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Project update – Cost effectiveness and financial impact modelling
AIDH, with the Centre for the Digital Transformation of Health (CDTH) University of Melbourne, is investigating options to remunerate primary healthcare professionals who support and monitor consumers who use preventative health apps.
Have your say on data centres in Australia
AIDH members are invited to share their views on the future of data centres in Australia by completing our short survey. Your input will help shape our ongoing contribution to national policy discussions and ensure the digital health perspective is represented.
Project update – Mini-Course Release and Launch of Information Sheets for Consumers and for Health Professionals
AIDH, with the Centre for the Digital Transformation of Health (CDTH) University of Melbourne, is investigating options to remunerate primary healthcare professionals who support and monitor consumers who use preventative health apps.
AIDH hosts inaugural Members-only Policy and Advocacy Forum
AIDH has hosted its inaugural Members-only Policy and Advocacy Forum, launching a new space for members to hear directly from AIDH CEO Anja Nikolic and from the policy and advocacy team.
Project update – Completion of Phase 2 – Release of Survey Results Report
Responses from the 149 respondents to the survey, show strong support for funding models for app-enabled preventative primary care.
Project update – “What we heard” webinar completed
In Phase One of the project, we completed a desktop review and environmental scan, and presented our findings in a report and at a webinar in December.
Project update – Stakeholder campaign: survey closed, “What we heard” webinar announced
At the webinar, we launched a survey for clinicians, consumers, policymakers, funders, and industry. We wanted to understand priorities, practical constraints, and safeguards that matter most.
Project Update – Completion of milestone report and webinar for survey launch
Introduction AIDH, with the Centre for the Digital Transformation of Health (CDTH) University of Melbourne, is investigating options to remunerate primary healthcare professionals who support consumers who use preventative health apps. Phase One of the...
Project update – Why funding mechanisms for preventative health apps in primary care matter – and how you can shape them
Introduction AIDH, with the Centre for the Digital Transformation of Health (CDTH) University of Melbourne, is investigating options to remunerate primary healthcare professionals who support consumers who use preventative health apps. Phase One of the...
Milestone Reached: Funding Mechanisms for Preventative Health Apps in Primary Care
The Funding Mechanisms for Preventative Health Apps in Primary Care is off to a good start with the first milestones being met. This initiative represents a critical step toward integrating preventative digital health solutions into Australia's healthcare system in a...
AIDH Board update: welcoming new leadership and honouring valued contributions
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) is pleased to announce recent changes to its Board of Directors, reflecting the Institute’s ongoing commitment to strong, future-focused leadership of our organisation. Introducing Erica Tong FAIDH, CHIA We are...
Better and faster access to pathology and diagnostic imaging results: Share by Default Reforms Implementation
The Australian Digital Health Agency is taking the next step in implementing the Australian Government’s Share by Default Reforms, aimed at giving consumers better and faster access to their pathology and diagnostic imaging reports via My Health Record.
Australia’s Primary Care System Needs a Digital Wake-Up Call
Every day, in every corner of Australia, primary care quietly delivers the bulk of our healthcare. It’s where chronic conditions are managed, mental health is supported, and early intervention can change lives.
Is Medicare adaptable for the digital age?
Is Medicare adaptable enough to cope with the rapidly evolving needs of Australia’s primary care sector? Is it fit for purpose, and if not, how do we reform Medicare so it’s still viable in ten years’ time?
HIC2025 Highlights
August was a landmark month for digital health in Australia, with HIC2025 bringing together our brightest minds, boldest ideas, and most passionate advocates for transformation. Held in Melbourne, this year’s theme — Engage. Disrupt. Transform.
AIDH Partners with Healthcare 2040 Expo to Shape the Future of Digital Health
The Australian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) is proud to be the Official Community Partner of the 15th Annual Australian Healthcare Week, taking place on 11–12 March 2026 at the International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Sydney.As part of the bold...
Clinical Governance and Digital Health: Hand-in-Hand for Safer, Smarter Healthcare
Australia's leading digital health and medical leadership organisations have come together to issue a joint statement calling for a stronger, more collaborative approach to clinical governance in the digital health. The Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH)...
Digital Health Driving Excellence in Clinical Care
To mark a decade of national Clinical Care Standards, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has announced five recipients of the Clinical Care Standards Excellence Awards - recognising outstanding contributions to safer, more effective, and...
Australia’s Voice in Global Nursing Informatics: Dr. Lee Woods, FAIDH Appointed as Australia’s Representative to the IMIA Nursing Informatics
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Lee (Leanna) Woods, FAIDH, as Australia’s official representative to the International Medical Informatics Association Nursing Informatics (IMIA NI). Dr. Woods, a...
AIDH announces Deloitte as sponsor of the 2025 Executives in Digital Health (EiDH) program
We’re excited to welcome Deloitte as the official sponsor of the 2025 Executives in Digital Health (EiDH) leadership program—an initiative led by AIDH to empower senior healthcare leaders to navigate and lead in an increasingly digital health landscape. This...
Florence Nightingale – The Lady with the Lamp AND a Pioneering Informatician
Named after the city in which she was born (Florence, Italy), Florence Nightingale is generally known for establishing modern professional nursing. Every International Nurses Day, held on her birthday – 12 May, encourages those in the profession to reflect on her life...
Health Apps Assessment Revised Framework and Guidance Document – project update
We are pleased to share the Health Apps Assessment Revised Framework (formerly known as mHealth app assessment framework) and proposed Guidance document.
DICOM Down Under: The Cybersecurity Risks of Exposed Medical Imaging Technologies in Australia
The security of medical imaging devices has emerged as a significant concern for healthcare providers and security teams. Devices such as MRI machines, CT scanners, and X-ray systems play a vital role in patient diagnosis and treatment, but their connectivity to...
Getting to the Core of Implementing Australia’s Accelerating Interoperability Standards – VIC Brand Event
Getting to the Core of Implementing Australia’s Accelerating Interoperability Standards – VIC Brand Event The VIC Branch event, held in March 2025, brought together an expert panel to discuss advancements in digital health and interoperability. The event began with...
Queensland X-Ray Adopts Magentus eRequests, Leading Radiology into a Digital Future
Queensland X-Ray Adopts Magentus eRequests, Leading Radiology into a Digital Future Queensland X-Ray, part of Sonic Healthcare’s Radiology division, has become Australia’s first radiology provider to adopt Magentus eRequests - a groundbreaking digital solution...
Wrap up of Health, Innovation and the Law Expert Panel Discussion
Recently, we welcomed members from three distinguished organisations, the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH), AUSCL Australasian Society for Computers + Law and the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators to explore the evolving landscape of...
Federal Budget Confirms Noteworthy Developments for Digital Health
The Federal budget confirmed noteworthy developments for the digital health sector. The Government's commitment of $46.0 million over four years to continue digital mental health services and $228.7 million in 2025-26 to modernise My Health Record is a positive step...
Bi-partisan health policy needed for digital health
In late February 2025, the Labor Government made a significant pre-election announcement, with Prime Minister Albanese committing $8.5 billion over four years to fund 18 million more bulk-billed GP consultations and have nine out of 10 GP visits free from...
Virtual care in urgent healthcare: challenges, opportunities, and the critical role of nurses
Globally, digital transformation has been sweeping through healthcare, and Australia’s health and social care landscape is no exception. The Australian Government's National Digital Health Strategy 2023-2028 [1] outlines several key initiatives aimed at fostering a...
Important announcement regarding your complimentary news subscription
We are introducing changes to your complimentary online news subscription service in 2025. An important benefit of your individual membership with AIDH is complimentary access to a reputable health-focused online news service. To date, this service has been provided...
AIDH’s Advocacy in Action
AIDH submitted its insights to the Community Affairs Legislation Committee inquiry on the Health Legislation Amendment (Modernising My Health Record—Sharing by Default) Bill 2024. We supported this Bill, emphasising that increased knowledge, awareness, and use of...
Advancing Workforce Capability Through Partnership: AIDH and Australian Digital Health Agency Lead Next Step in Clinical Safety Training
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) is proud to announce its continued collaboration with the Australian Digital Health Agency (the Agency) to advance the safety and quality of digital health solutions in Australia. Work is underway to build the...
2024 Policy Milestones: Paving the Way for Digital Health Transformation
In 2024, AIDH made significant policy advancements in progressing the digital transformation of healthcare in Australia. These advancements strengthened our role in creating a digitally enabled healthcare system that is secure, efficient, and accessible to all...
Exploring the intersection of health, innovation, and the law
In an era where digital health, innovation, and law are rapidly evolving, senior leaders must stay ahead of the curve and be aware of the opportunities and obstacles these changes bring. This exclusive event will provide a platform for thought leaders to explore the...
Empowering Women in Digital Health Leadership
We're excited to offer the Women in Digital Health Leadership Program, a game-changer for women at all stages of their careers in digital health. This six-month program gives you the tools, networks, and support to shine in leadership roles. Here's what you can look...
Leave you mark on digital health: sponsorship opportunities available
Is your business looking for visibility, impact, leadership and networking opportunities in digital health? We invite you to consider the 2025 AIDH Branch Events Sponsorship to leave your organisational mark on digital health. Sponsoring AIDH state branch events...
AI. Care 2024 – the future of healthcare data-driven revolution
Thank you to our speakers, sponsors and delegates from the AI and digital health community who attended #AICare24 in Melbourne, November 27-28. More than 300 delegates joined the learning and networking at this sellout event, which brought together Australian...
Reflecting on the Future of Digital Health: Insights from AIDH and Oracle Health’s Thought Leadership Roundtables
Earlier this year, AIDH and Oracle Health hosted a series of Thought Leadership Roundtables, bringing together over 60 national leaders to share their personal and professional expertise. These roundtables, held in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne, were facilitated by...
Digital Health Summit WA 2024 brings the digital community together
Thank you to the partners, exhibitors and delegates from across the digital health community who attended #DHSWA24 in Perth, November 7-8. More than 200 delegates enjoyed the learning and networking event, hosted by the WA branch of the Australasian...
Invitation to AIDH Members for Special Information Session
Join Us for an Important Information Session on Pathology Messaging Standards Our colleagues at IHE Australia and the Royal College of Pathologists (Quality Assurance Program) are extending an invitation to a free workshop. This session will focus on how the pathology...
From Present to the Future: Nurses, Midwives, and the Evolution of Medication Management
Introduction Healthcare settings have witnessed remarkable technological advancements in recent years, including the introduction of electronic medication management systems. These systems promise to enhance patient safety and streamline the complex processes that...
AIDH makes submission into CDC plan for data
AIDH has made a submission to the Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC) on data use for public safety and emergency health management. In a submission to the Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC) consultation on data usage, AIDH says an...
Report released on Gender Diversity in Australia’s Digital Health Workforce
AIDH has commented on the findings of the landmark report Gender Diversity in Australia’s Digital Health Workforce 2024 and says the sector needs to do more
Building the Next-Generation Workforce: Preparing for Growth in Digital Health
As digital health evolves, the demand for a skilled and diverse workforce is more pressing than ever. This keynote panel will delve into what the growing workforce in digital health might look like and what is needed to support and sustain it. Don’t miss...
Leadership on the agenda at WA digital health conference
In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital health, leaders are at the forefront, driving innovation and championing equity. As the industry continues to expand, the role of female leadership is more crucial than ever in ensuring that technological...
Be a digital health community leader: Nominations open for branch committees
Members are invited to nominate for state branch committee roles. To be eligible, you must live in the geographical area and be a current member with voting rights – Fellow, Associate Fellow, Individual, Student, Retired, Life and a single nominee/academic nominee per organisational membership.
HIC2024 IOS Press book published
AIDH presents a selection of papers and posters from HIC2024, the annual Australasian national conference for digital health and health informatics, held in Brisbane, Australia, from 5-7 August 2024.
AGM 2024: Board election result
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health is pleased to announce the result of the Board elections.
Digital Health: Leading The Change
Gihan Perera is speaking at the Digital Health Summit WA 7-8 November, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Update on the mHealth Assessment Framework evaluation project
The Australian mHealth Apps Assessment Framework was developed by a National Project Steering Committee to address the challenges consumers and healthcare professionals face in selecting credible mHealth apps
Congratulations to our 2024 Award winners
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health acknowledges and rewards the most outstanding papers and presentations at HIC with a series of Awards.
Day Three Gallery
HIC day three gallery highlights
Day Two Gallery
HIC day two gallery highlights
EiDH Leadership Program
The Leadership stream includes dedicated sessions for CEOs, CXIOs (clinical and non-clinical) and senior directors who are ready to transition to an executive role. This specially curated series seeks to provide a unique learning and education opportunity...
Day One Gallery
HIC day one gallery highlights
ATRiDH focused on careers in research
A symposium for early to mid-career researchers organised by Academic Translational Research in Digital Health was held on Sunday 4 August 2024 as a pre-HIC2024 conference event. Designed exclusively for graduate and postgraduate students, PhD candidates,...
NMiDH 2024 Gallery
The Nursing Midwifery in Digital Health conference 2024 was held on Saturday 3 August at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Winner of the Moya Conrick Award 2024
Congratulations to Kerri Holzhauser ACN Nursing Director eHealth Mentor, Metro South Health, who won the Moya Conrick Award 2024
Making connections: Who will you meet at HIC?
HIC2024 continues the tradition of bringing together Australia's forward thinkers of healthcare. Hundreds of delegates will join our sponsors, partners and exhibitors in Brisbane. From welcome drinks, to networking in the Innovation Expo, and the official...
HIC 2024 10 days to go
There is plenty of time to register for #HIC2024 in Brisbane and be part of the action when hundreds of members of the digital health community gather for the annual conference of AIDH, Australia’s peak body for digital health. Speakers include the CEO of...
Welcome to #HIC2024 speakers
HIC 2024 has a 25+ year legacy in digital health The Australasian Institute of Digital Health is proud to present a program designed to grow and support the healthcare community which has driven the digital health agenda for more than 25 years. When you...
Awards to recognise digital health achievements
Presenters at HIC 2024 will be eligible for one of the Institute’s prestigious digital health awards.
Nurse Transformer an ambassador for digital health
Keynote speaker Marg Dempsey, is an experienced registered nurse with an extensive background in emergency and primary health care settings, including clinical, education and facilitation roles.
OneLondon leader to share a joined-up success story
As Australia moves towards a seamless, joined-up health system, the success of the award-winning OneLondon journey in the UK demonstrates the power of collaboration at scale.
HIC 2024 program launch today
AIDH, Australia’s peak professional body for digital health, is proud to announce the program launch for its official conference HIC 2024.
AIDH Report released on AI and the workforce
It is critical for Australian health and care workers who use artificial intelligence to understand how AI will change the way they deliver care. In its paper Australian AI Workforce Insights 2024, AIDH says health and care professionals should know the basics of how AI works, and its limitations, including potential for bias.
Transforming nursing and midwifery education with generative artificial intelligence
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to advance and integrate into healthcare activities1, and the emergence of generative AI (GAI) now promises significant implications for education. In this editorial, potential applications of this technology will be...
Clinical Informatics Fellowship Stakeholder Engagement Report Released
An engagement report informing the proposed model for a Clinical Informatics Fellowship (CIF) Program in Australia was released today, with a commitment to progress the build of a clinical informatics fellowship pathway through 2024.
Strategic approach needed to counter digital health workforce challenges
A new, strategic approach must be taken to meet Australian digital health workforce challenges, according to a leading University of Queensland clinical informatician.
AIDH’s Role in Australia’s Digital Health Strategy and Roadmap
Australia’s National Digital Health Strategy 2023–2028 and an accompanying Strategy Delivery Roadmap, which set the vision and pathway for our digital health future, were released last week by the strategy’s custodian, the Australian Digital Health Agency.
Artificial intelligence in clinical practice – are nurses/midwives leading the way?
IntroductionThe June 2022 editorial [Impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning on nursing and midwifery] indicated that artificial intelligence (AI) was continuing to grow at a rapid rate each year1, and introduced the concepts of virtual care, chatbots,...
AIDH’s Role in Australia’s Digital Health Blueprint
The AIDH is instrumental in two major digital health workforce projects highlighted in Australia’s Digital Health Blueprint 2023-2033 and an Action Plan to support implementation.
AIDH appoints new CEO
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) Board is pleased to advise that Anja Nikolic will soon be joining the Institute as CEO.
Roadmap recommendations for safe, ethical, sustainable and personalised AI in healthcare
Recommendations in a national AI in healthcare roadmap show the way for Australia’s digital health community,
Australian roadmap for artificial intelligence in healthcare to be launched at AI.Care
A National Policy Roadmap for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare will be launched at the Australasian Institute of Digital Health’s AI.Care 2023 conference in Melbourne next week (November 22-23, 2023.)
AI.Care to hear about successful use of artificial intelligence in virtual Australian hospital
The medical head of a leading nationwide virtual hospital, Dr Emily Kirkpatrick CHIA, will detail at AI.Care how the hospital has cared for more than 200,000 patients and had no serious incidents.
Global Initiative on AI for Health in spotlight at AI.Care 2023
German physician Dr Eva Weicken, who is involved in the new WHO-ITU-WIPO Global Initiative on AI for Health (GI-AI4H), will deliver AICare 2023’s opening plenary on setting global standards for health AI innovation.
Laws may be needed requiring doctors to advise of AI use
A leading Sydney doctor with medico-legal training believes Australia may need laws that require doctors to advise patients if they are using artificial intelligence for their care and to seek informed consent. “There is no current legislation saying that doctors...
Ethical frameworks reduce risk and improve safety when implementing AI in healthcare
Having an ethical framework in place before implementing artificial intelligence in healthcare is vital to mitigate risk and eliminate bias, accelerating innovation and enabling better patient outcomes, our upcoming AI.Care 2023 conference will hear. Nigel Thornton,...
AIDH Branch committees call for nominations 2023
Being part of a Branch Committee is a great way to contribute to a community focused on building the digital health movement through networks, events and ideas exchange. You will also be able to grow your professional knowledge, build on your leadership...
Have your say in modernising My Health Record
The Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking valued input from AIDH members to help modernise and improve sharing of information to My Health Record. The Strengthening Medicare Taskforce Report recommended the government modernise My Health Record to...
AIDH joins 125 other health organisations saying yes to the Voice to Parliament
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health has joined more than 125 leading health and medical organisations in calling for support for the Voice to Parliament. The alliance published an open letter to the Australian public in the media today, Monday 25...
Invitation to participate in the final consultation
The Australian Digital Health Agency in collaboration with the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) is releasing the Australian Digital Health Capability Framework and Quality in Data and Connecting Care Guideline for final consultation — two...
Second cohort of Women in Digital Health Leadership graduate
As the Institute embarks on its new strategy to shift the dial on our nation’s transition to a digital health future, we’re asking for the support and involvement of our Fellows and members.
International collaboration vital to advance digital health
MEDIA RELEASE Wednesday 30 August 2023 International collaboration is critical if nations are to harness the power of new and disruptive technologies to collectively advance digital health for their citizens, experts say. Senior healthcare, industry and...
SA event to shine a light on interactive technologies in healthcare and rehabilitation
Our next AIDH SA branch event will delve into interactive technologies explaining how these innovations can enhance healthcare and rehabilitation. The expert session in Adelaide on Tuesday 5 September 2023 will be hands-on and include practical examples...
New leadership for the Institute
Dr Louise Schaper has left the position of CEO of the AIDH.Louise first joined the Health Informatics Society of Australia as CEO in 2010, and led the merger of HISA and the Australasian College of Health Informatics in 2019 to form the Australasian Institute of...
Westmead Health Precinct and Hospital Tour
On the Monday 10 July as part of #MEDINFO23, 40+ senior conference delegates attended the Westmead Health Precinct and Hospital Tour. The tour was hosted and coordinated by the Institute and Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) and sponsored and supported by...
The International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA) announces MedInfo 2023 Best Paper winners
The International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA) has announced the winners of the MedInfo 2023 Best Paper and Student Paper Awards. The MedInfo 2023, IMIA’s World Congress on Medical and Health Informatics, Scientific Program Chairs, Dr Paula Otero and Dr...
IMIA announces the recipients of the 2023 IMIA François Grémy Award of Excellence
The International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA) has announced Dr Hyeoun-Ae Park and Dr Riccardo Bellazzi as the recipients of the 2023 IMIA François Grémy Award of Excellence. Dr Jack Li, the President of IMIA, presented the François Grémy Award of Excellence...
Making artificial intelligence work for health
Making artificial intelligence work for health Artificial intelligence (AI) is making a significant impact across the healthcare sector, emerging as the hot topic of 2023. The use and effectiveness of Chat GPT has been discussed far and wide across sectors, but...
Global health advocate HIMSS joins MedInfo23
Global health advocate HIMSS will support the collective international effort for digital health maturity, interoperability and standards as a partner of MedInfo 2023, the Australasian Institute of Digital Health announced today.AIDH CEO Dr Louise Schaper says HIMSS...
A digital health platform for genomics
A future with precision health promises to transform the way we look at healthcare. Healthcare will no longer need to take the approach “one size fits all” as our knowledge of genomics will enable clinicians to better diagnose and predict conditions, ultimately...
Standards and interoperability comes to life at MedInfo 2023
Get up to speed with the world of standards and interoperability when you attend an educational workshop at MedInfo 2023. The #MEDINFO23 weekend program is expected to attract a range of delegates including the health tech professionals working with...
Telehealth guidelines public consultation – a review by MBA
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health has made its submission into the Medical Board of Australia (MBA) review Guidelines: Telehealth consultations with patients. The Institute recommends the MBA consider replacing the terminology “technology-based...
Digital Health Workforce Imperatives to Lead and Manage in times of Digital Disruption: Complexity, Competency and Context
Health informatics and digital health, two rapidly growing disciplines, are becoming more and more important for efficient and effective health service provision, particularly highlighted through the COVID-19 pandemic. To ensure that we can get the benefits from the...
Come to a CAP info session
Message from the CEO: Advancing Australia’s digital health workforce has been the primary focus of the Institute for over a decade. Building workforce capability in digital health is critical to our strategy and drives much of our activity. We believe it is critical...
Networking is not a dirty word Brilliant Connected Women in Digital Health Network virtual event
Wednesday 30 March 1-2pm AEDT Whether you're in the business of new business or not, a professional network can be an invaluable two-way street that broadens knowledge and experiences while providing a team of trusted mentors, advisors or future colleagues for...
Message from MedInfo 2023 Co-Chair Dr Martin Seneviratne
I am thrilled to welcome the global informatics community to Sydney in July for MedInfo 2023, jointly hosted by the Australian Institute of Digital Health and the International Medical Informatics Association. The first MedInfo was hosted in 1974 in...
Message from MedInfo 2023 Co-Chair Prof Farah Magrabi FAIDH
MedInfo, the World Congress on Medical and Health Informatics will address a range of key digital health issues, with a focus on the role of technology in delivering safer, equitable and sustainable health services to patients. Artificial intelligence (AI)...









































































































