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Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum

Healthcare organizations face growing cyber threats each year. Cyberattacks are now a matter of “when,” not “if,” with severe consequences including compromised patient data, disrupted care, ransomware demands, and diminished public trust. In this environment, cybersecurity leaders must build resilience across the organization, not just at the perimeter. This forum brings together security executives, IT leaders, risk managers, and healthcare innovators to address the industry’s most urgent threats. Topics include ransomware, supply chain vulnerabilities, insider threats, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on real-world challenges for CISOs. Attendees will review advanced defense frameworks, share incident response plans, and learn to balance security requirements with operational needs. Discover how leading organizations use AI-driven threat detection, zero-trust architecture, and cross-functional collaboration to stay ahead of threats. Join discussions on board-level communication, budget justification, and fostering a security-first culture across all teams.

Who Should Attend?

Chief Information Security Officers (CISO) / Chief Security Officers (CSO)

Chief Information Officers (CIO) / Chief Technology Officers (CTO) / Chief Technology Innovation Officers (CTIO)

Chief Compliance Officers / Chief Risk Officers

Chief Privacy Officers (CPO)

Chief Digital Officers

IT Directors and Managers

Information Security Analysts and Engineers

Network Security Administrators

Security Operations Center (SOC) Managers and Analysts

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialists

Cloud Security Architects

Application Security Engineers

Penetration Testers and Ethical Hackers

IT Audit and Governance Professionals

Compliance, Legal, & Risk Management Professionals

Monday, April 5  |  8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Potential Topics

  • Protecting Mission-Critical Infrastructure
  • Emerging AI Risks
  • The Evolving Threat Landscape
  • Risk Management in a Complex Ecosystem
  • Resilience & Recovery
  • Workforce & Resource Challenges
  • Collective Defense & Intelligence Sharing
  • Making AI decisions interpretable for clinicians and patients
  • Medical Device Security
  • Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)
  • Digital Identity Authentication
  • HIPAA/HITECH Compliance
  • Security Frameworks and Best Practices
  • Real-world Use Cases

HIMSS27 Pass Inclusions

Conference Plus Pass

  • Exhibit Hall Access ✅
  • General Sessions ✅
  • Keynote Sessions ✅
  • Light Refreshments ✅
  • Preconference Forums ✅
  • Opening Reception ✅
  • Executive Summit ❌
  • Exclusive VIP Event ❌

Executive Plus Pass

  • Exhibit Hall Access ✅
  • General Sessions ✅
  • Keynote Sessions ✅
  • Light Refreshments ✅
  • Preconference Forums ❌
  • Opening Recpetion ✅
  • Executive Summit ✅
  • Exclusive VIP Event ✅

Conference Pass

  • Exhibit Hall Access ✅
  • General Sessions ✅
  • Keynote Sessions ✅
  • Light Refreshments ✅
  • Preconference Forums ❌
  • Opening Reception ✅
  • Executive Summit ❌
  • Exclusive VIP Event ❌

Exhibit Hall Only Pass

  • Exhibit Hall Access ✅
  • General Sessions ❌
  • Keynote Sessions ✅
  • Light Refreshments ✅
  • Preconference Forums ❌
  • Opening Reception ✅
  • Executive Summit ❌
  • Exclusive VIP Event ❌

Preconference Only Pass

  • Exhibit Hall Access ❌
  • General Sessions ❌
  • Keynote Sessions ❌
  • Light Refreshments ❌
  • Preconference Forums ✅
  • Opening Reception ✅
  • Executive Summit ❌
  • Exclusive VIP Event ❌

Example Hot Lunch Buffet Menu

    • BUCKTOWN CAESAR SALAD: Romaine Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Vegetarian Caesar Dressing
    • WEST LOOP QUINOA SALAD: Quinoa, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Dried Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts, Lemon-Tahini Dressing
    • CHICKEN BREAST VESUVIO: Vesuvio Potatoes, Peas, Vesuvio Sauce
    • SOUTH LOOP GRILLED SALMON: Chimichurri Sauce, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Asparagus
    • PILSEN ROASTED ROOT POTATOES & VEGETABLES: Baby Potatoes, Carrots, Parsnips, Beets, Rosemary, Thyme
    • ELI’S CHEESECAKE BITES
    • FARMERS MARKET MINI FRUIT TARTS

    * Example menu only, subject to change