Name
12. Third-Party Cyberattack Readiness: Prevention and Planning Best Practices
Date & Time
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 10:35 AM - 11:15 AM
Speakers
Sue Macut, Chief Information Technology and Security Officer, Roseland Community Hospital
Shefali Mookencherry, MPH, Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer, University of Illinois Chicago
Aaron Waldie, BA, CHFP, Director, Revenue Cycle, Margaret Mary Health
Shefali Mookencherry, MPH, Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer, University of Illinois Chicago
Aaron Waldie, BA, CHFP, Director, Revenue Cycle, Margaret Mary Health



Description
Third-party vendors play a crucial role in healthcare, but they also introduce significant cybersecurity risks. This session explores strategies to assess vendor security, implement strong risk management protocols, and build cybersecurity requirements into contracts. Experts will also discuss how to respond to and recover from cyberattacks, covering communication strategies and maintaining operational continuity. Attendees will walk away with practical insights to strengthen vendor security, manage threats, and ensure their organizations are prepared for potential breaches.
Session Type
Panel