HIMSS Announces Launch of HIMSS TV Global Broadcasting Network

HIMSS Media

For the first time ever, the healthcare technology professionals will be able to experience exclusive HIMSS18 content digitally

NEW YORK, FEB. 12, 2018 – HIMSS has announced the launch of HIMSS TV, the first online broadcasting network focused on global innovation, and how information and technology are driving change in healthcare. HIMSS TV kicks off with live coverage from the HIMSS TV news desk at HIMSS18 conference in Las Vegas, on March 6, 2018.

Hosted by Adam Johnson, former Bloomberg Television anchor, HIMSS TV features news from HIMSS18, provides exclusive insights, keynote highlights, and expert interviews. HIMSS TV can be viewed on HIMSS social channels. HIMSS TV can also be viewed on conference hotel TVs and OTT (Over The Top) devices such as Roku.

HIMSS TV extends the great content and experience of HIMSS18 beyond the conference, to provide breaking news from the healthcare IT industry and its leading professionals. This opportunity for around-the-clock content extends HIMSS reach to a new global audience.

"I am proud and excited to announce the launch of the HIMSS TV network," said John Whelan, Executive Vice President, HIMSS Media. "As our global audience engagement increases with more video content, this first-of-its-kind program will allow them to stream exclusive HIMSS content anywhere in the world."

HIMSS partnered with INXPO to leverage their broadcasting technology to create a full TV inspired experience.

"HIMSS TV has been a groundbreaking opportunity for INXPO. It is an honor to see our technology enable HIMSS to be the first association to deliver a broadcast healthcare network and become the modern voice of the industry," Ben Chodor, Head of Global Video Strategy for INXPO said.

HIMSS TV Segments:

Hot @ HIMSS 
Live updates on the day's events, trends and buzz

The Pulse of HIMSS 
Interviews and insights from influencers in the industry

HIMSS on the Record 
Panel discussions on industry topics

Connected Health Success     
Examine connected health's and telehealth's technical workflow, and hear adoption challenges and success stories

Innovation in Practice 
A look at all aspects of health tech innovation and investment

Tactical Cyber Security 
Explore the policies, procedures, workflow, and management of secure and private health information

Down to the Data 
Focus on the use of population health, big data, blockchain, and healthcare analytics to provide insights

Daily Wrap 
Daily run down of highlights

How to watch: 
Online at HIMSS.TV 
Across HIMSS' Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube channels 
Onsite at HIMSS18, March 6-9, at select Las Vegas hotels, Channel 5 
Stream it on HIMSS OTT channel on Roku during HIMSS18 and throughout 2018

About HIMSS Media 

HIMSS Media is the fastest growing B2B media group focused exclusively on healthcare and technology markets. Through its suite of market-leading brands, such as Healthcare IT News, Healthcare Finance and MobiHealthNews, HIMSS Media delivers news, analysis and must-have information to an audience of senior healthcare and technology influencers. HIMSS Media is also the leading producer of important live events, such as the Healthcare Security Forum Machine Learning & AI for Healthcare, Pop Health Forum, Revenue Cycle Solutions Summit, and Big Data and Healthcare Analytics Forum.

About HIMSS 

HIMSS is a global voice, advisor and thought leader of health transformation through health information and technology with a unique breadth and depth of expertise and capabilities to improve the quality, safety, and efficiency of health, healthcare and care outcomes. HIMSS designs and leverages key data assets, predictive models and tools to advise global leaders, stakeholders and influencers of best practices in health information and technology, so they have the right information at the point of decision. HIMSS drives innovative, forward thinking around best uses of information and technology in support of better connected care, improved population health and low cost of care. HIMSS is a not-for-profit, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in North America, Europe, United Kingdom and Asia.

About INXPO 

INXPO is the video platform trusted by enterprises, built upon a secure, reliable and scalable foundation that has powered thousands of events and touched millions of users. From fully branded webcasts or online events, to live news desk coverage and enterprise video portals, our versatile products empower our clients to authentically reach their audiences. Built for marketing, corporate communications, sales enablement and training, our technology delivers engaging video experiences. Many of the world’s leading brands trust INXPO to extend their reach, drive engagement and maximize ROI while meeting their business goals. Our customers include market leaders such as Aon, Cisco, Hyatt, IBM, Microsoft and several others.