Among Alex Vu’s responsibilities as our new Director of Information Technology is taking on the role of the college HIPAA security officer. In this role, Alex is responsible for the safety and security of our patients’ protected health information (PHI). This includes PHI in all forms: verbal, written, or electronic. Some of the measures we take to secure PHI includes encrypted computer networks, password protected computer programs, keycard protected restricted clinic areas, and shred bins for proper disposal of any written forms of PHI. Alex and Cathy Beatty, the college’s HIPAA Privacy Officer, are the key points of contact to report any potential or suspected HIPAA violations.