Pull out the scalpel—today we’re performing an autopsy on Health Information Management. 🩺📂 Rumor has it, HIM is a “dying field,” but spoiler alert: the patient still has a pulse (and a pretty strong one at that). From paper charts to digital health, AI to compliance chaos, we’re breaking down why HIM isn’t flatlining—it’s just evolving. Tune in for laughs, lessons, and maybe a few resuscitation metaphors. 🚑 

Health Information Management is where clinical care, data science, and technology intersect. In this podcast, we explore the powerful parallels between HIM and fields like IT, public health, digital navigation, and patient advocacy. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, discover how HIM connects the dots behind the scenes to drive better outcomes, smarter systems, and more equitable care. 

 In this episode, we dive into the world of Health Information Management (HIM)—the often unsung heroes who ensure that health data is accurate, accessible, and secure. From medical coders and data analysts to privacy officers and digital health navigators, HIM professionals play a vital role in patient care, public health, and the future of healthcare innovation. Join us as we explore the diverse career paths within HIM, the essential skills needed in today’s digital age, and how these professionals are driving quality, equity, and efficiency across healthcare systems. 

From the 90s till current, the health information profession has made drastic changes.
You will find it started as the librarian for medical records to know the mecca for technology, reimbursement, innovation, and many more.

The history of health information management (HIM) is deeply intertwined with the evolution of healthcare itself. From its humble beginnings as simple record-keeping to its current role as a cornerstone of modern healthcare, HIM has played a crucial part in advancing medical knowledge, improving patient care, and ensuring healthcare efficiency. 
And dive into different eras...

• Pre-Modern
• 19th Century
• Early 20th Century
• Paper-base 
• The Digital Age

I am stepping out of the office and into front of a microphone to share my experiences, and I am bringing my friends along.