https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/HIIM50 most recent storiesen-US7ab1ade9-bcfa-46d8-88b7-8dad3e001a80https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-hiim-student-receives-statewide-recognition-for-academic-achievementsomempowerBrooklynn Deitz, a student in the Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, has been recognized with two separate awards from professional organizations in the health information field.Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-25T16:25:39-04:00455f99f9-d900-43c9-8793-2f0a21a698aehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=simmons-honored-for-her-leadership-by-west-virginia-health-information-management-associationAshley Simmons, MBA, an assistant professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) program, has been honored with the West Virginia Health Information Management Association's (WVHIMA) Presidential Plaque.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-22T09:05:05-04:0039f3ffc3-cd71-480a-9ece-590e90a919c4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=behindrecord-hiim-alumna-isdata-expert-that-powers-healthcaresomhealHave you ever wondered how your healthcare provider already knows your medical history or test results when they walk into your exam room? It's not magic; it's the result of the meticulous work of a team of data experts you rarely see. Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-25T14:15:32-04:0099875166-39b7-4aff-a68b-3db5926354fchttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-information-and-informatics-management-researchers-test-ai-s-ability-to-assist-in-coding-worksomeducateArtificial Intelligence is already at work behind the scenes on everything from cell phones to online shopping reviews, but does it have the capability to help make information from your medical visits – from hospital stays to well-child visits – more efficient? Researchers at West Virginia University are studying just what impact AI might play on the world of medical coding.Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-24T13:48:58-05:00bbc3b5f7-f479-422d-ba38-70db5ace2fffhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/mountaineer-spotlights-research-week/thursdayMuch like the game of connect the dots, Megan McDougal's academic and professional career share points that have come together to form one big picture.Thu, 04 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-04T10:38:04-04:0016898656-ad00-4974-8298-dc4bd0b4de1ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-informatics-and-information-management-faculty-attend-summit-in-washington-d-cWest Virginia University School of Medicine Health Informatics and Information Management faculty members participated in the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., in March.Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-02T09:13:45-04:00adfdde29-3271-470b-a0d6-b50e24acaf4dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=former-military-member-finds-fit-in-health-professions-atwvu-school-of-medicineWhile serving in the U.S. Army as a combat medic, Ruben Bragg's experience in the Troop Medical Clinic sparked an interest in healthcare and information technology. Now, he's following that passion at the WVU School of Medicine in the Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) program. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-02-15T14:11:42-05:00948847e8-464f-4b05-b81a-a687ce5af82fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-health-professions-programs-embrace-military-studentsPursuing higher education while balancing military service can be daunting. But West Virginia Air National Guard members Calista Roark and Dominique Wright found support in their respective programs at the West Virginia University School of Medicine managing their dual roles as students and service members.Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-02-12T16:13:03-05:00f9ce9867-fb3a-432d-b8dd-7873aa9c2f2ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=lucci-receives-west-virginia-health-information-management-association-s-highest-honorsompurposeSally Lucci, director of the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) program, has been named the 2023 distinguished member by the West Virginia Health Information Management Association (WVHIMA). Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-12-18T15:42:12-05:005c3634a8-d9fb-482a-8247-e43aec0398c7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-community-to-host-several-wvu-diversity-week-eventsThe West Virginia University Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host its annual Diversity Week Sunday, Sept. 17, through Saturday, Sept. 23. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-19T11:54:32-04:00b009688b-5f47-4573-882c-9678e4cbd263https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-announces-faculty-promotions-for-2023sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine recently awarded faculty members promotions that were effective July 1, 2023. Additionally, several faculty members were awarded emeriti status. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-08-01T15:40:10-04:00161508f2-c800-435d-b47c-ab88db1fdc93https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-recognizes-health-information-professionals-week-april-17-21sompurposeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine is taking part of a national celebration of health information professionals, acknowledging the critical contributions they make as part of the overall care team by promoting patient safety through ensuring correct and secure information.Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-04-24T15:30:39-04:009ec42e74-9753-46b3-9202-3362838617aahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=professional-programs-tailgate-set-for-sept-10All alumni and current students of the School of Medicine Professional and Undergraduate Programs are invited to attend an alumni tailgate on Saturday, Sept. 10, before the WVU - Kansas football game.Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-08-26T10:52:16-04:008e5e63f8-12a0-4150-be0e-4c905c345863https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=12-wvu-medicine-hospitals-hundreds-of-clinics-recognized-by-himss-for-electronic-medical-record-adopangela.jones1@wvumedicine.orgHIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) has recognized 12 WVU Medicine hospitals and more than 500 clinics for their adoption of electronic medical records (EMR).Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-08-24T08:50:39-04:00d0835413-2d49-4550-9de6-ada0f619b9f8https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=graduating-seniors-recognized-for-academic-achievement-awards-in-health-informatics-and-information-somengageFour graduating seniors in the Health Informatics and Information Management program were celebrated at an awards luncheon on Thursday, May 12 for their outstanding achievement in their professional practice experiences and for noteworthy community service to the state of West Virginia.Tue, 17 May 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-05-23T13:09:15-04:00dead5258-1e69-4de8-bb56-57c372f8ac2fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-informatics-and-information-management-professor-named-wvhima-distinguished-memberThe West Virginia Health Information Management Association has named Megan McDougal, an assistant professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Health Informatics and Information Management program, as the 2021 distinguished member.Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-06-16T11:47:04-04:00b9fac710-717f-4883-afbe-33164437af91https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-announces-new-minor-in-healthcare-data-analyticsThe Health Informatics and Information Management program in the West Virginia University School of Medicine announced a new undergraduate minor. The minor – healthcare data analytics – gives students an opportunity to understand the importance healthcare data plays in driving performance and improving patient outcomes.Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-05-10T15:01:45-04:00b8a67e09-5d93-4ffa-b86f-fb3a51e1629dhttp://publichealth.wvu.edu/who-we-are/student-profiles/nicholas-mccardle/Be Kind. For WVU School of Public Health Master of Health Administration student Nicholas McCardle, that's not just a phrase on his T-shirt. It's a personal mantra, and a message that he's sharing with the world.Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -05002022-02-04T15:53:25-05:00eb9dca1f-3f3d-4542-8379-d79d21afada9https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=first-graduating-class-ready-to-makedifference-in-healthcare-behindscenesLike many students navigating their options, Nicholas McCardle couldn't quite pin down a major. He bounced back and forth between healthcare, business and law.Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 -04002020-05-13T11:39:18-04:004b4b1a4a-5cb7-40d3-9830-3c45b0dadf46https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hiim-student-recognized-for-saving-life-of-drowning-swimmerHealth Informatics and Information Management major Alex Dayton was recently recognized by New Jersey Legislature for saving the life of a swimmer who nearly drowned off a beach in August. E. Gordon Gee, president of WVU, stopped by one of Alex's HIIM classes to surprise her with the certificate and tell the class about her feats.Tue, 11 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -05002018-12-13T14:35:52-05:00