Pinehurst Radiology Associates, located in Moore County, North Carolina, has been forced to close its offices indefinitely following a cyberattack. The radiology practice detected suspicious activity on its network and initiated an investigation. To address the situation, the practice has enlisted legal counsel and cybersecurity specialists. As a result of the attack, several of its systems remain offline, preventing the scheduling of important medical services such as mammography and ultrasound.
The investigation is still ongoing, with the practice working in coordination with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. While the office remains closed, patients with appointments have been instructed to contact their referrers for rescheduling. Pinehurst has assured the public that it is committed to resolving the situation and appreciates the patience of its patients during the investigation. Although the practice is temporarily unavailable, its partner hospital, FirstHealth, has stepped in to offer expanded services and appointment slots.
FirstHealth has not been impacted by the cyberattack, but it is supporting the local community by providing mammography and ultrasound services across multiple campuses. The hospital system is working to mitigate the disruption caused by Pinehurst’s closure, ensuring patients can still access necessary services.
Pinehurst Radiology, which has been in operation since 1983, employs a team of 13 radiologists and two physician assistants, offering a wide range of diagnostic imaging services in the region.
This cyberattack is part of a larger trend in which healthcare providers, particularly radiology practices, have become frequent targets of cybercrime. The attack on Pinehurst Radiology follows other incidents, including a cyberattack on University Diagnostic Medical Imaging in the Bronx, New York. With radiology practices under increasing threat, the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the healthcare industry is more critical than ever to protect patient data and ensure the continuity of care.
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