From 2/16/11 – 2/22, this blog will be posting Bill Childs’ “2011 Topics on the Table for Healthcare Information Systems.” Each day we will post two entries from our EVP, Bill, founder of the first healthcare IT system, recognized last fall by CHIME with a lifetime achievement award, and, on the evening of Feb 22, honored by HIMSS as one of its “50-in-50” memorable contributors to the healthcare IT industry.

Bill’s experience, astute judgment, and impeccable character underscore the credibility of his observations. His insight should prove valuable to anyone involved with healthcare information technology and systems. Stop in next week to read what Bill thinks will be the principal HIT issues as 2011 unfolds.