#62 Before the Breaking Point: The Future of Infection Prevention

What if the field of infection prevention collapsed by 2029? In this thought-provoking episode, experts Dr. Elizabeth Monsees and Dr. Stephanie Stroever explore a pre-mortem analysis that asks leaders to imagine setbacks in infection control and uncover the reasons behind them. They delve into critical themes such as workforce attrition, funding loss, and public distrust. How can understanding potential failures empower professionals today? Tune in to discover actionable insights that could reshape the future of infection prevention.

With special guests:

Elizabeth Monsees, PhD, RN, CIC, AL-CIP, FAPIC, FSHEA, FAAN, Nurse Research Scientist at Children's Mercy Hospital and an Associate Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Stephanie Stroever, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor in the Department of Medical Education and the Director of Research for the Division of Emergency Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center