"Cybersecurity Without the Drama: Myth Busting for OMS Practices"
Date:
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Time:
2 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. CT / 12 p.m. MT / 11 a.m. PT
CE Hours:
1
AGD Subject Code:
561 – Information Technology/Computers (Practice Mgmt)
Description
Most orthodontic practices think they’re protected because they have an IT company, backups, are “in the Cloud”, use antivirus software, and maybe even have cyber insurance. Unfortunately, those assumptions, and the habit of handing off responsibility, are exactly what cybercriminals count on.
In this fast-paced, myth-busting webinar designed specifically for oral surgery practices, we’ll separate cybersecurity fact from fiction and without the jargon, fear tactics, or boring compliance lectures. We’ll break down the most common myths practices believe about ransomware, email attacks, backups, cloud systems, and IT providers, and explain how modern cyberattacks actually happen in healthcare today.
Most importantly, this session reframes cybersecurity as a business and doctor responsibility, not something that can be fully outsourced or delegated. You’ll learn why practice administrators must understand their own cyber risk, how “we thought IT handled that” becomes a problem during incidents, and what it means to own cyber risk without needing to become technical experts.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the most common cybersecurity myths OMS practices believe, and understand how these assumptions increase real-world risk.
- Explain the difference between IT responsibility and cyber risk ownership, including why practices, not IT vendors or Cloud-based practice management systems, are ultimately accountable for patient data, downtime, and financial impact.
- Understand how modern cyberattacks actually affect oral surgery practices, from ransomware and email compromise to third-party and credential-based breaches.
- Recognize why delegating cybersecurity entirely to an IT provider creates blind spots, especially during incidents when accountability, decision-making, and response speed matter most.
- Define what responsible cyber risk ownership looks like for practice administrators, including the role of specialized cybersecurity expertise, executive awareness, and ongoing oversight, without turning practice owners into IT professionals.
Speaker Bios
Gary Salman is CEO and Co-Founder of Black Talon Security, a cybersecurity firm focused on healthcare. He brings over 30 years of experience in healthcare technology, including early work in cloud-based practice management systems.
Under his leadership, Black Talon secures tens of thousands of devices across organizations ranging from independent practices to large multi-site groups. The company is also a trusted partner in cyberattack response, working with law firms and insurance carriers to guide breach recovery.
Gary is a frequent national speaker and educator, known for translating cybersecurity risks into practical strategies. He has trained thousands of healthcare professionals and contributed to numerous industry publications, establishing himself as a recognized authority in healthcare cybersecurity.
Jill Dunnam is the Director of Operations at Allied OMS, where she works closely with practices across the country to support operational performance, consistency, and long-term growth. Since the organization’s founding in 2020, she has played a key role in building the systems and processes that support Allied’s expanding network of 58 locations across 14 states.
Jill brings over 18 years of experience from Fort Worth Oral Surgery, where she served as Practice Administrator for most of her tenure. As one of the founding practices of Allied OMS, her background provides a practical perspective on the challenges and opportunities practices face.
She is a Past President of the Society of OMS Administrators (SOMSA) and has been actively involved in advancing education within the specialty, including helping launch SOMSA’s Education Committee and Professional Development Box. She also served on OMSNIC’s ADA CERP committee, supporting continuing education initiatives.
Jill enjoys working alongside practices and partners to implement practical, scalable solutions—and is especially passionate about building systems that support growth and empower teams to succeed.
Presenter Contact
Gary Salman
CEO & Co-Founder
Black Talon Security
gary@blacktalonsecurity.com
914-523-8482
Jill Dunnam
Director of Operations
Allied OMS
PACE Declaration
Gary Salman has declared a conflict of interest as a shareholder of Black Talon Security and will not be using any altered images.
Jill Dunnam has declared a conflict of interest and will not be using any altered images.
Affidavits available upon request.
