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HIMSS19 was about a lot of things – building relationships, focusing on the human side of technology, and empowering patients. What it wasn’t about? “New and shiny objects,” according to a handful of influential leaders.
While there were several topics that resonated with CIOs and other healthcare IT leaders in the past year, there was one that clearly dominated the field, says Kate Gamble.
With the major pieces — legislation, technology, and consumer expectations — all starting to fall into place, the time to start thinking about telehealth is now, says Bill Russell.
By digitizing healthcare, the industry unwittingly created data gatekeepers, says Bill Russell. But in light of CMS’ proposed changes to Meaningful Use, they could finally be relieved of their duties.
If your organization is looking to identify a great CTO candidate – and you should, if you hope to succeed – start by asking one question and making some key observations, says Bill Russell.
What can leaders with decades of experience learn from millennials? Quite a bit, says Bill Russell, who gained a new perspective on life – and changed his messaging – after spending time with recent college grads.
Embracing disruption in healthcare means abandoning the old models, processes, and technologies, says Bill Russell who believes “this is where the CIO will earn their stripes.”
With healthcare revenues under more pressure than ever, it’s vital that leaders find ways to reduce operating costs – both now and in the future, says Bill Russell, who provides guidance on how to do that.
What does the recent Amazon, Berkshire, JP Morgan announcement tell us? Several things, says Bill Russell. But the most important is that it’s time to ensure that your own strategies align with the emerging consumer in healthcare.
A good staff meeting may end in agreement, but a great staff meeting hones ideas, strategies, and approaches, says Bill Russell, who discusses the importance of allowing dissent among your team – as long as it’s done right.
