#32 Turning Chaos Into Opportunity: Surgical Site Infections in a Pandemic
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
2w ago
In this podcast episode of Science into Practice by the American Journal of Infection Control, hosts Nicki Shore and Jessica Swain have a fascinating discussion with infection prevention experts, Dr. Sara Reese and Jordan Zepeda. They discuss an interesting study about the increase in Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The experts shed light on whether supply chain disruptions and protocol changes may have contributed to the phenomenon while discussing modifiable risk factors that could impact prevention strategies. A must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the ..read more
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#31 Navigating the Link Between Ventilator-Associated Events and Strategic Weaning Protocols
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
2M ago
In this episode of the American Journal of Infection Control Podcast, host Nikki Shore speaks with Dr. Jennifer Sanguinet, Director of Infection Prevention at Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, and Gerard Marshall, Manager of Infection Prevention at the same institution. They discuss their recent study on ventilator-associated events and the implementation of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Ventilator Weaning Protocol. Discover the triggers, risk factors, and categories related to ventilator-associated events, as well as how to apply the research findings in practice. Join us to l ..read more
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#30 UV Disinfection Deployment: A Quality Improvement Initiative at an Acute Care Facility
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
3M ago
Do you want to know how to improve infection prevention in your hospital? Join us as we speak to those in the field of infection prevention and control, like us, as well as other experts to learn about the latest research in the field and how you can implement it. We are talking to Casey Lewis and Victoria Crall, two senior infection preventionists at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, to discuss their quality improvement initiative strategies for deploying ultraviolet disinfection in an acute care facility. Hear about the Tru-D device used and how their partnership with the environm ..read more
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#29 Tackling C. difficile: Examining the Impact of Length of Treatment on Recurrence Rates
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
4M ago
Does longer treatment of C. difficile infection lead to fewer recurrences in patients taking concurrent antibiotics? Join us as we interview Irina Rajakumar on her research into the impact of CDI length of treatment on recurrent rates. Hear her discuss the study design and the impact of demographics such as age, clinical services, and concurrent antibiotics, and analyze if an infectious disease consultation influenced the outcome. Tune in to learn more about her work and how it can be applied to practice. With special guest: Irina Rajakumar, Infectious Disease and Antimicrobial Stewardship Pha ..read more
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#28 A Tale of Two Hospitals: Investigating the Salmonella Javiana Outbreak
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
5M ago
Have you ever wondered how infection prevention professionals investigate and mitigate food-borne illnesses? Join us to hear from Lisa Stancill and Madison Ponder on their study of a Salmonella Javiana outbreak in two hospitals. As they discuss the methodological challenges and lessons learned, they provide insight into the impact of immunocompromised patients, collecting valid data, and how communication between hospitals and health departments occurs. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating world of infection control and prevention! With special guests: Lisa Stancill, Epidemiologist, The ..read more
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#27 Putting CHG Bathing Into Practice: A Podcast With Yvette Williams
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
6M ago
Have you ever wondered what prompted a CHG patient refusal bathing study? Join hosts Nikki Shore and Jessie Swain as the podcast "Science into Practice" dives into this topic with Yvette Williams, a nurse who studied CHG bathing in critical and non-critical areas. Hear how Yvette used her experience to create educational materials and one-on-one sessions to educate staff and foster CHG bathing compliance. Tune in to learn more! With special guest: Yvette Williams, MHA, BSN-RN, CNIV, Duke Regional Hospital ..read more
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#26 Putting Science Into Practice: A Talk with Dr. Stella Hines on Reusable Respirator Use in Healthcare"
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
7M ago
Are you looking to learn about the latest research in the field of infection prevention and control? Join us as we speak to Dr. Stella Hines, MD, MSPH, an occupational medicine physician and pulmonologist, about her study on user acceptance and preference for a novel reusable respirator among healthcare workers. Find out the different types of reusable respiratory protective devices and why user comfort and tolerability is important for increasing compliance with respiratory protection programs. Don't miss this episode to learn and apply this new information to your work! With special guest: D ..read more
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#25 Exploring Antibiotic Resistance & Stewardship in New York State with Dr. Danielle Durant
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
8M ago
Are you an Infection Preventionist looking to learn more about the Healthcare Association of New York's State Antibiotic Stewardship Collaborative in 2015? Join us as we talk to Dr. Danielle Durant about her research and paper evaluation of the Collaborative. Dr. Durant provides us with an extensive background on HANES and the AUR Module of NHSN, revealing how the Collaborative's two aims were to prepare hospitals for mandated usage reporting and develop a robust program to help them prevent MDROs. With special guest: Dr. Danielle Durant ..read more
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#24 Breaking the Silo: Understanding the Impact of Airborne Microbial Contamination in the Operating Room with Dr. John Harp"
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
9M ago
Do airborne contaminants increase the risk of prosthetic joint infections? In this podcast, Dr. John Harp discusses his observational study on sterile field bioburden levels in operating rooms in the United States and the risks associated with rising microbe carrying particles. Dr. Harp shares his expertise in the field, as he has a background in engineering and orthopedic surgery, and has implemented industrial cleanroom techniques in the operating room for improved patient safety. He also explains the ASHRAE 170 standard, and how the use of a settle plate technique has helped to measure viab ..read more
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#23 Reporting Device-Related Infections – Healthcare Workers’ Perspective
American Journal of Infection Control: Science Into Practice
by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
10M ago
Concerns and frustrations about inconsistencies with the public reporting of device-related healthcare associated infections: Perspectives of hospital leaders and staff. With special guest: Sarah MacEwan PhD, Ohio State University ..read more
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