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Revolutionizing Healthcare Tech: AI, Cybersecurity & Leadership with Bashir Agboola, CTO & Associate CIO at Hospital for Special Surgery

Technology in healthcare isn’t just about systems — it’s about patient outcomes, security, and innovation.

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Bashir Agboola, CTO at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), to explore how hospitals are leveraging AI, automation, and data-driven insights to enhance care and streamline operations. Bashir explains how HSS balances innovation with security, addresses cybersecurity threats, and ensures leadership buy-in for successful digital transformation.

They discuss the role of AI in optimizing clinical workflows, safeguarding sensitive medical data, and staying ahead of emerging risks. Bashir also reflects on his career journey, leadership philosophy, and lessons from guiding complex transformations in a high-stakes healthcare environment.

A must-listen for CIOs, CTOs, and senior technology leaders driving innovation while maintaining security and compliance in healthcare.

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Bashir Agboola
CTO, VP & Associate CIO
Hospital for Special Surgery

I am a passionate Technology and Digital Healthcare Executive with over two decades of experience dedicated to developing human and organizational potential. My mission is to help people and organizations realize their full capacity to grow, thrive, and achieve excellence.

Throughout my career, I have focused on leveraging technology to transform business, including enhancing patient care, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring reliable, compassionate services. As the Vice President, CTO, and Associate CIO at the renowned Hospital for Special Surgery (the global leader in musculoskeletal care), I lead groundbreaking technology transformations and strategic IT initiatives across a national footprint.

I pride myself on turning visionary ideas into actionable, high-impact technology solutions that align with business objectives. Whether spearheading platforms that ensured continuity of care during the COVID-19 pandemic or developing enterprise cloud strategies to fuel major digital initiatives, my approach blends innovation with practical execution.

Building collaborative relationships has always been central to my success. I understand the value of fostering strong internal and external partnerships to drive results. My strong cybersecurity and infrastructure management foundation has also been instrumental in safeguarding patient data and minimizing risks.

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