Dr. Christian Dameff, MD, is an emergency medicine physician and a leading researcher in the field of cybersecurity and healthcare. Currently serving as the Medical Director of Cybersecurity at UC San Diego Health, he focuses on the intersection of clinical practice and digital infrastructure, specifically investigating the vulnerabilities of medical devices and electronic health records to cyberattacks. A prominent voice in medical cybersecurity, he frequently speaks and publishes on the impact of ransomware, hacking, and technological failures on patient safety and healthcare system resilience. His academic and clinical work aims to bridge the gap between information technology security and clinical operations, helping hospitals prepare for and respond to emerging digital threats while maintaining high-quality patient care.