Inside a 24-Hour Hospital Lockdown Event in Abu Dhabi

Date: October 28, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (GST)
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The healthcare industry is facing mounting pressure as ransomware attacks grow in frequency and sophistication. In 2024, a Fortune 500 healthcare company paid US $75 million to restore its systems. The consequences were immediate and severe: disrupted care, compromised data and shaken public trust.

In the UAE, a recent cyberattack on a major hospital disrupted clinical operations and exposed sensitive data, underscoring the urgency of preparedness and compliance.

Inside the cyber incident

This session takes you inside the realities of a ransomware crisis. Drawing on real-world incidents, we will walk through together:

  • How a ransomware attack unfolds

  • Critical response milestones in a healthcare setting

  • Common missteps in forensics, recovery and communication

  • Impact on hospital operations and patient safety

  • Legal and regulatory obligations under UAE and international frameworks

Designed for decision-makers

This session is tailored for senior leaders responsible for cybersecurity and risk in the healthcare industry:

  • Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)

  • Risk Managers

  • Senior Cyber Security Officers

  • Insurance Manager

  • Incident Response Heads

Expert- led

The roundtable features:

  • Zainab Khatib – Cyber & Technology Practice Leader – Lockton

  • Fahed Fawal - Privacy & Cyber Risk Advisor - Lockton

  • Shabnam Karim, Partner - Norton Rose Fulbright

  • Kajen Subramoney - Managing Director Data & Technology, Ankura

  • Ahmad Tawil - Head of Financial Lines - GCC and North Africa and Head of Distribution, Financial Lines - EMEA

Secure Your Seat

Attendance is by invitation only and limited to 20 participants to ensure high interactivity and confidentiality.

If you’re a healthcare leader navigating today’s cyber threat landscape, we invite you to register your interest.

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