Global News

February 2020

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This message includes the first issue of Global News for 2020. The issue highlights many components of the 19th Congress in Dubai, including a picture collage of attendees and various activities. as well as activities from our member nations. IFHIMA’s collaboration with WHO FIC remains strong, as evidenced by the articles summarizing the EIC and MbRG meetings in Banff, Canada. Many thanks to the IFHIMA writers, assistant editors, and volunteers who make Global News possible, with special thanks to Dr. Dilhari DeAlmeida, Editor.

Lorraine Fernandes, RHIA IFHIMA President 2019-2022
IFHIMA seeking volunteers to assist in two key 2020 initiatives

Signing up for the work groups is now closed. Thank you to all who signed up to volunteer.
Privacy Press Release

IFHIMA proudly announces our latest whitepaper addressing the global importance of privacy and the key role HIM Professionals should play in safeguarding the the confidentiality and privacy of patient information.

Click Here to view Privacy Press Release
Global News

September 2019

As an international umbrella organization, communication and
information sharing between our members is an utmost priority.

The Global News opens up the possibility for IFHIMA members
to express and share experiences in the field of health information
management.

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Thank you for visiting IFHIMA’s website. IFHIMA is an umbrella organization serving as the global voice for our diverse health information management membership. We strive to update our information regularly with an emphasis on IFHIMA business, news from our national association members, and important updates from our NGO partner, WHO, and the Federation of International Classifications (FIC) work. Additionally, we highlight Global News, updates from our Educational Institution and Corporate Members, and key events that may interest health information professionals around the globe.

We hope you find our site useful and please visit often as information is continually updated.

With best regards,

Lorraine Fernandes IFHIMA President, 2019 – 2022

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Mission

IFHIMA represents and advances the global Health Information Management (HIM) profession.

Vision

A healthy world enabled by quality health information.

Values

Leadership

Integrity

Mutual Respect

Collaboration

- in quality health information management

- principled, honest and ethical

- embrace diversity and treat all with dignity and respect

- engage and maintain global partnerships

Sample photos from the IFHIMA 19th Congress

Opening Session, General Assembly, Privacy Panels, and Closing Ceremony

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: Announcing IFHIMA’s latest whitepaper-
11 Feb 10:02 pm
“Privacy of Health Information, an IFHIMA Global Perspective.” Click here for details and register to receive this...

: IFHIMA 19th Congress Highlights
17 Jan 12:13 am
Click here for post event report from SHIMA of the Congress happenings and data.

: Call for Volunteers
4 Jan 12:54 am
IFHIMA is seeking volunteers for two key workgroups that will launch in early 2020. These workgroups require...

: IFHIMA-Strategic Plan and Accomplishments
20 Dec 10:34 pm
The 2016-2019 strategic plan and accomplishments were presented at the 19th Congress in Dubai. Click Here for...

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