Bringing the Public Health Informatics and Technology Workforce Together: The PHIAT Conference.

Area of Science:

• Public Health Informatics
• Health Technology
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Background:

• Public health informatics is rapidly evolving.
• Technological advancements are crucial for addressing modern public health issues.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and training are vital for tackling complex health challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To establish a forum for discussing public health informatics and technology.
• To address emerging opportunities and challenges in the field.
• To provide an overview of the inaugural Public Health Informatics and Technology (PHIAT) Conference.

Main Methods:

• The inaugural Public Health Informatics and Technology (PHIAT) Conference was held as a hybrid event.
• The conference brought together academics and public health organizations.
• The paper reviews conference interest, speakers, topics, attendee evaluations, and lessons learned.

Main Results:

• The conference successfully created a platform for dialogue on public health informatics and technology.
• Diverse speakers and topics were presented, covering key areas of interest.
• Attendee evaluations provided valuable feedback for future improvements.

Conclusions:

• The PHIAT Conference established a crucial forum for advancing public health informatics and technology.
• Lessons learned will inform the planning and execution of subsequent conferences.
• Continued interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for leveraging technology in public health.