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Christian Dameff

D0N0H4RM: Cyber STEM Storytime

Saturday, Aug. 10
1530-1630 PDT
Creator Stage 2

Christian Dameff

Abstract & Bio

Abstract:


This panel will provide valuable perspectives and practical knowledge for anyone involved in the healthcare and cybersecurity sectors. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the collaborative efforts needed to protect healthcare technologies and the vital role cybersecurity plays in safeguarding patient health and safety.


Panel Highlights:

  • Innovative Collaborations: Explore how interdisciplinary collaborations between government agencies, regulatory bodies, and private companies are essential for advancing cybersecurity in healthcare.

  • Regulatory Landscape: Gain insights into the current and future regulatory landscape, and how it impacts the development and deployment of secure medical devices.

  • Real-World Applications: Hear firsthand accounts of the challenges and successes in implementing cybersecurity measures within healthcare environments.

  • Ethical Considerations: Discuss the ethical implications of cybersecurity in healthcare, ensuring that patient safety and data integrity remain at the forefront of technological advancements.


Bio:


Dr. Christian Dameff is an Emergency Physician, Clinical Informaticist, and researcher. Published clinical works include post cardiac arrest care including therapeutic hypothermia, novel drug targets for acute myocardial infarction patients, ventricular fibrillation waveform analysis, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) quality and optimization, dispatch assisted CPR, teletoxicology, clinical applications of wearables, and electronic health records.


Dr. Dameff is also a hacker and security researcher interested in the intersection of healthcare, patient safety, and cybersecurity. He has spoken at some of the world’s most prominent hacker forums including DEFCON, RSA, Blackhat, Derbycon, BSides: Las Vegas, and is one of the cofounders of the CyberMed Summit, a novel multidisciplinary conference with emphasis on medical device and infrastructure cybersecurity. Published cybersecurity topics include hacking 911 systems, HL7 messaging vulnerabilities, and malware.

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