# Got a Healthcare IT Renovation Project? We Have a DIY Book for You!

By Brian Urban · Published 2024-05-20 · Updated 2026-03-19 · Healthcare on MarketScale
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> Healthcare leaders navigating digital transformation and cybersecurity threats can now turn to a practical guide for executing complex IT renovation projects

## Key points

- Healthcare leaders navigating digital transformation and cybersecurity threats can now turn to a practical guide for executing complex IT renovation projects

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Given the rise of digital transformation demands and the persistent challenges of [cybersecurity](https://marketscale.com/industries/building-management/preventing-cyberattacks-healthcare-guidelines-advanced-security-tools/), a healthcare IT renovation project can be pivotal as industry leaders actively seek guidance on navigating these complex waters.

Why now? What makes the current landscape ripe for a Healthcare IT Renovation Project, and how does one tackle such a monumental task without a roadmap?

Welcome to [Healthcare Rethink](https://marketscale.com/shows/finthrive/), a **FinThrive** Podcast hosted by [Brian Urban](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-urban-8416b571/). This episode examines the nuts and bolts of healthcare IT renovation with guest [Susan Snedaker](https://www.linkedin.com/in/snedaker/), CIO at [El Rio Health](https://elrio.org/) and author of ["Renovating Healthcare IT: Building the Foundation for Digital Transformation."](https://www.routledge.com/Renovating-Healthcare-IT-Building-the-Foundation-for-Digital-Transformation/Snedaker/p/book/9781032454412) This discussion spans the strategic implementation of IT frameworks to addressing real-time challenges faced by healthcare professionals today.

The main points of the conversation include:

- Strategies for integrating robust cybersecurity measures in healthcare IT systems
- Best practices for digital transformation in healthcare settings, ensuring both efficiency and compliance
- The impact of IT renovations on patient care quality and operational efficiency

### About the Guest

**Susan Snedaker** brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table. Before joining **El Rio Health** as CIO, she honed her skills in various IT roles, including working for **Microsoft** and as a healthcare IT consultant. Susan's background includes an MBA and extensive experience in the technical and strategic aspects of IT management in healthcare. Her accolades in the industry are a testament to her deep commitment to enhancing healthcare through technology.

Tags: Brian Urban, healthcare IT renovation, Healthcare Rethink podcast, Renovating Healthcare IT: Building the Foundation for Digital Transformation, Susan Snedaker

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