System infection prevention in hospital networks in the United States—a SHEA research network inquiry into operational characteristics and current challenges

The first comprehensive formal survey to explore the characteristics of modern-day U.S. system healthcare infection prevention programs, including the structure and responsibilities of physician leaders. In our sample of 38 hospital networks, we found heterogeneity in the structure, staffing, and resources for system IP with significant opportunities for improvement.

Stevens MP, Emetuche N, Passaretti C, et al. System infection prevention in hospital networks in the United States—an SHEA research network inquiry into operational characteristics and current challenges. Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology. 2024:1-3. doi:10.1017/ice.2024.170