Hospital & Healthcare Management November 11, 2024
In the wake of high-profile cyberattacks on healthcare organizations, it has become abundantly clear that no hospital or clinic is immune to cybersecurity threats. While many healthcare systems have bolstered defenses around electronic health records (EHRs) and payment systems, implanted medical devices still present a significant and often overlooked cybersecurity risk.
Medical devices, such as pacemakers, insulin pumps, cochlear implants, neurostimulators and more have improved patient health outcomes worldwide. However, their reliance on software and connectivity opens them up to unique cybersecurity risks. For hospital executives and clinic managers, understanding these vulnerabilities and adopting security best practices is critical to safeguarding patient safety, data and medical operations.
Implanted Medical Device Cybersecurity Risks
Cyberattacks on implanted devices can have grave repercussions,...