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Podcasts Hosted by Bill Russell, Sarah Richardson, and Drex DeFord
In-depth interviews with healthcare CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders. Bill Russell explores the decisions, strategies, and innovations shaping healthcare transformation.
Oct 25, 2024·UnHack the Podcast
October 25, 2024: Samantha Jacques (VP of Clinical Engineering at McLaren Health Care ), a key leader in developing the "Managing Legacy Technology Security" (HIC-MaLTS document, shares insights on risk management, governance, and future-proofing medical devices. Can smaller healthcare systems keep up with these challenges, or are these solutions only accessible to larger organizations? And how can we shift from a device-centric approach to a holistic ecosystem view in healthcare security?
October 25, 2024: Erik Decker , VP and CISO at Intermountain Health , discusses how the HSCC’s HICP document can raise cybersecurity standards and ease implementation. With ransomware attacks on the rise, how can organizations effectively implement cybersecurity hygiene across varied environments, from small clinics to large health systems? Decker also discusses the collaboration with federal agencies to create healthcare-specific cybersecurity performance goals. How does this joint effort set t
Oct 23, 2024·Newsday
October 23, 2024: Founder and CTO at Tausight , David Ting , joins Bill for a deep dive into one of healthcare’s most significant vulnerabilities—attack surfaces. With up to 75% of staff holding dangerous admin privileges, health systems may be more exposed than they realize. Ting reveals eye-opening strategies to secure systems by limiting access, but at what cost? Can healthcare strike the right balance between security and efficiency? Tune in to uncover the trade-offs that could make or break
Oct 21, 2024·Newsday
October 21, 2024: Dave Dyell , Managing Partner at Innovative Consulting Group joins Bill for a deep dive into the future of AI in healthcare. Can AI truly transform patient access and revenue cycle management? And what happens when innovation meets regulation? Don’t miss this conversation on the promise—and pitfalls—of AI, data, and the evolving role of human oversight. Key Points: 02:23 Challenges in Application Rationalization 06:04 AI in Healthcare: Identifying Needs 10:14 The Incomplete Dat
Oct 18, 2024·UnHack the Podcast
October 18, 2024: In this special Cybersecurity Awareness Month episode of UnHack (the Podcast), Drex DeFord speaks with Lisa Bisterfeldt from St. Luke’s Health System about her journey from public health to leading cyber resiliency efforts. They highlight the Health Sector Coordinating Council’s Cybersecurity Working Group (CWG) and its free, scalable resources to help healthcare organizations respond to and recover from cyber incidents. Key Points: 01:06 Health Sector Coordinating Counci
Oct 16, 2024·UnHack the News
October 16, 2024: George Pappas , CEO at Intraprise joins Drex for the news. They explore the far-reaching consequences of a cyber incident that led to the separation of a medical group from a health system in San Diego. How do we balance transparency in cybersecurity with the need to protect sensitive information? The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of digital identity guidelines, as George discusses whether healthcare is ready for a unified, frictionless approach to identit
Oct 14, 2024·UnHack the Podcast
October 14, 2024 : In honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Errol Weiss , CSO of Health-ISAC , shares insights into the challenges and importance of information sharing within the cybersecurity landscape. Why do many organizations hesitate despite the clear benefits? Errol and Drex DeFord discuss overcoming barriers like leadership resistance and legal concerns, as well as practical steps for getting started. They highlight free, industry-wide resources created by HISAC that any organization c
Oct 14, 2024·Newsday
October 14, 2024: Jack Crowley , Senior Director / General Manager of Healthcare Private Cloud at Rackspace joins Sarah for the news. As the conversation unfolds, they dive into pressing issues like the growing frequency of ransomware attacks on healthcare institutions and the increasing need for resilient cloud infrastructures. Should hospitals be held accountable for cyber breaches despite adhering to best practices, and how should leaders prepare for the worst-case scenario? Jack emphasizes t
Oct 9, 2024·Newsday
October 9, 2024: Ryan Busing , Strategic Sales Director, Healthcare East at Omnissa , joins Bill for the news. How are health systems like Mass General Brigham revolutionizing patient care by setting up acute care in patients' homes? The conversation explores the role of secure digital platforms in facilitating seamless patient experiences, the impact of new AI tools like Apple's Edge technology, and how these changes might alter the very fabric of healthcare. As home care becomes more common, w
Oct 7, 2024·Newsday
October 7, 2024: Laura O’Toole , CEO and Founder at SureTest joins Bill for the news. The lawsuit against Epic’s alleged monopolistic behavior is also discussed—does its strong client satisfaction reflect a true monopoly, or is it simply good business? They touch on Epic’s recruitment strategy—how does hiring for culture impact the long-term success of tech giants? The episode ends on leadership, with reflections on gender diversity in healthcare and the power of effective hiring processes. Can
Sep 30, 2024·UnHack the News
September 30, 2024: Kate Pierce , Senior vCISO & Executive Director of Subsidy Program, and Tamra Durfee , vCISO, of Fortified Health join Sarah at SOAR for the news. The discussion delves into the cybersecurity talent gap, highlighting the importance of attracting more women into cybersecurity. What role do mentorship programs and internships play in empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals? The conversation also examines the culture of cybersecurity in healthcare,
Sep 23, 2024·UnHack the Podcast
September 23, 2024: Drex DeFord interviews several healthcare cybersecurity leaders to explore how professionals stay ahead of evolving cyber threats amidst a flood of information. Can tapping into community knowledge and aggregating threat intelligence from organizations like HISAC and Gartner truly provide an edge in cybersecurity? What role do internal IT teams play in cybersecurity intelligence, and how can organizations strengthen business continuity and resilience in the face of ransomware
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