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SHIELDING SMILES: CYBERSECURITY BOOTCAMP FOR DENTAL TEAMS
Ms. Anne Genge
Session Date: Friday October 24, 2025
Session Time: 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Presenter Name: Ms. Anne Genge
Outline:
Shielding Smiles: Cybersecurity Bootcamp for Dental Teams is an engaging half-day interactive lecture tailored for dental professionals. This course focuses on essential cybersecurity skills, specifically addressing phishing, hacking, data theft, and human error through an interactive lecture format. Participants will explore real-world case studies and engage with gamified elements to better understand and apply cybersecurity practices effectively. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with practical strategies to safeguard their practices and patient information.
Learning Objectives:
1. Grasp key cybersecurity concepts, understanding their critical role in protecting dental practice operations.
2. Identify and respond to phishing attacks, learning to use tools and strategies to mitigate these threats. Implement security measures against hacking and data theft, including effective password management and data encryption.
3. Minimize risks associated with human error by promoting a culture of security awareness and adherence to best practices.
4. Engage with case studies and gamified learning elements to enhance understanding of cybersecurity challenges and solutions in dental settings.
About The Speaker
Ms. Anne Genge is a recognized leader in dental privacy, cybersecurity, and secure AI implementation, helping dental professionals navigate the complexities of AI adoption, regulatory compliance, and data security. With over two decades of experience and multiple industry-leading certifications—including Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) with the International Association of Privacy Professionals—Anne has established herself as one of North America’s foremost experts in this field.
She has completed training in AI law at Queen’s University and is currently attending Harvard Medical School’s AI Strategies and Implementation in Healthcare program, further deepening her expertise in AI governance and risk management. Anne provides strategic guidance on integrating AI safely, safeguarding patient data, and ensuring compliance with evolving privacy and security regulations.
Through tailored training programs, keynote speaking, and hands-on consultation, Anne has empowered thousands of dental professionals to protect their practices, maintain compliance, and confidently adopt transformative AI technologies. Her mission is to equip dental teams with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world.
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