverse, locally sourced datasets to reduce bias and improve accuracy for specific populations. ?? Communication is critical?– Digital health solutions must account for local languages, slang, and cultural nuances to build trust and engagement. ?Public-private partnerships drive impact?– Collaboration between governments, startups, and healthcare providers is essential for sustainable progress. ???Scalability & sustainability matter?– Digital solutions should be designed for long-term success, not just short-term pilots. A great example of?scalable digital health innovation?is?Audere’s HealthPulse platform?- an AI-driven tool that: ?? Digitizes rapid diagnostic testing?for greater accuracy and accessibility. ?Uses?AI-powered image analysis?to enhance test interpretation. ?? Supports?real-time disease surveillance?to inform public health strategies. ?? Functions in?low-resource settings, making digital health more inclusive. As digital health continues to evolve, the key to success lies in?localisation, collaboration, and long-term impact????? Charles Aunger, Laura Macdonald, Bhanusich Chomanan

I went back to HIMSS after not having gone for several years. Here are a few observations : ? - The energy level at the event was pretty good/palpable. That could've been , in part, because the footprint was a bit smaller. Kind of like the bustling, crowded restaurant effect that makes it seem more appealing. ? - There were a lot of discussions about the economy, political changes, etc. This fed my addiction to all things economic/political. ? - There was surprisingly little marketing BS and booth messaging hyperbole. - The inevitable topic of AI was a bit more muted and substantive. Most of the conversations were about true use cases as opposed to hypotheticals. A very welcome change. ? - It was a bit like a family reunion. I couldn't walk 30 feet without running into someone I knew so I was perpetually late for all of my meetings. - A lot of people dislike Vegas but, sorry if this offends, it’s way better than Chicago. Easier to get into, easier to get around, better weather (of course), fewer brawls in the streets... ? So all-in-all, HIMSS is better than before. Kudos to the new leadership. ? The only negative was the wind. I should’ve flown. Instead I drove down from the Park City area to do some freeride mountain biking but the wind killed that idea. #healthcare #tradeshow #himss25 #healthcareit #ai #ehr #emr #cio #lasvegas HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition