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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 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·Newsday
September 23, 2024: John Kirkman , VP of Government, Healthcare, and Education at Island joins Drex for the news. They dive into the complexities of cybersecurity in healthcare, particularly the crucial relationship between CISOs and CFOs in mitigating cyber risks. How do budget constraints and evolving technologies challenge security leaders, and can collaboration across departments simplify security while saving costs? What can healthcare organizations learn from recent outages like CrowdStrik
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
Sep 16, 2024·UnHack the News
September 16, 2024: George Pappas , CEO of Intraprise Health , joins Drex for the news. They question how the current reimbursement models for Medicare and Medicaid impact the financial stability of these health systems, especially as they grapple with cybersecurity challenges. As cybersecurity becomes more integral to organizational resilience, how can hospitals better prepare and practice incident response strategies to mitigate damage and ensure continuity of care? Key Points: 02:01 Fin
Sep 9, 2024·Newsday
September 9, 2024: Wes Wright , Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr joins Bill for the news. How has the organic growth of health IT led to inefficiencies in system upgrades? As the conversation shifts to bold experiments in IT, they discuss the role of imagination and courage in leadership—can healthcare systems afford to play it safe, or does innovation require calculated risk? The conversation also touches on the significant stress of roles like CIOs and CISOs. Key Points: 02:52 Why Does Healthc
Sep 4, 2024·Newsday
September 4, 2024: Jacob Hansen , CPO at AvaSure joins Bill for the news. The discussion delves into how healthcare systems leverage AI and virtual care platforms to enhance patient engagement, reduce wait times, and optimize clinician efficiency. How can we balance the integration of AI while maintaining the human touch in patient care? As the healthcare industry embraces new technologies, what role does simplicity play in meeting diverse patient needs across generations? Key Points: 01:4
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