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HIMSS 2026

March 9-12, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV

Venetian Convention & Expo Center

AI in HealthcareCybersecurityDigital Health

HIMSS 2026

Healthcare's Premier Event

March 9-12, 2026

About HIMSS 2026

HIMSS26 is healthcare's premier global event, bringing together over 25,000 health information and technology professionals from 88+ countries. This year's conference at the Venetian Convention & Expo Center features a consolidated single-venue format for easier navigation between 600+ educational sessions and the exhibition hall.

Join Girish Kotte at HIMSS26 to explore the latest innovations in healthcare AI, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and care delivery. Connect with industry leaders, discover cutting-edge solutions from 600+ exhibiting companies, and gain actionable insights for your healthcare organization.

What to Expect at HIMSS26

AI & Machine Learning

Explore how AI is transforming diagnostics, treatment planning, administrative workflows, and patient care across healthcare organizations.

Cybersecurity

Learn about emerging threats, zero-trust architecture, IoT medical device security, and best practices for protecting healthcare data.

Interoperability

Discover solutions for seamless health information exchange and integration across disparate healthcare systems.

Digital Health

Experience the latest in telehealth, remote patient monitoring, wearables, and digital therapeutics transforming care delivery.

Networking

Connect with 25,000+ healthcare professionals including CIOs, CMIOs, clinicians, and innovators from 88 countries.

Innovation

Visit 600+ exhibiting companies showcasing breakthrough technologies, startups, and solutions in the specialty pavilions.

What's New for HIMSS26

Single Consolidated Venue

All sessions and exhibits at the Venetian - no more traveling between venues.

New Registration Options

Conference Plus Pass with preconference forums and Premier Access Upgrade available.

The Park

New themed networking area in Expo Hall G for meaningful connections.

One-Hour Workshops

New condensed, focused learning sessions for busy professionals.

Continuous Refreshments

Food and beverages available throughout conference hours.

Brews & Bites Booth Crawl

New networking activity with participating exhibitors.

Event Details

Date & Time

Dates: March 9-12, 2026

Early Registration Deadline: February 8, 2026

Venue

Location: Venetian Convention & Expo Center

Las Vegas, Nevada

Why Connect with Girish at HIMSS26?

As a healthcare AI specialist with hands-on experience building and deploying AI solutions for healthcare organizations, I bring practical insights that go beyond theory. Here's what I can help you with:

AI Voice Agents

Building conversational AI and voice agents for healthcare - from patient intake and appointment scheduling to clinical documentation and care coordination. Learn how voice AI is reducing administrative burden and improving patient experience.

Healthcare GTM Strategy

Go-to-market strategies specifically for healthcare technology. Navigate complex sales cycles, build relationships with health systems, understand compliance requirements, and position your solution for success in the healthcare market.

Agentic AI & Automation

Beyond traditional RPA - implementing intelligent AI agents that can adapt, learn, and handle complex healthcare workflows. From revenue cycle automation to clinical decision support, discover what's actually working in production.

Topics I'm Happy to Discuss:

AI implementation roadmaps for health systems
Voice AI for patient engagement
Startup scaling in healthcare
EHR integration strategies
Healthcare compliance & security
Building healthcare AI products

Want to See What HIMSS is Like?

Check out my HIMSS 2025 recap for insights on key trends, session highlights, and what to expect at this year's conference. Get a preview of the conversations and innovations shaping healthcare technology.

View HIMSS 2025 Recap

Let's Connect at HIMSS26

I'm excited to attend HIMSS 2026 and would love to connect with fellow healthcare technology professionals. Whether you want to discuss AI implementation, explore partnership opportunities, or simply network, let's schedule a time to meet.

Schedule a Meeting

Book a time to meet during HIMSS26. Let's discuss healthcare AI, digital transformation strategies, or explore potential collaborations.

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Get in Touch

Have questions about healthcare AI or want to connect before the conference? Reach out and let's start the conversation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HIMSS 2026 and healthcare technology innovation

HIMSS 2026 is healthcare's premier global conference and exhibition, bringing together over 25,000 health information and technology professionals from 88+ countries. The event features 600+ educational sessions covering AI, cybersecurity, digital health transformation, interoperability, and care delivery innovation.

HIMSS 2026 takes place March 9-12, 2026 at the Venetian Convention & Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year features a consolidated single-venue format, making it easier to navigate between sessions and the exhibition hall.

Key focus areas include artificial intelligence in healthcare, cybersecurity and data protection, digital health transformation, interoperability and health information exchange, value-based care models, patient experience, and workforce development.

New features include a consolidated single-venue format at the Venetian, new registration options (Conference Plus Pass and Premier Access Upgrade), 'The Park' themed networking area, one-hour focused workshops, continuous refreshments, and the Brews & Bites Booth Crawl networking activity.

You can schedule a meeting in advance at gkotte.com/calendar, connect on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/gkotte, or follow on X @gkotte1 to coordinate a meetup during the conference.

Early registration discounts are available before February 8, 2026. Multiple pass types are available to accommodate different professional needs and budgets.

HIMSS26 offers unparalleled networking with 25,000+ healthcare professionals, access to 600+ exhibiting companies showcasing the latest health tech innovations, educational sessions led by industry experts, and insights into emerging technologies like AI that are transforming healthcare delivery.

Follow Girish on LinkedIn and X for regular insights on healthcare AI, attend events like HIMSS, or schedule a consultation at gkotte.com/calendar to discuss AI implementation strategies for your healthcare organization.