{"id":19261,"date":"2024-08-27T11:38:29","date_gmt":"2024-08-27T15:38:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/?page_id=19261"},"modified":"2025-07-02T14:07:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T18:07:28","slug":"safeguard-the-practice-cybersecurity-and-prevention","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/ce-courses\/mda-online-ce\/safeguard-the-practice-cybersecurity-and-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"Safeguard The Practice: Cybersecurity and Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row showfor=&#8221;not_logged_in&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Recorded Seminar<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Safeguard Your Practice: Cybersecurity Insurance and Top Preventive Tips for Dentists<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Speakers:<\/strong> Melanie Adler; Aaron Smith<br \/>\n<strong>Fee:<\/strong> $50\/MDA DDS and Staff; $75\/Nonmember DDS<br \/>\n<strong>CE Credits:<\/strong> 1<br \/>\n<strong>AGD Code: <\/strong>565<br \/>\n<a class=\"btn-grn2\" href=\"https:\/\/ebusiness.ada.org\/meetings\/MeetingPo3.aspx?ID=47946&amp;PO3ORGAPICODE=MI000D5A765D7A6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Register Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18843 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/adler-smith.png\" alt=\"Melanie Adler and Aaron Smith\" width=\"155\" height=\"308\" data-id=\"18843\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/adler-smith.png 155w, https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/adler-smith-151x300.png 151w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 155px) 100vw, 155px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 155px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 155\/308;\" \/>Course #1 Description:<\/strong> In today&#8217;s digital age, dental practices hold a treasure trove of sensitive patient data. A cyberattack can not only disrupt your operations but also lead to hefty fines and reputational damage.<\/p>\n<p>Learning objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the benefits of cyber security insurance: Learn how this insurance protects your practice from financial losses due to data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cyber threats.<\/li>\n<li>Discover top preventive tips: Gain invaluable insights from cybersecurity experts on how to fortify your practice&#8217;s defenses.<\/li>\n<li>Implement these strategies to minimize the risk of attacks and potentially lower your cyber insurance premiums.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce your cyber risk, reduce your costs: Explore the connection between proactive cybersecurity measures and potentially lower cyber insurance premiums. By demonstrating a commitment to data security, you may qualify for better rates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Course #2 Description:<\/strong> This informative session is ideal for dentists who want to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Protect their patients&#8217; sensitive information.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the smooth operation of their practice.<\/li>\n<li>Minimize financial risk associated with cyberattacks.<\/li>\n<li>Potentially save money on cyber security insurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 100px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 100\/79;margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px; float: right; width: 96px; height: 75px;\" title=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/CDBP-Logo_100.png\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>This course counts toward the Certified Dental Business Professional program.<\/strong> Earn 1 credit in the Risk Management category. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/ce-courses\/certified-dental-business-professional\/\">Click here<\/a> for more information on the MDA Certified Dental Business Professional program. Look for this logo for other CDBP-qualifying courses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Speakers \u2026<\/strong> Melanie Adler is an account executive\/cyber liability coordinator with MDA Insurance. She assists MDA members with all facets of their insurance needs and has been with MDA Insurance since 2011.<\/p>\n<p>Aaron Smith is senior consultant and vice president of operations for MDA-endorsed Complete Dental IT. He works with clients of all sizes to ensure that their IT infrastructure and landscape are designed to meet their current and future needs. Smith has over 14 years of experience and holds multiple certifications in telecom engineering and phone system engineering. In addition, he received his Lean Six Sigma Certification from the University of Michigan and was named a Top 30 in their 30s by <em>DBusiness<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Financial support provided by by Choicetel, MDA Insurance, and MDA Services.&lt;\/em.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row showfor=&#8221;discarded_user_roles&#8221; discarded_user_roles=&#8221;safeguard_the_practice_cybersecurity__prevention&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Recorded Seminar<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Safeguard Your Practice: Cybersecurity Insurance and Top Preventive Tips for Dentists<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Speakers:<\/strong> Melanie Adler; Aaron Smith<br \/>\n<strong>Fee:<\/strong> $50\/MDA DDS and Staff; $75\/Nonmember DDS<br \/>\n<strong>CE Credits:<\/strong> 1<br \/>\n<strong>AGD Code: <\/strong>565<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><a class=\"btn-grn2\" href=\"https:\/\/ebusiness.ada.org\/meetings\/MeetingPo3.aspx?ID=47946&amp;PO3ORGAPICODE=MI000D5A765D7A6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Register Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18843 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/adler-smith.png\" alt=\"Melanie Adler and Aaron Smith\" width=\"155\" height=\"308\" data-id=\"18843\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/adler-smith.png 155w, https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/adler-smith-151x300.png 151w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 155px) 100vw, 155px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 155px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 155\/308;\" \/>Course #1 Description:<\/strong> In today&#8217;s digital age, dental practices hold a treasure trove of sensitive patient data. A cyberattack can not only disrupt your operations but also lead to hefty fines and reputational damage.<\/p>\n<p>Learning objectives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the benefits of cyber security insurance: Learn how this insurance protects your practice from financial losses due to data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cyber threats.<\/li>\n<li>Discover top preventive tips: Gain invaluable insights from cybersecurity experts on how to fortify your practice&#8217;s defenses.<\/li>\n<li>Implement these strategies to minimize the risk of attacks and potentially lower your cyber insurance premiums.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce your cyber risk, reduce your costs: Explore the connection between proactive cybersecurity measures and potentially lower cyber insurance premiums. By demonstrating a commitment to data security, you may qualify for better rates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Course #2 Description:<\/strong> This informative session is ideal for dentists who want to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Protect their patients&#8217; sensitive information.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the smooth operation of their practice.<\/li>\n<li>Minimize financial risk associated with cyberattacks.<\/li>\n<li>Potentially save money on cyber security insurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 100px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 100\/79;margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px; float: right; width: 96px; height: 75px;\" title=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/CDBP-Logo_100.png\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/>This course counts toward the Certified Dental Business Professional program.<\/strong> Earn 1 credit in the Risk Management category. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigandental.org\/ce-courses\/certified-dental-business-professional\/\">Click here<\/a> for more information on the MDA Certified Dental Business Professional program. Look for this logo for other CDBP-qualifying courses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Speakers \u2026<\/strong> Melanie Adler is an account executive\/cyber liability coordinator with MDA Insurance. She assists MDA members with all facets of their insurance needs and has been with MDA Insurance since 2011.<\/p>\n<p>Aaron Smith is senior consultant and vice president of operations for MDA-endorsed Complete Dental IT. He works with clients of all sizes to ensure that their IT infrastructure and landscape are designed to meet their current and future needs. Smith has over 14 years of experience and holds multiple certifications in telecom engineering and phone system engineering. In addition, he received his Lean Six Sigma Certification from the University of Michigan and was named a Top 30 in their 30s by <em>DBusiness<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Financial support provided by by Choicetel, MDA Insurance, and MDA Services.&lt;\/em.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row showfor=&#8221;selected_user_roles&#8221; selected_user_roles=&#8221;safeguard_the_practice_cybersecurity__prevention&#8221;][vc_column][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/vimeo.com\/1001579596?share=copy&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"\/CE-Courses\/MDA-Online-CE\/safeguard-the-practice-cybersecurity-and-prevention\/Quiz\">Take the Quiz<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row showfor=&#8221;not_logged_in&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Recorded Seminar Safeguard Your Practice: Cybersecurity Insurance and Top Preventive Tips for Dentists Speakers: Melanie Adler; Aaron Smith Fee: $50\/MDA DDS and Staff; $75\/Nonmember DDS CE Credits: 1 AGD Code: 565 Register Now Course #1 Description: In today&#8217;s digital age, dental practices hold a treasure trove of sensitive patient data. 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