IFHIMA is committed to the advancement of health information management practices and the development of its members for the purpose of improving health data and health outcomes.
IFHIMA Communities of Practice (CoPs)
IFHIMA CoPs provide opportunities for members around the world to exchange knowledge and experiences, discuss emerging issues, collaborate on areas of common interest, and contribute to the advancement of Health Information Management. IFHIMA currently facilitates...
International Collaboration Marks the Successful Launch of GBA-HIMA
International collaboration took center stage as health information management leaders from across Asia and beyond gathered in Hong Kong to celebrate the official launch of the Greater Bay Area Health Information Management Association (GBA-HIMA). Held in April 2026,...
THERIA Mobile App: A New Step Toward Digital Health Information Management
Introduction The Tanzania Health Records and Information Association (THERIA) is preparing to launch its mobile application in 2027. The new app is expected to provide a convenient digital platform for connecting health records and information professionals across...
Launch of New Learning Modules
Sometimes it takes a village to accomplish a big task, and the updating of the IFHIMA Learning Modules certainly proves this point. These efforts were largely undertaken by the 2025 Education, Training, and Research (ETR) Strategic Pillar, along with other volunteers...
IFHIMA Regional Directors – Bios
Ms. Cassandra Rupnik: AUSTRALIA (Western Pacific) Cassandra, or better known as Cassie, is deeply passionate about advancing the health information management (HIM) profession. With more than three decades of experience, she has built an impressive career spanning...
IFHIMA Concludes 2026 Focus on the Future (FOF) of HIM Series
IFHIMA held its very successful 2026 FOF four-part series in April and May 2026. The series explored industry priorities, including digital health, AI in healthcare, coding, classifications and terminologies, and workforce training and leadership development. Feedback...
AI and the Fundamentals: Building Resilient Digital Health Systems — Reflections from IFHIMA’s Focus on the Future Series
“If we build on strong information foundations, we amplify clarity. If we neglect those foundations, we amplify risk.”- Christopher Hutchins, IFHIMA Focus on the Future 2026. As global healthcare systems worldwide accelerate digital transformation to enhance...
Beyond the Dental Chair: My Journey from Clinical Practice to Health Informatics
For years, I understood healthcare primarily through direct patient care. I trained as a dentist in India, practiced clinically, and eventually managed my own dental practice. Treating patients taught me that good healthcare depends not only on clinical knowledge, but...
IFHIMA President’s Message
Dear IFHIMA Members, Colleagues, and Friends, September brings another opportunity to celebrate progress across IFHIMA. As IFHIMA welcomes new leaders, recognizes those who have served, and continues to strengthen the global voice of Health Information Management. I...
Capstone Project Interview
Watch the interview: IFHIMA was delighted to host this interview with two 2026 baccalaureate...
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