Jerry Sto. Tomas walks us through his upbringing and education and how he transitioned from the poultry business to the field of information security. He credits his father for teaching him about leadership and his mother for instilling in him the value of hard work and discipline. Discover how he parlayed his business skills into IT and then cybersecurity.

Jerry sheds light on the key cybersecurity risks faced by the healthcare industry. From ransomware to phishing attacks, he shares the key threats that HealthEdge and similar companies face. Learn how he stays up-to-date on the latest threats by leveraging research materials and real-time breach reports, and discover his insights on other types of threats, including web app attacks, corporate espionage, and supply chain attacks.

Finally, Jerry explores the implications of generative AI in healthcare organizations, and the policies in place to protect against its misuse. He advocates for a 'no surprises' culture in cybersecurity and stresses the importance of proactively assessing and mitigating risks associated with emerging technologies. Hear his thoughts on the role of patients in safeguarding their data.

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Host David E. Williams is president of healthcare strategy consulting firm Health Business Group.

Episodes through March 2025 were produced by Dafna Williams.

Interview with HealthEdge CISO Jerry Sto. Tomas