Join us for two upcoming sessions at:
University of Ottawa campus: Lamoureux Building, room 106, 145 Jean-Jacques Lussier (Parking available in front of building)
Please access the following link for a map of the location: https://goo.gl/maps/DNqX8Session 1: September 18th
Networking: 5.30pm
Session: 6:00-7:30 pm
Health Informatics (HI) and Health Information Management (HIM)
Duration: 1.5 hours
- HI and HIM Overviews
- History, importance, and current uses
- EMR, EHR, PHR, HIS – what do these mean?
- Technical information…but not too technical!
- The “big players” in the industry and where Canada fits in
- Health Information Systems (HIS) around the world
- The unique Canadian perspective
- What makes us different?
- Canada Health Infoway – The EHR Solution Blueprint
- Who regulates HIS?
- The international role Canada has in leading the military HIS across NATO
- The future of HIS
Group Activity: What implications does HIS have for us as patients, health leaders, and as a society?
Cost: Students $7, Professionals $15
Session 2: September 25th
Networking: 5:30pm
Session: 6:00-7:30 pm
Careers in HI and HIM
Duration: 1.5 hours
- Why should I know this if I am not interested in a career in HI or HIM?
- Areas of interest – specialties and subspecialties
- Essential skills required for people to join and excel in this field
- Academics and professional development
- Organizations and networking
- Other relevant resources for all health leaders (websites, books)
Group Activity: Group generated discussion
Cost: Students $7, Professionals $15
Please RSVP to: ehlottevents@gmail.com
Visit www.emerginghealthleaders.ca/ottawa/events/ for more information.
Refreshments will be served.
Bring your business cards for networking and a raffle prize draw! |
