HIMSS20

The modern cyber threat landscape means health systems can't take any chances on their networks. At HIMSS20, one expert will describe the ethos of "never trust, always verify."

The new module targets factors that influence hospital readmissions for diabetic patients and predicts the likelihood of future patient readmissions.

Its message to attendees will revolve around clinical documentation and how it is using AI, machine learning, NLP and more to ease physician workloads and enhance patient experiences.

The annual recognition is meant to celebrate women who are working to harness the power of information and technology to transform health and healthcare.

From an investing keynote by Alex Rodriguez to scores of digital health startup panels, HIMSS20 has a lot to choose from.

They will be in the Nuance AI Marketplace for Diagnostic Imaging, which is designed to provide a one-stop shop for radiologists to review and purchase AI models to improve their workflow.

Based on the Emento enterprise platform, the My Digital Care Guide app enables hospitals to create care guides that provide patients with relevant information in a timely manner, leading to more effective consultations, fewer last-minute cancellations and shorter hospitalisation times.

Innovation is a core competency that needs to be the responsibility of everyone, says HIMSS20 speaker Kristen Raber.

With the number of connected devices steadily increasing, health systems and hospitals need a comprehensive plan to guard against cyber threats. At HIMSS20, one infosec pro will describe some best practices.

As commercial health plans and others fortify their strategy for preventive care, one opportunity is to leverage an existing retail footprint.