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March 21, 2024

Episode #72. Proactive Cybersecurity: Safeguarding Against Threats, with Bob Schlotfelt, Executive Director and CISO at Valleywise Health

Episode #72. Proactive Cybersecurity: Safeguarding Against Threats, with Bob Schlotfelt, Executive Director and CISO at Valleywise Health

Cybersecurity in hospitals is crucial for ensuring patient safety and quality care.

In this episode, Bob Schlotfelt shares insights on cybersecurity in hospitals. Bob emphasizes the importance of patient safety and quality care, emphasizing the challenges of keeping devices updated and addressing the growing threat of AI. His experiences in various industries, including financial services, inform his approach to cybersecurity. 

Tune in and understand the importance of cybersecurity in hospitals, and learn how leaders like Bob navigate challenges to ensure patient safety and data protection! 

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About Bob Schlotfelt:

Bob Schlotfelt is currently the Executive Director and CISO at Valleywise Health, aiming to offer every patient the same exceptional quality of care. Bob is a seasoned IT Security Professional with over 20 years of experience. Holding designations such as CISSP, PMP, and ITIL, he has served in various key roles, including CISO, Sr. Director Cybersecurity, and Information Security Officer. Bob specializes in developing strategic directions for security postures and optimizing Service Support and Delivery Programs using ITIL best practices. Known for fostering unified working relationships between business and computing environments, Bob is dedicated to driving excellence in IT security and service management. His passions include cooking, woodworking, and Scotch.

Things You’ll Learn:

  • Keeping devices updated and patching vulnerabilities is a significant challenge in healthcare IT.
  • Accurate data must back AI in healthcare to avoid potential patient care and records issues.
  • Successful transition to remote work requires proper technology implementation and employee training.
  • Personal passions and hobbies can provide balance and enrichment outside of work.
  • Taking calculated risks in cybersecurity can be necessary to protect organizations from threats.

Resources:

  • Connect with and follow Bob on LinkedIn.
  • Learn more about Valleywise Health on LinkedIn and their website.
  • Buy Men at Work: The Craft of Baseball by George Will here.
  • Browse Nathan Myhrvold’s books here.