The Foot and Ankle Wellness Center of Western Pennsylvania, a podiatry practice, experienced a data breach that was disclosed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on August 31, 2026. This incident involved unauthorized access to the practice’s electronic medical record system and network server.
The breach affected 653 individuals. Public sources confirm sensitive information was involved, specifically mentioning medical information. However, the specific types of information exposed, such as Social Security numbers, dates of birth, addresses, government IDs, and financial information, have not been publicly itemized in the official record.
Details can continue to emerge as investigations progress. Official notices to affected individuals may also be subject to delays.