Manila, June 25 -- The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) 6 (Western Visayas) gathered stakeholders for a two-day Healthcare Information Management System (HIMS) conference starting Wednesday, as the region continues to cement its position as the preferred destination for locators of healthcare technology services.

DTI-6 Director Rachel Nufable said the HIMS industry presents high-value job opportunities and could boost local healthcare systems while accelerating regional economic growth.

"We believe that this industry, a big job generator, will bring the region to greater heights, transform our local healthcare system, and revitalize and accelerate economic growth. This gathering represents thousands of potential high-value jobs fo...