SHIMA Annual Conference & Expo

Enabling Healthcare With Quality Health Information

Hamad Al-Jasser Conference Hall Building 26, King Saud University, Riyadh 12372

About the Event

The Saudi Health Information Management Association Annual Conference & Expo is the largest upcoming platform dedicated to advancing the adoption, innovation, and integration of healthcare information management systems in Saudi Arabia, the MENA region, and globally.

Taking place from 15 – 16 June 2026 at King Saud University, Riyadh, the Summit will feature two full days of conference sessions, exhibition, and networking.

Hosted by the Saudi Health Information Management Association (SHIMA), the event reflects Saudi Arabia’s national priorities under Vision 2030 and its ambition to be a global leader in digital health.

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Featured Speakers

Featured Exhibitors

Experiences at the Event

Conference

Engaging sessions with keynotes, panels, and discussions on ICD-11, revenue cycle management, AI, cybersecurity, virtual health record, and more.

Exhibition

A showcase of cutting-edge HIM technologies, from HIS and EMR platforms to innovative digital health solutions connecting providers and healthcare leaders.

Networking

Opportunities for global and local stakeholders to connect, share insights, and build partnerships that advance healthcare digital transformation.

SHIMA Excellence Awards 2026

A prestigious ceremony honouring excellence in health information management and leaders shaping digital health in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

Focus Sectors

Saudi Health Information Management Association Annual Conference & Expo will highlight the most critical areas driving the advancement of healthcare information management systems in Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region.

Electronic Health Records (EHR/EMR) & Interoperability

Nationwide EHR adoption with HL7/FHIR standards to ensure seamless data exchange across hospitals and national health platforms.

Medical Coding, Classification & Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)

Accurate coding with ICD-10/11 and SNOMED to improve reimbursement, auditing, and clinical accuracy.

Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)

Automation, AI-powered coding, and fraud detection tools supporting efficient claims and financial performance.

Population Health Management (PHM) & Data Analytics

Predictive analytics and registries driving preventive, outcome-based healthcare in line with Vision 2030.

Privacy, Security & Compliance (PDPL Focus)

Data protection and cybersecurity aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) to build trust in digital health.

Emerging Applications in HIMS

Forward-looking innovations including telehealth, AI in coding and documentation, and cloud-based health platforms.

Visitor Profile

Government officials and senior policymakers

Regulators and public health authorities

Representatives from the Ministry of Health and other national health agencies

Hospital CIOs, administrators, and executives

Government officials and senior policymakers

Regulators and public health authorities

Representatives from the Ministry of Health and other national health agencies

Hospital CIOs, administrators, and executives

Physicians, nurses, and clinical leaders

Health information managers and medical records professionals

Clinical coders, CDI specialists, and documentation officers

Healthcare administrators and operations managers

Physicians, nurses, and clinical leaders

Health information managers and medical records professionals

Clinical coders, CDI specialists, and documentation officers

Healthcare administrators and operations managers

IT leaders, digital health officers, and data scientists

Technology providers, system integrators, and global vendors

Startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators in health IT

AI, telehealth, and virtual care solution developers

IT leaders, digital health officers, and data scientists

Technology providers, system integrators, and global vendors

Startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators in health IT

AI, telehealth, and virtual care solution developers

Hamad Al-Jasser Conference HallBuilding 26, King Saud University