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About HIMSS

HIMSS is a global, cause-based, not-for-profit organization focused on better health through information technology (IT). HIMSS leads efforts to optimize health engagements and care outcomes using information technology. HIMSS produces health IT thought leadership, education, events, market research and media services around the world.Founded in 1961, HIMSS encompasses more than 65,000 individual members, of which more than two-thirds work in healthcare provider, governmental and not-for-profit organizations across the globe, plus over 640 corporations and 450 not-for-profit partner organizations, that share this cause. Additionally, HIMSS reaches nearly one million people worldwide through its events, publications, web resources and other activities. HIMSS, headquartered in Chicago, serves the global health IT community with additional offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

About HIMSS Asia Pacific

HIMSS Asia Pacific was formed in 2008 with the headquarters in Singapore, offering dedicated programmes for the region, including its flagship initiative, HIMSS AsiaPac Conference.  HIMSS Asia Pacific has expanded its educationalprogrammes and initiatives in the region to include, eHealth Summit, eHealth Forum, Community Engagement Events, etc. New members of the HIMSS Asia Pacific Governing Council will therefore make their contribution to an exciting time in HIT in Asia.

About HIMSS Asia Pacific Governing Council

HIMSS Asia Pacific Governing Council is a dedicated and committed group of industry experts to drive the industry forward through the use of healthcare information technologies and management systems. In addition, the Council will provide advice and content expertise for HIMSS in the region. The Council will help focus efforts in Asia Pacific on our worldwide goal of transforming healthcare through IT. The Council is comprised of representatives from the different countries, regions, constituencies and skills relevant to HIMSS Asia Pacific. Selections will therefore be made both on the basis of individual qualifications as well as of the general balances sought.

NOMINATION GUIDELINES

For each nomination, the following are requested:

1) A letter from the individual who is submitting the nomination, detailing his/her reasons for the nomination and describing his/her potential contributions to the Governing Council and to HIMSS

2) A current CV or short biography of the nominee

3) Information about memberships, affiliations,volunteer activities etc. in the field of eHealth and other relevant fields. This information can be provided in the letter, in the CV, or on a separate sheet.

4) Proof of HIMSS membership (ie your member number)

Nominations should be directed, no later than 15 May 2017, to:

Please send your submission in word or PDF formatelectronically to Maureen Gallagher atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..