2019 Medical Device Security 101 Conference

Security in the healthcare industry is in a higher risk state than almost any other industry. Medical Devices and associated systems are especially vulnerable. Recent attacks on healthcare and multiple new vulnerabilities discovered highlight the need to make meaningful improvements. This year's theme is "Take Action," creating actionable ideas relevant to attendees to bring back to their organizations. The 2019 Medical Device Security 101 Conference, hosted by the University of Michigan's Archimedes Center for Medical Device Security, is a two-day educational workshop for healthcare providers, medical device manufacturers and industry regulators to learn and speak frankly about medical device security threats and solutions. The 2019 Medical Device Security 101 Conference will take place January 21-22, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. Space is limited. Sign up for our newsletter to receive conference updates.
WHY ATTEND? [Identical boilerplate to 2018: "Our events do not focus on the latest industry buzz..." + same 9-item attendee-types list.]
MEET THE CO-CHAIRS: Learn from the industry's leading experts. As our conference co-chairs, Mayo Clinic's Debra Bruemmer and BioMerieux's Chris Bitza bring years of experience focused on worldclass security to the 3rd Annual Medical Device Security Conference in 2019. (Full co-chair bios in speaker_bios.)
Twitter: Follow @ARC_MedSec for conference announcements! #medsec101takeaction

(Intro: "Archimedes is a not for profit organization housed at the University of Michigan... we thank our 2019 Sponsor organizations!")
Alpine Security — "Alpine Security ('Alpine') is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing full-spectrum cybersecurity services and training. Alpine's goals are to help organizations reduce cybersecurity risk and empower cybersecurity professionals with the skills necessary to effectively assist their organizations. Alpine's cybersecurity services include penetration testing, incident response, risk assessments, virtual CISO, and auditing... Alpine's medical device penetration division aims to improve patient safety, while reducing medical device manufacturer and healthcare provider risk. Alpine's cybersecurity training focuses on cybersecurity certifications, such as Certified CISO, CISSP, CEH, Security+, and Advanced Penetration Testing. Alpine Security is headquartered in St. Louis" — https://www.alpinesecurity.com
CloudPost — "The purpose-built CloudPost enterprise IoT platform provides instant, granular device visibility and intelligence which enables IT to automatically identify, classify, regulate, and secure network-connected devices through a simple and intuitive interface. Device profiles, active risk assessment, and exhaustive flow analytics give complete visibility of the enterprise environment. And CloudPost uniquely utilizes behavioral analytics so anomalous behavior is quickly identified, effectively eliminating vulnerabilities." — https://www.cloudpostnetworks.com/
Nova Leah — "Nova Leah's, SelectEvidence® is an expert in cybersecurity risk management platform for connected medical devices. SelectEvidence® provides decision support capabilities, continuous vulnerability monitoring and reporting features for through-life product support." — https://novaleah.com/
Promenade — "Promenade Software, Inc. provides a full suite of software engineering services for medical devices and instruments. From firmware, device applications, cybersecurity, mobile apps and cloud, we have the expertise to efficiently help take our clients to market with exceptional quality..." — https://promenadesoftware.com/
PwC — "With offices in 158 countries and more than 236,000 people, PwC is among the world's leading professional services networks..." — https://www.pwc.com/ (also Gala Dinner sponsor per schedule)
Synopsys — "Synopsys helps development teams build secure, high-quality software, minimizing risks while maximizing speed and productivity..." — https://www.synopsys.com/software
Virta Labs — "Virta Labs builds security tools for a world full of medical devices. Their BlueFlow software helps HDOs sustainably assess and manage cybersecurity risks of medical devices without disrupting clinical workflow. Founded in 2014, Virta Labs is dedicated to helping healthcare IT focus on the risks that matter." — https://virtalabs.com/

RELAX AT DISNEY'S WORLD-CLASS LUXURY RESORT: The Medical Device Security 101 Conference will be held at Disney's BoardWalk Inn Resort where you and your family can relax, swim and enjoy everything magical. Disney's BoardWalk Inn Resort is a quarter-mile stretch of amazing dining, unique shops and fun nightlife. Visitors can stroll along the water's edge, play afternoon midway games and discover evening street performers. Disney's Boardwalk Inn Resort is a short stroll to Epcot and a breezy boat ride to Disney's Hollywood Studios. It may be January, but you won't feel the cold as you lounge in one of the resort's pools and whirlpool spa! While you're relaxing in the sun, the kids will have a blast in the carnival-themed pool that is home to a 200-foot-long waterslide! And if water isn't your thing, enjoy two Disney themed 18 hole miniature golf courses for some friendly family competition! Come for work and stay to play. This is one work trip the whole family will enjoy.
RESORT LOCATION: Disney's BoardWalk Inn, 2101 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747 (Google Maps embed on page).
MAKE IT A VACATION: The discounted room rate is available to attendees January 17-19 and January 22-24, subject to availability. Book early: https://book.passkey.com/event/49590413/owner/70576/home. [Same My Disney Experience / Online Check-In and Disney's Magical Express boilerplate as 2017/2018.]