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Hospitals Are Vulnerable to Cyberattacks—But Surgeons Can Help

April 15, 2025

Cyberattacks on healthcare organizations, including hospital systems, clinics, blood banks, and health insurers, are part of an alarmingly rising trend that has contributed to the vulnerability of healthcare networks and operations and caused substantial financial losses. Hear what experts in healthcare cybersecurity have to say about how surgeons can champion best practices when it comes to battling cyberattacks, then read more in this April Bulletin cover article and in “A Look at The Joint Commission” report.

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