Cybersecurity and Healthcare

Abstract

Healthcare cybersecurity incidents have become too common. In this episode, IEEE’s Maria Palombini breaks down why the explosion of connected medical technologies has intensified vulnerability — and how taking a security first approach can strengthen digital health without hindering innovation.

Maria explains how IEEE’s collaborative, consensus driven standards give developers clear guidance to integrate cybersecurity from the start. This proactive model streamlines regulatory pathways, minimizes costly redesigns, and ultimately fuels faster, safer innovation — just as foundational technical standards have paved the way for Wi-Fi, telehealth, and remote monitoring.

Looking ahead to 2030, Maria envisions a connected care ecosystem where security, interoperability, and patient trust is earned through design — not as an afterthought.

For anyone working in medical devices, cybersecurity, or compliance, this discussion offers timely guidance on advancing resilient, responsible digital health solutions.

THMT's ConV2X Team extends sincere thanks to both speakers and their organizations for their support of ConV2X and for contributing their expertise to advance safer, smarter healthcare innovation.