The Transformative Role of Health IT in the States

Monday, March 1, 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

In his remarks, Vermont Gov. Jim Douglas, co-chair of the State Alliance, will address HIT and his belief that HIEs are essential tools in states' efforts to control costs and improve health care in the United States. Governor Douglas will talk about the need for states to work with the Federal Government to help speed the transition for increased use of HIT and what the other states can learn from Vermont's unique challenges.


Speaker Information:
The Honorable Jim Douglas
Governor of Vermont

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