Advanced Certificate in Health Informatics for
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sarah Peterson, an expert in Health Informatics and the lead instructor for our Advanced Certificate in Health Informatics program. Sarah, could you start by sharing a bit about your background and what drew you to this field? GUEST: Absolutely, I'm a registered nurse with over 15 years of experience in various healthcare settings. I became interested in Health Informatics as I noticed the potential for technology to improve patient care and outcomes. HOST: That's fascinating. Now, let's talk about the course. It's designed for nurses, administrators, and IT specialists. Could you explain how these professionals can benefit from learning about health information systems, clinical data management, and healthcare technology? GUEST: Certainly. No matter their role, these professionals deal with health data daily. This course equips them with the skills to manage and analyze this data effectively, leading to better decision-making and ultimately, improved patient care. HOST: That makes sense. Now, as someone who's both a practitioner and an educator in this field, could you share some current trends or challenges in Health Informatics that learners might encounter? GUEST: Sure. One trend is the increasing use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in healthcare. A challenge is ensuring data privacy and security amidst growing cyber threats. HOST: Those are significant issues indeed. Looking forward, what do you think the future holds for Health Informatics? GUEST: I believe we'll see more integration of technology in patient care, from telehealth to wearable devices. The role of Health Informatics professionals will become even more critical in managing and interpreting the vast amounts of data generated. HOST: It's an exciting time for the field, no doubt. Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your insights with us today. If you're interested in advancing your career in Health Informatics, be sure to check out our Advanced Certificate in Health Informatics program. Thanks for tuning in!
