Clinical Scorecard: Staying Sharp

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• Increased visibility on social media raises vulnerability to cyber threats.
• Account takeovers and fake profiles can damage credibility and expose customer data.
• Phishing messages can lead to identity theft and data breaches.
• Oversharing operational details can facilitate social engineering scams.
• Disgruntled staff can pose significant cybersecurity risks.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

• Identify potential cyber threats and bad actors online.

Management

• Implement two-factor authentication on all social media accounts.
• Educate staff on cybersecurity best practices and secure password usage.

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Regularly search for impersonating accounts and report them.
• Monitor for suspicious messages and verify their authenticity.

Risks

• Loss of access to accounts, revenue loss, and tarnished public perception.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients of eyecare businesses who engage through social media.

Encourage patients to recognize official communication channels and report suspicious activity.

Clinical Best Practices

• Create clear guidelines for social media communication.
• Secure business names on all major social media platforms.
• Develop a quick action plan for potential social media breaches.

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