The world's largest healthcare information technology conference will return to Chicago from April 5th to 8th, 2027, bringing together healthcare innovators to address topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, health equity, and digital transformation.
Chicago, October 13, 2026 / PRNewswire / -- The Global Health Conference and Exhibition, the largest industry event for leaders in the global healthcare and technology fields, has now opened registration. The conference will be held from April 5 to 8, 2027, at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago.
With the theme of "Joining Hands to Transform Healthcare," this conference will bring together healthcare executives, clinicians, technology innovators, policymakers, researchers, investors, and solution providers to jointly address the industry's most pressing challenges and opportunities.
HIMSS indicates that as medical institutions compete to utilize artificial intelligence and strengthen network security defenses, and as they drive towards fair healthcare services amidst unprecedented technological transformations, HIMSS27 will become an important platform for driving medical transformation. The four-day event will include over 600 educational sessions, more than 900 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge health technologies, as well as opportunities for exchange aimed at helping participants solve real-world problems and achieve measurable results.
“HIMSS27 brings together the entire healthcare ecosystem to solve real problems,” said Blair Dawson, Senior Director of the HIMSS Global Health Conference and Exhibition. “Attendees will establish meaningful connections, gain direct access to cutting-edge solutions, and leave with actionable strategies for change. We are delighted to return to Chicago, a city that is at the heart of healthcare transformation.”
HIMSS27 Why is it important at this moment?
HIMSS indicates that the healthcare industry is at a turning point. Various institutions are facing increasing pressure and need to transform breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, digital health, and data interoperability into better patient outcomes, higher operational efficiency, and more sustainable financial performance.
The agenda for HIMSS27 will cover:
- Artificial Intelligence in Clinical and Operational Scenarios
- Digital Health Transformation and Patient Engagement
- Cybersecurity and Risk Management
- Interoperability and data exchange
- Health Equity and Determinants of a Healthy Society
- Business and Financial Management Strategies
- Public Policy and Regulatory Compliance
- Labor Force Development and Retention
According to the organizers, participants will gain actionable insights, emerging best practices, and mature strategies from colleagues in clinical, operational, and technical roles. The conference aims to help various organizations develop more focused participation plans around their own priorities and take back practical solutions that can be implemented directly after the event.
Return to Chicago: A Strategic Re-entry
The HIMSS27 marks the much-anticipated return of the conference to Chicago. Organizers state that Chicago is one of the leading medical centers in the United States, boasting a cutting-edge healthcare system, academic medical institutions, payment providers, and health technology innovators. The concentration of medical expertise in this city makes it an ideal venue for the cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange emphasized by HIMSS27.
Continuing Education and Career Development
HIMSS27 will also provide participants with a wide range of opportunities to gain continuing education credits while keeping up with industry trends. From practical workshops to keynote speeches on leadership, the conference will offer medical professionals the knowledge and qualifications needed to advance their personal careers and promote organizational progress.
Registration and more information
HIMSS27 registration is now open. Organizers encourage interested participants to register as early as possible to enjoy the current lowest price available. For more information and to register, please visit: www.himssconference.com
About HIMSS
HIMSS (Health Information and Management Systems Association) is a global advisory organization, thought leader, and membership-based association dedicated to transforming the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology. As a mission-driven non-profit organization, HIMSS possesses unique and profound expertise in health innovation, public policy, workforce development, research, and digital health transformation, providing best practice recommendations for leaders, stakeholders, and influencers within the global health ecosystem.
HIMSS indicates that its community-centered innovation engine provides key insights, educational content, and interactive activities for healthcare providers, payers, governments, startups, life science institutions, and other health service organizations, ensuring that they have access to the correct information at the time of decision-making.
About Informa Connect
Informa Connect is a professional organization specializing in live events and digital platforms, dedicated to connecting professionals with knowledge, ideas, and opportunities. The company states that its mission is to support the development of professionals by providing them with the knowledge they need for success, important networking relationships, as well as ideas and opportunities that drive growth. Informa Connect operates several large-scale brand events in the healthcare, life sciences, and other professional markets, and is committed to offering high-quality content and unforgettable event experiences. For more information, please visit: www.informaconnect.com.
