Cybersecurity in Health Systems: Digital Threats, Real World Consequences Recorded Presentation

Cybersecurity is a top priority in today’s world where large quantities of sensitive information are stored electronically, and bad actors may attempt to exploit it for personal gain. As technological tools (including artificial intelligence) continue to advance, health systems must continue to adapt their cybersecurity techniques to protect patient data. This presentation will explore common types of cyberattacks, current and emerging strategies that health organizations can use to prevent them, and relevant case studies that highlight real-world challenges and responses.

 

If you attended Cybersecurity in Health Systems: Digital Threats, Real World Consequences on 5/14/2026, you will not be able to claim credit again for this course. However, you are welcome to still watch the content.

Target Audience

This course is intended for Advocate Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to

  • Identify common methods for cyberattacks
  • Summarize the means health organizations can use to mitigate cyber risks
  • List cybersecurity best practices for healthcare teammates
  • Distinguish the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity
 
Additional information
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
  • 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
  • 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) Pharmacy Technician
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
Course opens: 
05/28/2026
Course expires: 
05/28/2027
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0

Faculty

  • Mitchell Sorenson, PharmD, PGY2 Pharmacy Informatics Resident- Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc

Disclosure

The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose.

 

 

 

Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Credit Statement(s)

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) 
Advocate Health designates this enduring activity for a maximum 1.00 hours of CPE credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. CPE credit can be claimed on the AAH CE platform within 60 days of activity completion and information will be provided to CPE Monitor. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Pharmacy UAN: JA0006327-0000-26-096-H01-P
Pharmacy Technician UAN: JA0006327-0000-26-096-H01-T

 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
  • 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
  • 1.00 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE) Pharmacy Technician
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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Participation Options


This course is available to Advocate Health providers (employed and independent) and team members only.

If you attended Cybersecurity in Health Systems: Digital Threats, Real World Consequences on 5/14/2026, you will not be able to claim credit again for this course. However, you are welcome to still watch the content.


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