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A Commitment to Innovation and Care: How Houston Eye Is Building Cyber Resilience with Illumio.  “Before Illumio, it was a matter of when, not if, a breach would happen,” Hornberger shared. “Now, if someone gets in, they’re stopped in their tracks. We’re confident our patient data stays secure.”

With the growth and prestige of Houston Eye comes a rising cybersecurity challenge. Healthcare remains a top target for ransomware, malware, and other threats. “Ransomware is rampant right now,” said Kory Hornberger, Director of IT at Houston Eye. “It’s not just about keeping bad actors out. It’s about limiting what they can do if they get in.”

Recognizing the need for stronger internal defenses, Houston Eye turned to Illumio. The Zero Trust Segmentation platform gave the IT team visibility across the network and the ability to instantly isolate threats and stop lateral movement. “Illumio was a game-changer,” said Hornberger. “We now have complete visibility into how data moves — and the power to control it.”

Using Illumio, the team quickly segmented 1,100 endpoints and critical systems, like their electronic health records and practice management platforms. Automation with PowerShell made deployment fast and efficient. The result: stronger data protection, simplified security operations, and improved HIPAA compliance.

By investing in containment and control, Houston Eye is protecting more than systems — it’s safeguarding the trust patients place in their care.