Podcasts about infection prevention

Want to elevate your infection prevention career? Dive into this inspiring episode with Gail Fraine and Dr. Mayar Al Mohajer as they explore the value, purpose, and impact of the Advanced Leadership Certification in Infection Prevention (AL-CIP). Learn how this credential empowers professionals to lead change, drive outcomes, and shape healthcare policy. Get tips for submission success and hear firsthand experiences from these certified leaders! Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Gail Fraine, CIC, LTC-CIP, AL-CIP Gail Fraine is the System Director of Infection Prevention at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, TN, with over 30 years of experience reducing healthcare-associated infections through evidence-based practices and high-reliability principles. A long-standing APIC member, she has held national leadership roles including Board Director and Annual Conference Chair. Gail currently serves as President-Elect of the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) and contributed to developing both the long-term care and Advanced Leadership certifications. She holds nursing degrees from Arkansas State, Belmont, and Vanderbilt, and is certified in CIC, LTC-CIP, and AL-CIP. Mayar Al Mohajer, FIDSA, FSHEA, FAPIC, FACHE, AL-CIP Dr. Al Mohajer serves as Professor of Medicine in the Section of Infectious Diseases at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he also directs the Infection Prevention, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Quality Improvement, and Leadership Track. He is the Chief of the Infectious Disease Section at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center and the Medical Director of Infection Prevention, Occupational Health, Diagnostic Stewardship, and Antibiotic Stewardship for CommonSpirit Health's South Region and Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. In addition to his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Al Mohajer sits on the CBIC Board and co-chairs the National Infection Prevention Council for CommonSpirit Health. He holds multiple fellowships and certifications recognizing his expertise and leadership, including FIDSA, FSHEA, FAPIC, FACHE, and AL-CIP.

Are you testing and flushing your waterlines? Infection control is at the heart of all we do to provide safe care to our patients. In this episode, I speak with Kellie Timmes about her journey to inspire, motivate, and educate the field of dentistry to properly care for their waterlines and provide safe care to patients.A bit about Kellie:Kellie Thimmes is passionate about helping others and believes that life is better when serving the needs of others above her own. Her deep interest in safety, infection control, and prevention has been a guiding force throughout her career. She holds multiple certifications, including the ADS/DANB Dental Industry Specialist in Infection Prevention and Control (DISIPC) certification.As the Director of Education at ProEdge Dental Water Labs, Kellie leads efforts to educate both internally and throughout the dental industry on the importance of waterline safety. She works closely with consultants, educators, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and other trusted voices to provide science-based education that empowers dental professionals to achieve and maintain safe water.Kellie is also a collaborator with SafeLink Consulting, where she contributes to broader initiatives in infection control and safety across the dental industry. She is dedicated to empowering dental professionals with the knowledge and resources needed to create safer environments for both teams and patients.Leave me a message or send a question I can share on the Podcast HereTime Management Prioritization Quiz - Find out how you rate ⁠HERE Study Sheets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene School⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://billie-lunt-s-school.teachable.com/p/how-to-be-successful-in-dental-hygiene-school⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Other Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog.feedspot.com/dental_hygiene_podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Take a look at a recent product I have tried and recommend. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/thehappyflosser ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠promo code: HAPPYFLOSSER   Email Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HappyflosserRDH@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's edition of Articles on the Go,  Chris Blevins, CST, FAST, draws a creative parallel between the strategic world of football and the high-stakes environment of the operating room. Just like a zone defense on the field, infection prevention in surgery relies on teamwork, precision, communication, and adaptability. From the offensive line to the surgical team, every player has a critical role in preventing complications and protecting the “end zone” — patient safety.  ----- Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional! #operatingroom #ornurse #scrubtech #infectionprevention #surgery

Welcome back to the show. Today we're diving into a critical but often overlooked aspect of drug diversion investigations - the role of infection prevention. While most facilities focus on the regulatory and criminal justice aspects of diversion cases, there's a vital public health component that frequently gets pushed to the sidelines until it's too late.My guest today is Michelle Nation, a nurse with extensive experience in infection prevention. Michelle has witnessed firsthand how the disconnect between diversion response teams and infection prevention departments can leave patients at risk and facilities scrambling to address preventable outbreaks. She's been advocating for a more integrated approach that brings infection prevention expertise to the table from day one of any diversion investigation.While we've all read about the serious cases documented on the CDC website where infection prevention ultimately played a crucial role, by then the damage was often already done. In this episode, we explore how facilities can bridge this gap proactively, what the patient notification process should look like, and why every diversion response team needs an infection preventionist at the table from the very beginning.

Are you curious how infection preventionists are shaping the future of their field? Tune into this episode on the APIC 2025 MegaSurvey. Learn about the MegaSurvey, why it matters, and how it's evolved. Explore how the findings may influence staffing models, compensation trends, emerging technologies, and more. Most importantly, discover how your voice can shape the tools, standards, and career pathways supporting your work. Join the conversation and claim your seat at the table! With special guests: Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, APIC, Executive Director of the Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation and Sara Reese, PhD, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, APIC, Director of Research

Listen in as Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACP, and Laura P. Hurley, MD, MPH, discuss barriers to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination for adults, including insurance coverage and vaccine hesitancy, and explore effective, practical strategies for overcoming these barriers. Topics covered include:Helping patients understand why they need an RSV vaccineWays to discuss real-world vaccine efficacyApproaches to build vaccine confidence and discuss vaccine safetyMethods to overcome financial barriers and time constraintsVaccine delivery infrastructurePresenters:Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACPConsulting Physician and Director of Adult ImmunizationsImmunize.orgSt Paul, MinnesotaLaura P. Hurley, MD, MPHAssociate Professor of MedicineDivision of General Internal MedicineUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusAurora, ColoradoGeneral Internist and Health Services ResearcherDenver HealthDenver, ColoradoLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4mHHKu2Downloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3FzWREPGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

Listen in as Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACP, reviews the estimated burden of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease in older adults and discusses the latest updates on RSV vaccination recommendations and safety data. Topics covered include: Rates of RSV hospitalizations and emergency department visitsRSV vaccine developmentFDA-approved RSV vaccinesVaccine safety data: rates of atrial fibrillation and Guillain-Barré syndromeACIP RSV vaccine recommendationsRisk factors for severe RSV diseaseRSV vaccine uptakePresenter:Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACPConsulting Physician and Director of Adult ImmunizationsImmunize.orgSt Paul, MinnesotaLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4mHHKu2Downloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3FzWREPGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

In this episode, our hosts chat with Dr. Rebecca Crapanzano-Sigafoos and Frankie Catalfumo about APIC's updated CAUTI Implementation Guide and the collaborative efforts behind it. They share the guide's origins and what inspired the guide, highlight key prevention strategies, and debunk some common misconceptions about CAUTI in healthcare. Tune in to hear the discussion about real-world implementation challenges, the distinction between essential and additional practices, and how the new tools were designed to enhance process improvement. Get inspired to “partner harder” and strengthen your IP practice! Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC (previously Bartles) Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC is the Executive Director of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Prevention (APIC)'s Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation (CRPI). Becca has practiced Infection Prevention and Infectious Disease Epidemiology for the last 20 years in a variety of healthcare settings and has numerous publications focused on infection prevention staffing and endoscope safety. She received both her BS in Public Health, Health Education and her MPH in Epidemiology from East TN State University. She completed her Doctorate in Public Health in 2021 with a dissertation topic of “Assessing efficacy of an evidence-based Clostridiodes difficile screening tool using electronic medical record data.” She has been CIC certified since 2008 and is an APIC fellow. Most notably, though, Becca is the mother of six amazing daughters, ages 10-27. Frankie Catalfumo, MPH, CIC, CRCS Frankie Catalfumo, MPH, CIC, CRCST is the Director of Practice Guidance and Health Equity at APIC in their Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation (CRPI). Frankie is an infection preventionist with more than 10 years of experience leading collaborative initiatives within acute healthcare and the federal government. In his current role, he oversees the development of practice guidance tools that are meaningful to the association's membership. He also leads investigative work regarding the relationship between health equity and infection prevention. Prior to joining APIC, Frankie led infection prevention initiatives at Inova Health System, the Johns Hopkins Hospital, the Department of Defense, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. From the global HIV epidemic to the threat of multi-drug resistant bacteria, all infectious agents prompt the need for effective prevention and control measures. Frankie is board-certified in infection control (CIC) and in sterile processing (CRCST). Resource: CAUTI Implementation Guide

Join hosts Dr. Gonzalo Bearman and Dr. Priya Nori as they explore the vital role of infection prevention and control in healthcare with Dr. Erica Kaufman West and Catriona Hong, authors of the article "National Partnerships Address Critical Needs in Infection Prevention and Control." In this episode, the guests discuss the goals of Project Firstline, a CDC-AMA initiative designed to strengthen IPC practices across the nation. Dr. Kaufman West and Hong delve into how five critical IPC areas were identified, the importance of social determinants of health data, and the impact of burnout among IPC professionals. They also explore strategies for improving IPC training in medical schools, the future of masking policies, and balancing infection control with environmental sustainability. The conversation concludes with a look at the challenges of implementing national IPC strategies and the innovations and policy changes that will shape the future of infection prevention in the next decade.

Session 8 ‘Infection Prevention and Control in Community and Healthcare Settings' from the 5th World Sepsis Congress. Featuring Jeremy Farrar, Benedetta Allegranzi, Claudia Spies, Mateusz Hasso-Agopsowicz, Lindsay Denny Naughton, and Maha Aljuaid as your moderator.

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Executive Office of the Governor, “Gov. Whitmer Releases Top Lines of Alarming Report on Federal Medicaid Cuts, Finding Cuts Would Terminate Health Care for 700,000 Michiganders,” May 7, 2025, https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2025/04/16/whitmer-signs-executive-directive-to-identify-impact-of-federal-medicaid-cuts. Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, “Executive Directive 2025-3,” https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdhhs/Inside-MDHHS/Newsroom/ED-2025-3-FINAL.pdf Lisa Dubay, et. al, “The Impact of Lowering Federal Matching Commitments to Medicaid in 10 States and the District of Columbia,” May, 2025, https://www.rwjf.org/content/dam/farm/reports/issue_briefs/2025/rwjf482585, Urban Institute. Andrew Cass, “Medicaid cuts could cost 10 states, DC nearly $500B: Report,” May 6, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/medicaid-cuts-could-cost-10-states-dc-nearly-500b-report/, Becker's Hospital Review. Alan Condon, “GOP drops some Medicaid cuts from budget plan: 5 things to know,” May 7, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/gop-drops-some-medicaid-cuts-from-budget-plan-6-things-to-know/?origin=CFOE&utm_source=CFOE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=3025D7635490G0H, Becker's Hospital Review.  Ashleigh Fields, “Trump nixes CDC infectious disease advisory committee: Report,” May 6, 2025, https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5286736-trump-nixes-cdc-infectious-disease-advisory-committee-report/, The Hill. Michigan Health Council, “2025 Michigan Healthcare Workforce Plan,” https://www.mhc.org/workforceplan. Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com.

From struggling with acne and yeast infections, to spending hours in a sauna each week, I've started to support my body like I'm an athlete. So I'm walking you through my go-to supplements, electrolytes, and nutrition changes that help me feel my absolute best!These wellness items have been game-changers for my energy, mood, and overall health. Whether you're trying to feel more in tune with your body or just looking for new rituals to add to your routine, this episode is packed with personal recs, honest insights, and a whole lot of love for my wellbeing!Resources:

In this special episode, our very own host, Jess, swaps the mic for the guest seat, joining co-author Brenna Doran to unpack their newly published study, “Quantifying the Progressing Landscape of Infection Preventionists.” This episode dives deep into what it really takes to keep infection prevention programs running in today's complex healthcare environment. Tune in as Jess and Brenna reveal eye-opening insights from their national survey, including why infection preventionists consistently work over 40 hours a week, how staffing levels vary by region and facility size, and the hidden toll of cross-departmental demands. They also explore the future of infection prevention staffing and how AI-driven tools might finally offer the scalable solutions IPs have been waiting for. Whether you're an IP, a healthcare leader, or just passionate about health system resilience, this episode offers critical lessons, personal reflection, and a rare behind-the-scenes look at the evolving demands on infection preventionists across the U.S. Don't miss it! With special guests: Jessica Swain, MBA, MLT, CIC, Dartmouth Health System Director of Infection Prevention and Brenna Doran, PhD, MA, ACC, CIC, Founder and CEO of Innovative Partners Institute

In this episode, Jewel Mullen, MD, MPH, MPA, and Dallas Nelson, MD, CMD, FACP discuss overcoming barriers to RSV vaccine uptake in post-acute and long-term care facilities, including:How to incorporate the latest RSV vaccination recommendations into clinical practicePractical strategies for navigating insuranceEffective and empathetic methods of addressing vaccine hesitancy.  Presenters:Jewel Mullen, MD, MPH, MPAAssociate Dean for Health EquityAssociate Professor of Population Health and Internal MedicineUniversity of Texas at Austin Dell Medical SchoolAustin, TexasDallas Nelson, MD, CMD, FACPProfessor of MedicineDivision of Geriatrics and AgingUniversity of RochesterMedical DirectorUR Medicine Geriatrics GroupRochester, New YorkLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4lrwa5uFollow along with the slides: https://bit.ly/3RdWAKeGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. 

Nick Hysmith, MD, MBA, an infectious disease physician and medical director of Infection Prevention at Le Bonheur, discusses the recent measles outbreaks, questions about the vaccine and ways to keep your kids and family safe.

This episode shares a personal experience with dialysis and emphasizes infection prevention. Speakers discuss challenges in avoiding infection, its impact on routines, steps to protect during dialysis, and the role of staff in reducing infection risk.

This episode shares a personal experience with dialysis and emphasizes infection prevention. Speakers discuss challenges in avoiding infection, its impact on routines, steps to protect during dialysis, and the role of staff in reducing infection risk.

How can nursing homes stop the spread of deadly infections without isolating residents? In this episode, the hosts, Jess and Nicki, dive into Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) with experts Dr. Mary-Claire Roghmann and Stephanie Mayoryk. They explore real-world strategies for implementing EBP, overcoming staff challenges, and balancing infection control with resident quality of life. Don't miss this insightful discussion on protecting both patients and healthcare workers! With special guests: Stephaie Mayoryk, BSN, President and Infection Prevention Consultant, Mayoryk Consulting Services LLC and Mary-Claire Roghmann, MD, MS, Professor, Infectious Disease Physician, and Hospital Epidemiologist, University of Maryland School of Medicine

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This episode covers maintaining water quality for infection control in hemodialysis. Topics include AAMI standards, monitoring water quality for safety, training staff on infection control for water systems, and addressing water treatment system issues.

This episode covers maintaining water quality for infection control in hemodialysis. Topics include AAMI standards, monitoring water quality for safety, training staff on infection control for water systems, and addressing water treatment system issues.

In this second episode, experts standardize evidence-based policies to improve care, review CDC's nine Core Interventions to reduce BSI, address patient challenges in reducing BSI, and explore NHSN Dialysis Event training for better infection control.

In this second episode, experts standardize evidence-based policies to improve care, review CDC's nine Core Interventions to reduce BSI, address patient challenges in reducing BSI, and explore NHSN Dialysis Event training for better infection control.

Five years on from the first Covid lockdown in the UK, we consider how the pandemic changed medicine. We're joined by Dr Emma Wall, academic consultant in Infectious Diseases at University College London Hospital who also runs a long covid clinic, Professor Katrina Pollock, Associate Professor in Vaccinology at the Oxford Vaccine Group and Jon Otter Director for Infection Prevention and Control at Guy's Hospital London. Presenter: James Gallagher Producer: Hannah Robins

The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care is a four-part series developed by the ASN Nephrologists Transforming Dialysis Safety (NTDS) initiative, led by Dr. Tushar Chopra. In episode one, experts discuss infection prevention and dialysis challenges.

The Infection Prevention & Transitions of Care is a four-part series developed by the ASN Nephrologists Transforming Dialysis Safety (NTDS) initiative, led by Dr. Tushar Chopra. In episode one, experts discuss infection prevention and dialysis challenges.

This week on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine we examine the increase in cases of measles across the country. More than two decades ago, measles — a highly contagious and potentially deadly childhood disease — was declared eliminated in the United States. So far in 2025, multiple measles outbreaks have been identified across the country, a child in Texas has died from the disease and in late February, Kentucky recorded its first measles case in two years. Dr. Greg talks with Nicholas Van Sickels, M.D., medical director for Infection Prevention and Control at UK HealthCare.

How can hospitals stop the spread of Candida auris before it starts? In this episode, infection prevention experts from Mount Sinai share how an expanded screening protocol helped detect cases early and prevent outbreaks. Learn about the challenges of screening, patient isolation, and facility-wide collaboration. With real-world insights and a touch of humor, this episode is a must-listen for anyone battling superbugs in healthcare! With special guests: Aaron Cheng, MPH, CIC, Infection Surveillance Officer, Mount Sinai Brooklyn Karen Brody, MSN, RN, GERO-BC, CIC, Associate Director of Infection Prevention, Mount Sinai Manhattan Waleed Javaid, MD, MBA, MS, Hospital Epidemiologist and Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Mount Sinai

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 5, 2025) — It's hard to believe it's been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic officially arrived in the Commonwealth – but on Friday, March 6, 2020, Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed the state's first COVID-19-positive patient and declared a state of emergency in Kentucky. And that first case was tested and diagnosed right here at the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital. That day began a grueling, years-long grind for medical professionals across the state, the country, and the world. Hospital systems struggled to keep up with surges of severely ill patients coming through their doors. Shortages of personal protective equipment, ventilators, ECMO machines, inpatient beds, and even health care providers themselves led to a type of global health crisis not seen in more than a century.   In today's episode of Behind the Blue, you'll hear from eight longtime employees from the medical side of UK's campus, ranging from administrators to frontline health care providers to researchers. We asked them to reflect on those scary, early days of the pandemic, how it impacted their professional and personal lives, and some of the lessons learned from living through such a significant moment in history. Let's meet our guests for this oral history of the COVID-19 pandemic at UK and in the Commonwealth.   Jenn Alonso has been at UK HealthCare for 13 years and has worked in the medicine intensive care unit (MICU) as a registered nurse since 2014. As a MICU nurse, she works alongside a team of physicians, nurses, therapists and other providers to take care of some of the most critically ill patients who come to UK HealthCare. Alonso was working in the MICU the day UK's first COVID-19 patient was admitted and was directly involved in frontline care for the sickest COVID-19 patients day in and day out.   Kim Blanton, D.N.P., is the chief nursing officer for UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital. Blanton began her nursing career at UK in 1998 in the neuro-trauma ICU and worked her way up through several nursing positions, including rapid response nursing, working as a division charge nurse and managing the cardiovascular stepdown unit. After briefly leaving UK to help create and run an ICU at a local rural hospital, she returned in 2011 as a hospital operations administrator before becoming the UK HealthCare enterprise director for Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) and Quality and Safety. Blanton was serving in her IPAC role when the COVID-19 pandemic began and was instrumental in UK's COVID-19 response: She helped bring home UK students from abroad, called COVID-19 patients to help them navigate their care and quarantine, developed plans and processes for patient surges and PPE needs, and much more.   Kevin Hatton, M.D., Ph.D., is the chief medical officer for UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital. An anesthesiologist by training, he earned both his medical degree and doctorate of philosophydegree from UK. Including his time in residency, Dr. Hatton has worked at UK HealthCare for 21 years, serving in a variety of leadership roles in anesthesiology in critical care medicineprimarily for neurology and cardiovascular ICUs. When the pandemic began, he was serving as senior medical director for critical care services as well as was interim director for ECMO services. Initially, Hatton's role focused on training and preparing the anesthesia critical care team to help provide care for non-COVID ICU patients, as much of the medicine ICU staff's time was spent caring for COVID-positive inpatients. ECMO, the highest form of life support, is a machine that takes over function of a patient's damaged heart and/or lungs by removing a patient's blood, oxygenating it, and returning it into the body. Though ECMO is used on a daily basis at UK HealthCare, its use skyrocketed during the pandemic as patients whose lungs were severely damaged by the virus needed this highest form of life support. As interim director for ECMO services, Hatton and his team had to rapidly develop protocols and processes to use the limited number of ECMO machines to help the most patients possible.   Ashley Montgomery-Yates, M.D., has been physician in the UK Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine since 2013. As a critical care physician, she works primarily in the MICU setting taking care of the sickest patients – people on ventilators, with multi-organ failure, post-operative complications, and more. In 2013, she launched UK HealthCare's ICURecovery Clinic, which helps patients who have been in the ICU navigate the follow-up care and resources they need to recover. At the time, UK HealthCare's ICU Recovery Clinic was just one of three in the nation. Montgomery-Yates is currently the senior vice chair for the Department of Internal Medicine. When the pandemic began, she had recently become the interim chief medical officer for inpatient and emergency services. In this role and as an ICU physician, Montgomery-Yates and her colleagues were heavily involved in the day-to-day care of inpatients with COVID-19. She was part of the team that launched UK's successful Mass Vaccination Clinic out at Kroger Field, and her ICU teams also helped guide the creation of UK HealthCare's brand-new MICU, which opened January 2024.   Meg Pyper is a division charge nurse with the UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital Emergency Department and has been with UK HealthCare Emergency Medicine since 2010. As a charge nurse, her role is like air traffic control for the ED — taking calls from EMS and local hospitals about incoming patients and transfers, determining what services that patient will need upon arrival, and notifying interdisciplinary team members to be prepared when those patients arrive. As a nurse, she was drawn to emergency medicine after seeing her favorite nurse mentors be “the calm in the chaos.” Pyper began in this role just weeks before the pandemic arrived in Kentucky, and she and her team were the first line of care COVID patients received when they arrived at UK Chandler Hospital.   Lindsay Ragsdale, M.D., is the chief medical officer for Kentucky Children's Hospital and chief of the Division of Pediatric Palliative Care. Since arriving at UK in 2013, she has worked to build a robust program that helps seriously ill young patients and their families by caring for them holistically – looking at their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being, and helping them navigate the experience of being severely ill.  Ragsdale became the KCH CMO in 2021, right when the COVID-19 delta variant was beginning to affect children much more than previous variants had. She helped set up both the pediatric monoclonal antibody clinic that provided infusions to help protect high-risk pediatric patients, as well as the successful pediatric vaccine clinic, which provided COVID-19 vaccines for children in a playful, engaging environment.   Rob Sprang is the director of Kentucky TeleCare, a role he's held at UK since 1996. UK first began using telehealth services in 1995. Since then, telehealth has grown by leaps and bounds, but its use skyrocketed during the pandemic. Earlier days of telehealth were usually done facility-to-facility — however, the vastly improved technology and public acceptance of telehealth, along with new, more relaxed regulatory laws around its use has allowed telehealth to explode in popularity. When the pandemic hit Kentucky, Sprang and his team — along with countless ambulatory providers and staff – worked 24/7 for more than a week to get UK HealthCare clinics set up to offer telehealth so that patients could still see their providers without needing to go into the hospital or clinic. Telehealth was a critical element in helping to protect both patients and providers from potential exposure to COVID-19.   Vince Venditto, Ph.D., is an associate professor of pharmaceutical sciences in the UK College of Pharmacy with a background in chemistry, drug delivery, and vaccine development. In the early days of the pandemic, his work in blood analysis – looking for biomarkers for cardiovascular disease in up to 1,500 samples at a time – was adapted to do mass testing for COVID antibodies as a means of diagnosis. After PCR tests became the gold standard for diagnosing the disease, his work shifted again — this time to working with local pharmacies for surveillance of COVID out in Kentucky communities. Post-COVID, this project has evolved to include other infectious diseases and inflammatory conditions, and it focuses on increasing access to health care through Kentucky's network of pharmacies. It also has a new name: Pharmacy-based Recruitment Opportunities To Enhance Community Testing and Surveillance (PROTECTS). Venditto co-directs this project along with Brooke Hudspeth, Pharm.D., an associate professor of pharmacy practice and science. Venditto is also part of The Consortium for Understanding and Reducing Infectious Diseases in Kentucky (CURE-KY), which fosters multidisciplinary collaborations to address the burden of infectious diseases in the Commonwealth and beyond. This consortium was built on the heels of UK's COVID-19 Unified Research Experts (CURE) Alliance, which was quickly assembled in 2020 to support a full range of COVID-related research. -- Behind the Blue is available via a variety of podcast providers, including iTunes and Spotify. Become a subscriber to receive new episodes of “Behind the Blue” each week. UK's latest medical breakthroughs, research, artists and writers will be featured, along with the most important news impacting the university. Behind the Blue is a joint production of the University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare. Transcripts for this or other episodes of Behind the Blue can be downloaded from the show's blog page.  To discover how the University of Kentucky is advancing our Commonwealth, click here.  

03/03/25: Joel Heitkamp is out, and Richland County Commissioners Perry Miller and Nathan Berseth fill in for him. They're joined by Dr. Avish Nagpal from Sanford Health to talk about the measles. Dr. Nagpal practices internal medicine, specializing in infectious disease and travel and tropical medicine. He also serves as associate professor of medicine at the University of North Dakota; adjunct faculty at North Dakota State University; medical director of Infection Prevention and Control; and in a leadership role in Antibiotic Stewardship. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Crisis Lab Podcast, host Kyle King sits down with Dr. Jim Wilson and Sharon Parrillo, two leading experts in health security and infection prevention. Dr. Wilson, a health security specialist focused on early warning systems for high-risk infectious diseases, and Sharon, a board-certified infection prevention leader with two decades of experience, discuss the challenges of pandemic response, misinformation, and the evolving role of AI in health security. From striking the right balance between early warnings and avoiding sensationalism to ensuring hospitals can maintain essential services during a crisis, this episode unpacks the critical role of trust and communication in emergency response. Tune in to learn how health leaders navigate uncertainty and build resilience. Show Highlights[02:55] How early warning systems detected COVID-19 before global recognition[05:12] The dangers of misinformation and the challenge of building public trust[17:57] The evolving role of telemedicine and AI in infection prevention[23:41] How hospitals balance infection control with keeping essential services running[28:55] Rewriting the playbook on pandemic response and lessons for the future of health security Connect with Dr. James Wilson and Sharon Parrillo- Dr Wilson's Linkedin- Ms. Parrillo's Linkedin

What's the next step in your career as an IP? Join hosts Kelly Holmes and Lerenza Howard as they explore APIC's Career Development and Advancement Guide with experts Chris Zirges and Angel Mueller. This episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you evaluate your skills, build a standout professional portfolio, and navigate every career stage—from paraprofessional to executive. Whether you're looking to grow your influence or take the leap into a new role, this empowering discussion will give you the tools to shape your future as an IP. Tune in and take your career to the next level! Resources: Infection Preventionist Career Development and Advancement Guide  "A framework for defining and documenting infection preventionist competency" Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Angel Mueller, MPH, CIC, FAPIC Angel Mueller is a certified Infection Preventionist and APIC Fellow with over 16 years of progressive infection prevention and control and leadership experience. She is the System Director of Infection Prevention at UnityPoint Health where she provides leadership and strategic direction for multiple hospital, ambulatory and home care settings throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Angel was a member of the APIC Professional Development Committee (PDC) for six years and served as chair of the committee for two of those years. Through her work on the PDC, Angel contributed to the updated APIC IP Competency Model, was a participating author of the article introducing the model and helped develop the Infection Preventionist Career Development and Advancement Guide. Angel is knowledgeable in the infection prevention competency domains, enjoys developing tools and systems to make infection prevention processes more efficient and effective, and is passionate about advancing the profession and supporting the development of IPs throughout the world. Christine (Chris) Zirges, DNP, ACNS-BC, CIC, FAPIC Chris is currently the System Director of Infection Prevention for SSM Health. Professional endeavors include past board member of the Certification Board of Infection Control (CBIC), current Chair of the APIC Professional Development Committee, board member on the Board of Directors for the Healthcare Laundry Accreditation Council (HLAC), and the HAI Advisory Council through the University of Missouri (Sinclair School of Nursing). She is certified in infection prevention (CIC), board-certified as an advanced practice nurse (ACNS-BC), and a Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (FAPIC). Her doctoral focus was on reducing the number of indwelling urinary catheter days. Her experience includes practicing infection prevention in many settings, which made integrating a corporate-wide program a natural next step. Chris's interests include standardization of work and sustainment of clinical interventions. The structure and processes of a high-functioning infection prevention and control program are a key driver of success. She is from Kirkwood Missouri and proud parent of two young men – so now an empty nester!

How can we revolutionize infection prevention training in healthcare? Dive into this insightful episode as Dr. Terri Rebmann and Dr. Ashley Hughes explore game-changing techniques like simulation-based learning, just-in-time training, and empowering mentorship. Discover free, expert-developed tools from CDC's Project Firstline and learn practical tips to improve patient safety and frontline worker readiness. Tune in for laughs, learning, and lifesaving insights! With special guests: Terri Rebmann, PhD, RN, CIC, FAPIC, Divisional Dean, Director of the George Mason University School of Nursing and Ashley Hughes, Ph.D., M.S.,Associate Professor and Research Informaticist at Case Western Reserve University's School of Medicine at MetroHealth

Tune into this episode of the 5 Second Rule Podcast where hosts Lerenza Howard and Kelly Holmes interview Dr. Carol McLay, a leading infection prevention expert and 2025 APIC President. Hear about Dr. McLay's inspiring career journey including her experiences during the AIDS epidemic and the Ebola outbreak. Listen to her vision to strengthen infection prevention and control programs during her term as the 2025 APIC President. Join us for a captivating conversation on lifelong learning, global health, and sustainable preparedness. Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC and Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guest: Carol M. McLay, DrPH, MPH, RN, FAPIC, CIC Dr. Carol McLay is a leading expert in infection prevention, healthcare epidemiology, and public health, with 30 years of experience advancing clinical practice, education, and research. A passionate advocate for certification and professional development, she is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of infection preventionists. Dr. McLay is the author of several foundational resources, including The Infection Prevention Competency Review Guide, 4th Edition, and APIC's Certification Study Guides (5th–7th editions). She will serve as the 2025 APIC President and currently holds leadership roles on the International Federation for Infection Control (IFIC) Board of Directors and the AJIC Editorial Board. Certified in Infection Control (CIC), a Fellow of both APIC and SHEA, and a certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Dr. McLay brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the field. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Ottawa (Canada), her Master of Public Health from Emory University, and her Doctorate of Public Health from the University of Kentucky.

Patient care never stops – and neither does your fight against pathogens. So, when your team needs to know the latest IP guidelines at 3 a.m., who do you turn to? AI just might have the answers! On this week's episode of Beyond Clean's "Planet Surgery," we're joined by Max Simonovsky, Founder and CEO of Soapy, to explore how artificial intelligence is creating unlimited possibilities for infection prevention. From 24/7 virtual IP assistance to proactive problem-solving, Max reveals why artificial intelligence isn't just changing how we protect patients – it's revolutionizing our entire approach to healthcare. Ready to discover what's next for infection prevention? Tune in to find out how AI is transforming patient care and the fight against microbes! Season 27 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.  #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #WeFightDirty #Podcast #Season27 #AI #InfectionPrevention

In this episode of "Hawk Droppings," Hawk interviews Dr. Melanie Matheu, PhD (Laughter in Light on TikTok), an immunologist and scientist, to discuss H5N1 bird flu. Dr. Matheu explains that H5N1 is a highly pathogenic influenza virus that has historically had a 52-56% mortality rate in humans, though this rate could decrease if the virus becomes more widespread. While the virus currently cannot spread between humans, Dr. Matheu warns that it is likely only one mutation away from gaining this ability, which she estimates could happen within the next two years.The conversation explores how H5N1 differs from COVID-19, noting that influenza viruses generally require higher viral loads for infection and spread less easily than coronaviruses. Dr. Matheu discusses existing H5N1 vaccines and their potential effectiveness, explaining that while vaccines exist, the U.S. only has about 4.8 million doses stockpiled. The discussion also covers how prior COVID infections or Long COVID might impact susceptibility to H5N1, with Dr. Matheu explaining that COVID-related immune system dysfunction could make people more vulnerable to future infections.The interview concludes with a broader discussion about the state of scientific communication and trust in the United States. Both host and guest express concern about the spread of medical misinformation and the potential impact of losing platforms like TikTok, which has served as an important channel for scientists to communicate directly with the public. They also discuss their apprehension about how future public health crises might be handled given the current political climate and declining trust in scientific institutions.Dr. Matheu's Substack article on H5N1 - a good companion read for what is discussed in this episode: https://lilscience.substack.com/p/is-h5n1bird-flu-the-next-pandemicDr. Matheu's Social Media Links:Substack: https://lilscience.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanie_matheu_phd/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@melanie_matheu_phdBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/lilscience.bsky.social Episode Correction: The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) revoked the board certification of Peter McCullough, MD, MPH, a cardiologist who promoted controversial views about COVID-19 (not his license to practice medicine). SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk- Support Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com- Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct- Connect on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Podcasts Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.com- Listen to Hawk Droppings On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTBSimplecast: https://hawk-droppings.simplecast.com- Hawk Droppings RSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/pPVtxSNJ

In this episode of the ICHE Podcast, guests discuss the prevention and management of infections in obstetrical populations, with a focus on Group A Streptococcal (GAS) infections. Hosted by ICHE Editor-in-Chief, Dr. David Calfee, the episode features Dr. John Conly, Dr. Shandra R. Day, and Dr. Kiran M. Perkins. The discussion begins with an overview of GAS infections in healthcare settings, particularly in the peripartum period, highlighting the unique challenges associated with these infections. The guests explore strategies for healthcare-associated GAS infection prevention, including practical approaches and solutions to overcome implementation barriers. Each expert shares insights from their recent research, addressing questions their studies aimed to answer, the methods they used, key findings, important limitations, and the broader implications of their work for infection prevention. Together, they emphasize the importance of understanding risks specific to labor and delivery units and the critical need for evidence-based practices to mitigate these risks. The episode concludes with actionable advice from each guest, providing concrete steps facilities can take to assess and reduce the risk of GAS infections in obstetrical settings. Following the episode, be sure to visit cambridge.org/iche to access the research featured in this episode.

Can a staffing calculator really revolutionize Infection Prevention and Control? Join us for podcast number 42, where we dive into the world of infection prevention staffing and debunk myths with our expert guests, Dr. Becca Bartles and Dr. Sara Reese. Discover how this innovative calculator changes staffing dynamics and significantly reduces infection rates in hospitals. Listen in and find out how this invention challenges the old staffing ratio and successfully incorporates varying hospital aspects within infection prevention. Are you ready to upgrade your staffing model with us? With special guests: Rebecca (Becca) Bartles, DrPH, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, Executive Director, APIC Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation and Sara Reese, PhD, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, Director of Research, APIC Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation

In this episode of America's Heroes Group Roundtable Livestream, Colonel Dr. Damon Arnold hosts an important discussion with esteemed panelists from the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center:Dr. Augusto Alonto: Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Associate Professor, and clinical researcher on COVID vaccines.Catherine Dell: Nurse Practitioner and Lung Cancer Screening Coordinator, creator of a comprehensive lung cancer screening program screening 3,000+ veterans annually.

HealthLeaders CMO Editor Christopher Cheney talks with Emily Landon, MD, executive medical director of infection prevention and control at UChicago Medicine, about a range of issues, including respiratory virus season, emerging pathogen considerations, and healthcare-acquired conditions.

In the 5 Second Rule podcast by APIC, hosts Lerenza Howard and Kelly Holmes discuss infection prevention and control in the context of hurricanes with professionals, Lori Crow and Cindy Prins. From sharing personal experiences to breaking down the role of infection preventionists in such situations, the podcast covers a wide range of topics - from maintaining food safety during power outages to averting mold growth post-flooding. Listen to the IPC experts shed insights on the crucial role played by IPs and infection prevention measures during a hurricane. Hosted by: Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB and Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC About our Guests: Cindy Prins, PhD, MPH, CIC, CPH, FSHEA Dr. Cindy Prins is an Associate Professor in the Department of Population Health Sciences, College of Medicine at the University of Central Florida, and is part of the UCF Infectious Disease and Travel Health Initiative. She is an infectious disease epidemiologist whose research focuses on infection prevention and control in both healthcare and non-healthcare settings, and on compliance with vaccine recommendations. Dr. Prins is Board Certified in Infection Control (CIC) and Public Health (CPH) and is a Fellow of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (FSHEA). Lori Zeringue Crow, MPH, MS, CPH Lori holds a background in both microbiology and public health. After a career as a college microbiology instructor, Lori pivoted her path into public health by going back to school to obtain her MPH. Lori now works in public health emergency preparedness and response at a state health department. In that capacity, Lori is trained to prepare for and respond to all types of hazards that can impact public health. Two of the most common types of hazards her department encounters are hurricanes and flooding. Lori's experience with the devastation that hurricanes can bring is not only professional, but also personal as she has lived most of her life on the Gulf Coast. Lori believes infection prevention plays a role in minimizing the impact hurricanes can have on people. She combines her microbiology and public health background to advocate for the inclusion of infection control in hurricane preparedness and response Further Resources: How to build an emergency kit by Ready.gov General public health messaging before, during, and after hurricanes and floods. Covers food safety, mold, proper care of wounds, safe water, waterborne diseases: CDC Preparedness and Safety Messaging for Hurricanes, Flooding, and Similar Disasters CDC's Safe and Healthy Diapering for Emergency Settings and Shelters fact sheet CDC's Preventing Diarrheal Illness After a Disaster fact sheet  APIC's Infection Prevention and Control for Shelters during Disasters Creating a food safety plan for hurricane season: Foodsafety.gov  2023 APIC Emerging Infectious Diseases Task Force: Infection Prevention and Control for Shelters During Disasters Emergency Water Supply Planning Guide for Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities, 2019

Hear about the intricacies of healthcare equity in this episode of the 5 Second Rule podcast, hosted by Kelly Holmes and Lerenza Howard. We welcome Caldwell Lewin and Jessica Tarabay from the APIC Health Equity Committee, diving deep into topics such as health equity, disparities, and crucial infection prevention strategies. Listen now to gain valuable insights into pressing concerns in the healthcare landscape. Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Jessica Tarabay, MPH, MHR, CIC, CPHQ, FAPIC Jessica Tarabay holds a background in public health and epidemiology. Jessica joined Emory Healthcare in May of 2019. She is a purposely driven quality, patient safety, and infection prevention leader with 10 years of healthcare experience identifying areas of improvement through interdisciplinary collaboration, data analysis, and implementing strategies critical for successful outcomes. Jessica is a fellow of APIC, has published and presented on a variety of topics in infection prevention and control, and serves as the Chair of the National APIC Health Equity Committee and 2023 President of the Greater Atlanta Georgia APIC Chapter. Jessica was the recipient of the 2021 March of Dimes “Friend of Nurse” award in Georgia and is a current doctoral candidate in the DrPH program at the University of Georgia. Caldwell Lewin, MSN, RN, CIC, CPHQ Caldwell Lewin is a dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in nursing and infection prevention and control. Currently working as an Operating Room Registered Nurse, Caldwell has a diverse background, having previously served as the Infection Prevention and Control system manager for Sentara Healthcare, a system encompassing 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. Caldwell's expertise in Infection Prevention and Control spans various settings, including acute care, critical access hospitals, rural health clinics, long-term care facilities, and ambulatory surgery centers. She has served as a board member for the APIC chapter in New Orleans and participated on the National APIC Health Inequity and Disparities task force. Currently, she co-chairs the APIC Health Equity Committee, demonstrating her commitment to addressing health disparities and promoting equitable healthcare practices.

In this video, Dr. Rob Whitfield takes a deep dive into the intersection of breast implants and holistic health, covering important topics like bacterial contamination, environmental toxins, and the recovery process. From discussing common breast implant problems to exploring research on patient outcomes, this comprehensive guide will help you understand the risks and benefits of breast implants, as well as alternatives like fat transfers. #plasticsurgery #asthetic #wellness Dr. Rob Whitfield IG: @breastimplantillnessexpert Show Notes: 00:00:03 - Introduction to Breast Implants 00:01:00 - Overview of Breast Implant Problems 00:02:29 - Understanding Bacterial Contamination 00:03:52 - The Short Method and Environmental Toxins 00:05:14 - Research on Breast Implant Success and Health Factors 00:06:11 - Patient Populations and Their Experiences 00:07:48 - Defining Breast Implant Illness 00:09:07 - Study Findings on Bacterial Contamination Rates 00:10:37 - Importance of Infection Prevention for Implant Patients 00:11:50 - Discuss the Importance of Regular Conversations About Implant Safety 00:12:03 - Personal Experiences with Long-Term Implant Use 00:12:47 - Introduction to Fat Transfers as an Alternative 00:13:48 - Identifying Toxins and Their Impact on Health 00:14:28 - Introduction to Urolithinate and Its Benefits 00:17:29 - Common Toxins Found in Environments and Foods 00:18:28 - Importance of Detoxification and Supporting Immunity 00:19:48 - Discuss Dietary Changes for Reducing Inflammation 00:20:41 - Challenges of Detoxification and Hormonal Imbalance 00:21:15 - Integrating Nutrition and Environmental Toxins in Medical Practice 00:21:56 - Training and Patient Care Insights 00:22:21 - Adapting to Better Testing for Patient Recovery 00:23:01 - The Importance of Mindset in Recovery 00:23:33 - Identifying Patient Discomfort and Treatment Approaches 00:24:12 - Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy 00:24:51 - Sauna Use and Breast Implants: Precautions 00:25:39 - Address Questions on Infrared Sauna Effects 00:27:16 - Female Patient Compliance and Treatment Execution 00:28:37 - Understanding the Short Method for Surgery Preparation 00:29:51 - Enhancing Patient Experience with Anesthesia 00:30:47 - The Role of Genetics in Patient Care 00:31:38 - Food as Medicine: Dietary Recommendations 00:32:11 - Address Concerns About Implant Removal and Safety 00:32:40 - Understanding the Safety of Scar Capsule Removal 00:33:20 - The Importance of Removing Bacterial Contaminants 00:34:06 - The Challenge of Patient Advocacy and Research 00:34:44 - Insights on Bacterial Biofilm and Immune Response 00:35:23 - Address Recovery with the Sharp Method 00:35:51 - Setting a New Standard for Surgical Recovery 00:36:03 - Access to the Sharp Book and Resources 00:36:32 - Educational Videos and Patient Stories on YouTube 00:36:36 - Encouragement to Explore the Sharp Method 00:36:49 - Closing Remarks and Appreciation === Thank you to our sponsors! Timeline Visit https://timelinenutrition.com/drg and use code DRG to get 10% off Active Skin Repair Visit activeskinrepair.com and use code DRG to get 20% off. === Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

Is your endoscope maintenance program more reactive or proactive? Are you constantly putting out fires or staying ahead of potential issues? In this series finale episode of "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're pulling back the curtain on preventative maintenance with our scope-savvy dream team: Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple! Tune in as we uncover the challenges of keeping your scopes in tip-top shape, balancing the daily grind with long-term care, and cracking the code on true ownership costs. Discover why building a “culture of prevention” is key to optimizing your scope's lifespan and ensuring they're patient-ready, every procedure, every time! Don't miss out, join us for this series finale episode today! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com   Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

When it comes to endoscope reprocessing, how do you choose between high-level disinfection and sterilization? In this week's new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, we're sitting down with scope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple, to explore the decision-making process behind these critical cleaning methods. We'll delve into the pros and cons of each approach, discuss the impact on workflow efficiency and patient safety, and share real-world strategies for making the best choice for your facility. Whether you're navigating resource constraints, regulatory guidelines, or aiming for the highest standard of clean, this conversation is packed with insights to help you keep your reprocessing workflows running smoothly. We can't wait for you to join us! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com   Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

From visual checks to advanced technological tools, endoscope inspection is one of the most critical steps in ensuring patient safety – so, how thorough are your facility's protocols? Are you inspecting every scope, for every procedure? In this week's new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple are back and ready to tackle the intricacies of endoscope inspection! These endoscope enthusiasts will dive into the nitty-gritty of scope inspection, from the latest tech tools to the crucial need for standardized protocols for more effective staff training strategies. Get ready to discover how a well-executed inspection process safeguards patient safety, boosts surgeon satisfaction, and helps support smart budget management. Tune in today to make sure your team is fully equipped for this essential step in endoscope reprocessing! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com   Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

Gowns on, gloves up -- it's time to #FightDirty in this week's new episode of our latest podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes!” We're diving into scope decontamination processes with our endoscope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple. They're teaming up to explore the intricacies of proper cleaning techniques, the importance of selecting the right cleaning tools, and the potential consequences of improper care and handling. Whether you're dealing with flexible or rigid scopes, this episode is packed with actionable steps to enhance your decontamination processes and help keep your SPD's bottom line from going down the drain. So, turn up the volume and join us as we discover game-changing decontamination strategies for ensuring clean and safe scopes for every patient, every time! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com   Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

From SPD to the OR and back again, our endoscopes embark on a critical journey for every patient, every time. So how does your facility ensure these delicate instruments arrive safely at their destination? In Episode 2 of our new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're joined by Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple to discuss the complexities of endoscope transportation. They're diving into regulatory guidelines, common challenges, innovative solutions that can significantly impact your endoscope handling process, and more. Tune in to discover how mastering your endoscope transport process can safeguard patient care, protect your valuable inventory, and boost your team's efficiency! Press play and join us today! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com   Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

Can point-of-use treatment really make or break your entire endoscope reprocessing workflow? Buckle up, scope enthusiasts! We're tackling this critical question and more as we kick off our exclusive new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes." Scope-savvy superstars, Garett Kaple, Katie Minion, and Joanne Lee are teaming up to help us explore the common challenges of implementing effective pre-cleaning workflows amidst the pressures of busy ORs and quick turnovers. Tune in to discover how mastering this often-overlooked first step can impact patient safety and extend the life of your department's endoscopes. If your facility is struggling with point-of-use compliance, this episode will equip you with the tools to overcome common obstacles and set your team up for reprocessing success! Tune in today! This innovative 6-week podcast series, is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com   Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

For some, COVID-19 may seem like a thing of the past, but for medical professionals, the data regarding post-acute sequalae of COVID infection is only just emerging. Four years ago, the start of the pandemic left doctors puzzled by certain symptoms. Today, we are learning more about the long-term impacts of SARS-CoV-2 in children, often called long COVID or PASC. As the population continues to struggle with persistent and debilitating after-effects and symptoms, we are looking for answers. To provide insight into this important diagnosis, we are joined by Suchitra Rao, MD. She is an infectious disease specialist at Children's Hospital Colorado, as well as the Associate Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control. She is also an associate professor of Pediatrics within the sections of Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, and Hospital Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Some highlights from this episode include:    The epidemiology of long COVID in kids  The difference between the data in adults and children A discussion of how to diagnose asymptomatic patients  A closer look at Dr. Rao's groundbreaking research   For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org.