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11th International Congress on Nursing Informatics
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
It is my pleasure to present the Proceedings of the 11th International Congress on Nursing Informatics (NI2012) sponsored by the IMIA-NI SIG. As you now know, the NI series of conferences is the leading gathering in the world for nurses, midwives, and others interested in the use of health information and communication technology to improve global health. This event is held every three years in a different part of the world. Our time spent in Montreal at NI 2012 provides tremendous opportunity for discussion and meaningful interaction amongst the most talented professionals in the field of nursing and nursing informatics.
Our theme, Advancing Global Health through Informatics, reflects the team-centered and interdisciplinary approach that is required to truly transform the health of our nations, our communities, and our patients. This Congress is truly global in scope. With contributions from 38 different countries and a tremendous response to our call for presentations, we have facilitated significant knowledge transfer from experts working in clinics, hospitals, universities and institutions large and small, local and regional, national and global.
I know that whether you are a novice or an expert in this growing field, NI2012 is the first of many times you will attend the triennial International Congress on Nursing Informatics. From my previous experiences in this community, you will find colleagues who are collaborative and are generous in their sharing of information, knowledge, and research. You will have the opportunity to learn from international leaders in informatics-enabled practice, education, management, research, health policy, global health, and patient-centered care. You will gain insight into upcoming priorities and future directions for nurses and other members of the healthcare team in the expanding environment of HIT-enabled practice. Most importantly, you will make long-lasting connections with like-minded professionals committed to advancing global health.
Along with my colleague, friend, and, Editorial Committee Co-Chair Dr. Carola Hullin, I am delighted to present these Proceedings. Indeed, we have a great deal to learn, a great deal to share, and we firmly believe that together, we CAN change the world.
Sincerely, Patricia Abbott, PhD, RN
NI2012 Congress Chair and Editorial Committee Co-Chair