Nathan Case - Navigating the Chaos of Cyber Crisis in Healthcare

Abstract:
In the unpredictable world of healthcare, the ability to respond effectively to emergencies and technology failures is paramount to ensuring patient safety and continuity of care. As hospitals and emergency rooms increasingly rely on technology to deliver critical services, it's essential for all personnel to understand the complex interplay between technology, emergency response, and the potential cascading effects of failures. This immersive workshop is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate emergencies and technology failures in healthcare environments. Through a series of simulated scenarios encompassing various emergency situations and technology breakdowns, participants will explore the intricate challenges of maintaining operational resilience in the face of adversity.
From power outages to cyberattacks, participants will learn how to identify, assess, and respond to emergencies with a focus on mitigating second and third-order consequences. Leveraging real-time data and insights from tools and techniques, participants will gain practical experience in detecting anomalies, coordinating response efforts, and minimizing disruption to patient care.

Key Learning Objectives:
Understand the complex interplay between technology, emergency response, and the potential cascading effects of failures in healthcare environments.
Explore various emergency scenarios and technology failures, including power outages, cyberattacks, and system malfunctions.
Gain practical experience in assessing the impact of emergencies and technology failures on patient care and operational continuity.
Learn how to use the available tools for real-time monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents and technology failures.
Discuss strategies for mitigating second and third-order consequences of emergencies and technology failures, including communication, collaboration, and contingency planning.
Bio:
Nathan Case
CISO, CTO, Incident Responder, Tinkerer, and Dumpster fire guru
Jorge Acevedo Canabal
MDPhysician, Adjunct Professor at University of Puerto Rico with Research in Natural Disaster Recovery, Emerging Healthcare Crises, Cyber Resiliency, and Vulnerable Populations (rare genetic disease, extremes of human life-span)

Isabel Straw,
MDUK Emergency Doctor, Cyber Artificial Intelligence in Health PHD, Fulbright & Thouron Alum (Global Health Scholar)

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