HIMSS 2021 Conference Overview
Conference Dates
8/9/2020 – 8/12/2020
Sunday: Registration / CIO Forum
Monday: Pre-Conference Events
Tuesday – Thursday: Main Conference
Friday: Closing Keynote
HIMSS 2021 Location
Las Vegas | Venetian-Sands Expo Center
201 Sands Ave
Las Vegas, Nevada 89169
Phone: (702) 733-5556
HIMSS 2021 Hotel Info
A variety of accommodation is available near the conference venue.
Check out the HIMSS site for more info.
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HIMSS 2020 Keynotes
HIMSS 2020 has five separate keynotes spread out across multiple days – with speakers ranging from IT pros and regulators to celebrities and athletes.
Here’s a quick overview of each keynote, where and when to see it, and whether it’s worth your time or alright to skip.
Digital Health Transformation: The Path Forward
Tuesday, March 10- 8:30AM- 10AM
- Gianrico Farrugia, MD – President and CEO of Mayo Clinic
- George Halvorson – Chair and CEO Institute for InterGroup Understanding
- Rod Hochman, MD – President and CEO of Providence
- Moderated by HIMMS CEO Hal Wolf
Worth attending? — Yes! The morning keynotes at HIMSS are generally pretty educational and set the tone for the conference, and this one has a couple of industry heavy hitters.
Special Keynote Session
Wednesday, March 11- 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
- Don Rucker, MD- National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)
- Seema Verma– Administrator for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Worth attending? — VERY. The ONC’s forthcoming interoperability regulations are sure to be the biggest topic for healthcare IT this year, and this is a rare chance to get info straight from the source.
The Humanity of Healthcare
Thursday, March 12- 8:30AM – 9:30AM
- Ariana Huffington – Founder & CEO of Thrive Global
Worth attending? – Pass. Thrive Global’s focus on workplace wellness is a noble one, but unless you’re narrowly focused on stress, you should take Huffington’s own advice and get some extra sleep.
Two parties, One Stage: A Bold Fireside Chat with Political Party Leaders
Friday, March 13- 8:30AM – 10:30 AM
- Terry McAuliffe – Former Governor of Virginia/Former Chairman of the Democratic National Committee
- Chris Christie – Former Governor of New Jersey
Worth attending? – Neither Christie nor McAuliffe is at the forefront of current healthcare policy, so for most people we’d say “skip.” ( But if regulations are really your thing, it might be worth the time.)
Mindset of a Champion: A Discussion with Alex Rodriguez
Friday, March 13 1:15PM- 2:30PM
- Alex Rodriguez, Founder and CEO of A-Rod Corp (Former Yankee)
Worth attending? – Pass. HIMSS has a tendency to book athletes and entertainers for the late Friday spot, but most people will have already left and the topics tend not to be relevant.
HIMSS 2020 Tip:
Monday and Tuesday are the biggest nights for networking. Most events fill up quickly, so be sure to RSVP in advance.
HIMSS 2020 Parties & Receptions
At HIMSS 2020, networking is ESSENTIAL. Every day of the event will be jam-packed with receptions, happy hours, cocktail parties, after parties, and more.
Here’s a list of some of the events already available to get you started. Don’t forget to RSVP!
(And make sure you check back later – we’ll be adding more as they get posted…)
HDM & Blue Heron HIMSS Happy Hour
Wednesday March 11, 5PM – 7PM
Taverna Opa Orlando
9101 International Drive ##2240
Orlando, FL 32819
CHXD: Influencers in Health Networking
Wednesday March 11, 5:30 PM
Café Tu Tu Tango,
8625 International Drive,
Orlando, United States
Happy Hour with Health Gorilla
Tuesday, March 10: 5PM-7PM
Fiorenzo
Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Accelerate Health Care Innovation at HIMSS 2020
Monday, March 9: 7PM- 10PM
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games – Orlando
9299 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
HIMSS NC & VA Chapters Networking Reception at HIMSS20
Monday, March 9: 7PM – 9PM
The Pub @ Pointe Orlando
9101 International Dr #1003
Orlando, FL 32819
HIMSS20 – Chapter Networking Lunch Tickets, Tue, Mar 10, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Tuesday, March 10: 11AM – 1PM
Rosen Centre Hotel
Grand Ballroom E
9840 International Drive
Orlando FL, 32819
TN HIMSS Chapter Reception at HIMSS20
Tuesday, March 10: 6PM – 8PM
The Pub Orlando
9101 International Drive
#1003
Orlando, FL 32819
GDIT HIMSS20 Networking Event
Monday, March 9: 7PM-10PM
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
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