September 27, 2024: In this episode of Today in Health IT, Sarah Richardson and Drex DeFord discuss a recent incident where hackers Zoom-bombed a hospital’s virtual health event and sharw political propaganda using the hospital’s servers. They explore the growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities as healthcare organizations rely more on digital platforms. The conversation highlights the importance of proactive security measures, training, and preparedness to prevent future disruptions.01:08 Hackers Zoom Bomb Hospital Event03:08 Cybersecurity Measures and Best PracticesSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

September 26, 2024: In this episode of Today in Health IT, Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson explore the dynamic relationship between CMIOs and CIOs in healthcare organizations. They discuss the importance of collaboration for driving digital transformation, improving project success rates, and aligning strategies to enhance patient care and workflow efficiency. Sarah shares insights from recent industry discussions on how these roles can integrate effectively, with a focus on governance, communication, and the evolving healthcare landscape.01:19 The Importance of CMIO and CIO Collaboration05:45 Governance and Effective CommunicationSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

September 25, 2024: In this episode of Today in Health IT, Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson discuss Amazon’s new in-person work mandate, requiring employees to be onsite three days a week. They explore the broader trend among tech companies returning to office work and its potential effects on collaboration, productivity, and employee retention. The conversation also touches on how organizations can thoughtfully balance remote work flexibility with in-office collaboration to maintain employee satisfaction and productivity.01:15 Amazon's New Return to Work Policy02:09 Insights on Remote Work and Team ManagementSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Drex dives into the truth behind Zero Trust with insights from the term's original creator, Jim Kindervag. Next, hear about Microsoft’s progress in addressing their cybersecurity failures through their Secure Future Initiative, including the creation of a security governance council and updates to performance reviews. Finally, we explore reports of Mac's new Sequoia OS breaking key security solutions, with a word of caution for early adopters. Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454

September 24, 2024: Sarah Richardson and Drex DeFord discuss how AI PCs could revolutionize healthcare by improving efficiency, alleviating clinician burnout, and enhancing productivity. They explore key considerations like device management, data governance, and security challenges in deploying this technology. Drawing parallels to past innovations like PACS, they offer insights on how CIOs can strategically adopt AI-driven solutions to position their organizations for future success.01:08 AI PCs in Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges06:03 Lessons from the Past and Future OutlookSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

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 CrowdStrike's, and how should they prepare for inevitable security disruptions? Key Points:01:54 CFO and CISO Relationships02:22 Budget Challenges in Healthcare05:13 Vendor Management and Cost Efficiency08:01 CrowdStrike Event and Resiliency11:55 CISA's Cyber Incident Reporting PortalArticlesWhy the CFO-CISO relationship is key to mitigating cyber riskCrowdStrike Has Yet to See Any Customer Lawsuits Over OutageThis Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

Drex covers the latest on 23andMe's leadership shakeup and breach settlement, Craigslist founder Craig Newmark’s $100M donation to strengthen U.S. cybersecurity, and the devastating aftermath of Synovus's breach in the UK, impacting nearly 1 million NHS patients.Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454

September 20, 2024: Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson discuss the challenges rural healthcare systems face, including workforce shortages and limited access to resources. They explore how targeting social determinants of health, using mobile clinics, and leveraging partnerships can improve health outcomes in rural communities.01:07 Challenges in Rural Healthcare03:36 Innovative Solutions and Community ImpactSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

September 19, 2024: Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson discuss the latest CLASS report highlighting clinician dissatisfaction with EHR interoperability. They explore the challenges of accessing external patient data, navigating duplicated information, and strategies for improving integration through governance frameworks and AI-driven solutions.01:06 Discussing the KLASS Report on Interoperability01:30 Challenges and Solutions in EHR IntegrationSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Drex covers critical updates in the cybersecurity landscape. 23andMe faces a $30 million payout to nearly 6.5 million users after a major data breach. Meanwhile, MasterCard makes headlines with its $2.6 billion acquisition of Recorded Future, enhancing its cybersecurity capabilities. Drex also discuss recent misinformation campaigns surrounding U.S. voter registration data, aimed at undermining election confidence.Remember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealthTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/3173454