Dr. Robert Jakob, Head of WHO Classification, WHO/HQ Geneva

The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is the global standard for diagnostic health information. ICD API allows programmatic access to the ICD. It is an HTTP based REST API. 

The ICD is a globally used diagnostic tool for epidemiology, health management and clinical purposes. The ICD is maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations System.

Vicki Bennett, President Elect, IFHIMA (2019-2022); Head of the Metadata and Classifications Unit, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Australia

IFHIMA, the International Federation of Health Information Management Associations, links health information management professionals around the globe.  IFHIMA, 53 years young, and for 40+ years, has been an NGO in official relations with WHO.  IFHIMA support for ICD-11 implementation and advancement of the health information profession will be shared during our session.  IFHIMA strategic priorities include data privacy, developing nations, education and training.   IFHIMA believes high quality, interoperable data is key to improving global health and wellness.

IFHIMA, the International Federation of Health Information Management Associations, a 40+year NGO in official relations with WHO, believes that high quality, interoperable data is key to improving global health and wellness.  IFHIMA, now 53 years young, supports ICD-11 implementation, and the advancement of the health information profession.