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In Part I of our 2-part series, A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Healthcare Cybersecurity Breaches, we discussed the following: In Part II, we explore mitigation, remediation, legal considerations and potential liabilities, and post-breach recovery.  Mitigation and Remediation After a healthcare organization experiences a cybersecurity breach, immediate steps towards mitigation and remediation are critical to minimize…

Project Overview John Lynch & Associates partnered with a not-for-profit Community Mental Health Hospital serving Northern Arizona to undertake a comprehensive infrastructure refresh, implement a disaster recovery solution, and prepare for an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system implementation. Industry: Healthcare Client Description: The hospital provides a full spectrum of mental health services, ranging from general…

Healthcare faces constant cybersecurity threats, from ransomware attacks disrupting patient data access to phishing scams and insider threats. The sensitivity and high black-market value of healthcare records make the sector a prime target for cybercriminals. This situation highlights the crucial need for comprehensive cybersecurity strategies, including risk assessments, staff training, incident response plans, and adherence…

In the healthcare industry, where the confidentiality and integrity of patient data are paramount, cybersecurity presents an ongoing challenge. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has been instrumental in setting the standard for cybersecurity practices. With the introduction of the Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) in 2014 and its update to version 2.0 in 2024,…

In today’s technology-driven landscape, hospitals and physician practices of all sizes strive to provide a digitally connected care environment for their patients. However, it seems that healthcare information technology (IT) grows more complex by the day and navigating the vast number of options – platforms, programming languages, methodologies, technologies, tools, and more, has become an…

2022 brought us new workplace lingo such as ‘quiet quitting’, ‘quiet firing’, and ‘fast quitting’. However, with a new year here, a new workplace trend that managers and employees should be prepared for is quiet hiring. According to an article by entrepreneur.com, the concept of quiet hiring is the idea that businesses can add new…

With the accelerated use of technology, the need to provide high-quality, personalized care has never been greater in the healthcare industry. From increased investments in cybersecurity and cloud commuting to the emergence of AI (Artificial Intelligence), healthcare CIOs need to stay ahead of the latest trends to keep their organizations on the forefront of digital…

Client’s Challenge Over the years, several clients have requested guidance and assistance to either replace or upgrade their existing electronic health records and financial management applications. While these organizations differ in size and specialty, most seem to struggle with the willingness to adapt to change and be successful in project preparation and implementations.     So many…

In Part I of our 2-part series, we tackled the key factors that drive a successful IT project. If you have not had a chance to check out Part I, you can do so here. In Part II, we discuss how to develop and execute your project plan and the rippling effects of IT project…

  Client’s Challenge Our client requested guidance and assistance to replace their existing electronic health records, financial management applications, and supply chain systems for their two hospitals and ambulatory practices. The first hospital is a licensed general acute care hospital that provides a full spectrum of general, surgical, and specialized care. They primarily focus on…

  Client’s Challenge Our Tribal Health client was seeking guidance and assistance with mobile health and telehealth service offerings. In preparation for their implementation of these services, they secured John Lynch & Associates as their consulting firm to help develop a comprehensive strategic and operational plan with an overarching policy for their program. In addition,…

  Client’s Challenge Our client needed an Interim Chief Information Officer (CIO) to provide leadership and strategic direction while they searched for a permanent CIO. The hospital is in a rural area where finding Information Technology (IT) talent is often challenging. Our customer’s goal was to evaluate the current strengths and weaknesses of the IT…