The Health Tech Ecosystem Explained: Purpose, Partnerships and Impact with U.S. DOGE and CMS

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm ET / 1:00 pm CT
Location: Virtual

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Course Summary

Join us as Amy Gleason, Acting Administrator of the U.S. DOGE Service and Strategic Advisor to CMS, explores the evolving landscape of healthcare technology, data interoperability, and the critical role of partnerships to drive innovation. Gain first-hand perspectives on national initiatives, practical strategies for modernizing healthcare, and the real-world impact of technology from leaders deeply dedicated to advancing patient care. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from industry experts shaping the future of health information today.

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Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm ET / 1:00 pm CT
Location: Virtual

Learning Objectives

  1. Explore the structure of the U.S. health technology ecosystem, including the roles of key organizations and partnerships driving innovation.
  2. Identify national initiatives and strategies designed to modernize healthcare technology and improve data interoperability.
  3. Analyze the impact of technology on patient care through real-world examples and leadership perspectives.
  4. Reflect on personal and professional experiences shaping leadership approaches to advancing healthcare technology.


This program is approved for (1) continuing education unit(s) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.

To receive this CEU:

  1. Register and attend the live webinar
  2. Within 24 hours, you will receive an email with a post-event survey
  3. Complete the survey correctly and receive an email with your certificate of completion within one week

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Presenter(s)


Amy Gleason

Acting Administrator of the U.S. DOGE Service and Strategic Advisor to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Amy leads national initiatives to modernize healthcare technology and improve data interoperability. Previously, she served as Chief Product Officer at Russell Street Ventures, where she led digital health innovation at Main Street Health and CareBridge. Amy also served with the U.S. Digital Service at the White House, where she created the national COVID-19 database and led major efforts such as the Pandemic Ready Interoperable Modernization Effort (PRIME) and Data at the Point of Care. She began her career in nursing and has spent her career advancing healthcare through technology. Amy brings a deeply personal perspective to her work, shaped by her experience as a caregiver to her daughter, who was diagnosed with a rare disease at age 11.

Elizabeth McElhiney, MHA, CHPS, CPHIMS, CDH-L, CRIS, CC

Director of Government Affairs and Policy, Verisma

Elizabeth collaborates with clients to implement evidence-based best practices and oversees thought leadership initiatives. Elizabeth has worked in health information and release of information for 15+ years, covering all industry areas from customer service to compliance. She also worked on the team to create the AHIMA ROI microcredential. Elizabeth earned an MHA with a specialization in Health Informatics from Capella University, and a BA in Political Science from Illinois Wesleyan University.

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