Backup & Disaster Recovery — Ransomware Prevention

Challenge

A dental practice recently discovered that their backups had not been running correctly for several weeks. This left their entire system vulnerable to ransomware attacks and data loss. Without reliable backups, they risked losing access to critical patient files, imaging, and practice management data. In addition, they were falling out of compliance with HIPAA requirements for data protection and recovery.

Solution

Our team designed and implemented a complete backup and disaster recovery strategy:

  • Automated Local Backups — Configured on-site backups for quick recovery.

  • Cloud-Based Backups — Added secure, encrypted offsite storage for redundancy.

  • Daily Monitoring — Set up automated alerts and daily checks to ensure backup success.

  • Disaster Recovery Plan — Documented clear steps for fast system restoration in case of ransomware or hardware failure.

  • HIPAA Alignment — Ensured the solution met compliance requirements for healthcare data security.

Result

  • Backups now run automatically and are verified daily.

  • The office can restore critical systems in minutes instead of days.

  • Patient data is fully protected, ensuring compliance and peace of mind.

  • Staff and doctors can focus on patient care without worrying about ransomware threat