The MHA Keystone Center Patient Safety Organization (PSO) hosted a safe table focused on Adapting Clinical Risk Management for Cybersecurity June 4 at the MHA Headquarters in Okemos. In partnership with MHA Endorsed Business Partner CyberForce|Q, the session provided practical insights into building and strengthening a cybersecurity program through effective risk management and strategic planning. Attendees explored how to identify and address cybersecurity risks, recognize gaps in current systems and incorporate cybersecurity into organizational budgets and strategic planning.
Safe tables are valuable opportunities for hospital team members to come together, share ideas with peers, engage in safety discussions and obtain advice to improve or eliminate harm. These events are unique in offering a legally protected confidential environment for discussing sensitive topics.
In addition, registration is still available for the virtual safe table Regulatory Inspections: A Strategic Approach scheduled 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 17. In partnership with the Alliance for Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, this session will guide participants in preparing for regulatory authority visits. Attendees will explore best practices for protecting and disclosing Patient Safety Work Product. The discussion will also focus on how participants can implement CMS Patient Safety Structural Measures and participate in PSOs using Patient Safety Act protections.
Members with questions may reach out to the MHA Keystone Center.