2026 Healthcare AI Trends Guidehouse & HIMSS SURVEY REPORT 2026-HC-WEB-001-AI-Trends Report-Hero-mobile-428x332 Healthcare leaders are intrigued by the potential of AI to resolve longstanding inefficiencies and improve the patient experience. But are they ready to implement the technology into their existing workflows and operations? While leaders are increasing their investments in AI, they worry their organizations aren’t operationally ready to use the technology in an efficient manner, according to a Guidehouse/HIMSS survey. Our 2026 Healthcare AI Trends offers a glimpse into their thinking about AI and what they’re doing to align people, processes, and data to make it work effectively. Our report includes: Top areas of investment for tech in 2026 AI implementation challenges Key actions to overcome "execution paralysis" Get the report HIMSS 48 cite cybersecurity and data privacy concerns as top barriers to AI adoption. 48% HIMSS 58 plan to implement AI-driven workflow automation or productivity tools within two years. 58% HIMSS 78 of health systems are currently engaged in AI projects. 78% Key findings