Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Matt Morton, Executive Director and Chief Information Security Officer, University of Chicago
Aug 1, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Matt Morton, Executive Director and Chief Information Security Officer at the University of Chicago, tackles the pressing challenges of securing AI tools like Phoenix AI for clinical research. He highlights the importance of data privacy in healthcare and shares insights on overcoming cybersecurity staffing shortages. Matt emphasizes the need for adaptability in leadership amidst rapid tech changes and reveals how innovative solutions can enhance healthcare practices while maintaining strict HIPAA standards.
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Phoenix AI Security Initiative
- Matt Morton's team worked on securing an AI chatbot named Phoenix AI for clinical research use.
- They are certifying it to HIPAA standards to improve healthcare outcomes at the University of Chicago.
Cybersecurity Gaps and Staffing Shortages
- Cybersecurity faces a gap challenge: attackers only need one gap to succeed.
- Staffing shortages and AI-powered attackers worsen the vulnerability landscape in healthcare.
Protecting Data While Training AI
- New encryption and federated learning methods can protect sensitive healthcare data while enabling AI model training.
- These innovations allow AI to assist clinicians without compromising patient privacy.