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Surgeons Need to Engage in Battle against Cyberattacks

Surgeons Need to Engage in Battle against Cyberattacks

Cyberattacks on healthcare systems pose a significant and increasing risk to patient safety, disrupting care, compromising sensitive data, and causing financial losses. These attacks often involve ransomware, with attackers seeking monetary gain. Leaders in healthcare systems, including surgeons, have a responsibility to foster a culture of cybersecurity in their organizations and should remain vigilant in safeguarding patient data. This includes adopting best practices such as recognizing phishing attempts and using secure networks. Training and collaboration with IT teams can also improve defenses against cyber threats.

Source: www.facs.org –

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