Kansas Chapter of HIMSS - About KSHIMSS -

The Kansas Chapter of HIMSS encompasses the majority of the state of Kansas, with the region surrounding Kansas City being served by the Heart of America chapter. We joined the National HIMSS organization in 2001 and have been actively working to put in place a chapter that benefits all our members and their organizations.

2008 Strategic Goals

• Provide professional growth opportunities for members through educational conferences / sessions

• Enhance communication with our members

We are committed to meeting the standards that have been put into place by the National HIMSS organizations. These ensure we are providing our members educational opportunities that meet their business needs, that we are managing our chapter using defined by-laws*, and that our members have the latest communications and publications related to the chapter.

Why join the Kansas Chapter of HIMSS? The Power of Belonging!

ITs SMART
• You can attend lower cost educational programs that help you meet the challenges of an increasingly complex environment.

• You can network with other members about similar business challenges and find numerous "gems" that benefit your organization.

ITs KNOWLEDGE
• Learn to separate fact from fiction by attending programs with national speakers given at your local level. In addition, the national organization sponsors the largest annual healthcare conference each year with the latest and greatest innovations in healthcare technology.

ITs BRANDED
• Join an internationally recognized professional organization, with over 14,000 members at the national level.

• Use the Advocacy power of this national organization to gain attention to critical healthcare issues.

ITS PRIDE
• Reap immeasurable reward from investing in your career. Beyond the tangible benefits, feel pride and satisfaction knowing you are associated with the largest and best healthcare technology in your area.

ITs DISCOUNTS
• Attend programs at the local or regional level at a discounted rate.

Chapter By-Laws*

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