Confronting the Dilemma of MDR-GNR in Healthcare Facilities
Please note that this event is already in progress or has finished.
It might be possible to obtain information from the organiser about similar future events
[or if available notes/abstract from this meeting].
Please check out any links below - if these are not of any help then contact the organiser using the "Inquire" button below.
Go to current meetings
Date: 9th October, 2012
Location: Teleconference, USA
Summary:
Clinical - Training
Control of MDR-GNR requires efforts of many disciplines in the healthcare system. Infection control, pharmacy, microbiology and infectious diseases all play a role. This session will look at ways these areas can work individually and together to protect patients and others from MDR-GNR
Objectives: At the conclusion of this program, the participants will be able to:
Describe epidemiology of MDR-GNRs in healthcare settings.
Describe approaches designed to prevent transmission of MDR-GNRs.
Faculty: Alexander J. Kallen, MD, MPH, CDR, USPHS, Medical Officer, Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta