Rod Piechowski, Ma, Ms, Cfp
About Rod Piechowski, Ma, Ms, Cfp
Rod Piechowski is the Vice President of Thought Advisory at HIMSS, with a career spanning various roles in health information systems, policy, and technology leadership. He holds advanced degrees in Bioethics and Health Policy, Information Security, and English Literature.
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Rod Piechowski is currently serving as the Vice President of Thought Advisory at HIMSS. He has held this position since 2019 and operates out of Chicago, Illinois.
Professional Experience at HIMSS
Rod Piechowski has been with HIMSS since 2011. Before his current role as Vice President of Thought Advisory, he served as the Senior Director of Health Information Systems from 2011 to 2019. During his tenure, he has contributed to the organization's growth and thought leadership in the healthcare information and technology sector.
Previous Roles in Health Information Technology
Rod Piechowski has held several significant roles in the health information technology field. He was the Vice President of Technology Leadership at the National Alliance for Health Information Technology from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, he served as Senior Associate Director of Policy at the American Hospital Association from 2007 to 2009, impacting policy and technological leadership in the sector.
Education and Expertise
Rod Piechowski has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master of Arts in Bioethics and Health Policy from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He also holds a Master of Science in Information and Communications Technology, specializing in Information Security, from the University of Denver. Moreover, he completed a Bachelor of Science in English Literature from Northern Michigan University. His expertise encompasses bioethics, information security, and literature.
Focus on Digital Security and Strategic Foresight
Rod Piechowski is passionate about strategic foresight and the creation of value-driven strategies. His current professional interests focus on digital security, striving to secure the digital world. He combines visual, verbal, and thoughtful approaches to reveal underlying structures, patterns, and opportunities, enhancing his professional endeavors.