From January 9th to January 23rd, MD HIMSS Data Analytics & Exchange committee ran its first ever virtual data visualization contest called Data-‘Story’-thon! The challenge brought together MD HIMSS members from diverse healthcare backgrounds. We received high-quality submissions and appreciated the dedication and time spent on their storytelling documentation.

The judging panel considered storytelling skills, accuracy of data, creativity of the presentation, engagement and relevant organization of graphs, visuals, and information as the primary criterion for judging. With all the outstanding submissions, we were challenged in determining the winners; however the judges shared their industry expertise and defined the winners based on the criteria.

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Data-’Story’-thon:

First Place: Team- Data Whisperers: Colleen Ennett, Jewel Engerman, Je’Neen Wilson, Li He, Mansi Kukeja

Analysis of Link Between Social Vulnerability and COVID-19 Outcomes During Early Pandemic Months in Massachusetts

Runner-up: Participant- Nicholas Rich

Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on the Pediatric Patient Population

Congratulations!

In addition to the participants and judges, we would also like to thank our sponsors who made the contest possible.

Please feel free to share your comments and opinions about the contest for us to improve in the future.

Head over to our Data-‘story’-thon event page to view the winners’ submissions.

Keep an eye out for our social channels as we'll be adding more information about our two-day conference at the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Maryland. Save the Date - May 22-23, 2023!