NAHIMS SW Blog

Blog & Articles

Opinions, stories, and insights from NAHIMS SW members

Opinion

Why HIM is the Backbone of Modern Healthcare

Health information management is not just about paperwork — it is the invisible infrastructure that keeps healthcare systems running. Without accurate records, even the best doctors are flying blind.

Informatics

DHIS2 in Your Hands: What Every Nigerian HIM Student Must Know

Over 12,000 Nigerian health facilities now use DHIS2 for reporting. As HIM graduates, your ability to use this platform is no longer optional — it is a job requirement.

Career

5 Career Paths You Did Not Know Existed in HIM

From clinical informatics to health data analytics and insurance coding — the HIM profession offers far more than hospital record rooms.

Experience

My SIWES Experience at University College Hospital Ibadan

A personal account of student industrial work experience at UCH Ibadan — challenges, lessons, and career insights for every HIM student entering their IT year.

Technology

AI and the Future of Health Records in Nigeria

Artificial intelligence is beginning to transform health documentation, coding, and clinical decision support in Nigerian hospital settings. What should HIM students prepare for?

Awareness

World Health Day 2026 — Why HIM Students Must Lead

WHO's 2026 "Stand with Science" theme is a direct call to HIM professionals. Health data and accurate records are the scientific foundation of every health policy decision.

Academics

How to Ace Your HIM Exams: Study Strategies That Work

Practical, evidence-based study techniques specifically tailored for health information management students facing AHIMA competency standards and local professional exams.

Community

The NEW DAWN Administration: Our Vision for NAHIMS SW

What does the 2026/2027 NEW DAWN Administration stand for? Unity, academic excellence, digital transformation, and a stronger Southwest Zone that every HIM student can be proud of.