HIM Instructor Earns National Recognition

East Central College Health Information Management instructor Dr. Nanette B. Sayles has been named a Faculty Fellow by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), a national organization that accredits Health Information Management programs across the country.

The Faculty Fellowship distinction honors educators who have made outstanding contributions to health information education through leadership, teaching excellence, and innovation.

Dr. Sayles has spent decades advancing the Health Information Management (HIM) profession through education, research, and service. At East Central College, she has developed and taught high-quality online courses, helping prepare students for careers that connect healthcare, technology, and data. She has also served in national leadership roles, including as a CAHIIM accreditation surveyor and as a member of committees for the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

“Dr. Sayles’ impact on HIM education is unparalleled,” said Dr. Nancy Mitchell, Dean of Health Sciences at East Central College. “Her work has shaped not only our program at ECC but also national standards for HIM and Health Informatics education. This recognition reflects her dedication to student success, program innovation, and professional leadership.”

In addition to her teaching and service, Dr. Sayles is a published author of several textbooks and scholarly articles that have advanced the HIM profession.

East Central College’s Health Information Management program is accredited by CAHIIM. The program offers flexible online learning options and equips graduates with the skills needed to manage patient information, ensure data accuracy, and support healthcare operations.

Learn more about the program here: HIM Program.