Abstract

Health data represents one of the most sensitive and valuable types of information due to the detailed personal and medical information it contains. This applied study aims to evaluate the impact of implementing cybersecurity standards on protecting health data in private medical centers in Dammam City, Saudi Arabia. Results revealed significant variation in implementation levels: Model Complex 1 achieved 79.4% compliance with cybersecurity standards, while Model Complex 2 achieved 56.3%. The study recommends eight comprehensive strategies including recruiting specialized cybersecurity personnel, implementing regular training programs, and ensuring compliance with the National Cybersecurity Framework and ISO/IEC 27001 standards.