Podcast Episode 03
Introduction to IRIS and the Seal of Recognition Program
In this episode of The Healthcare Air Deep Dive Podcast, Dr. Hudson Garrett Jr. and Dr. Ruth Carrico, who are both experts in infection prevention, join the podcast to introduce our listeners to The International Respiratory Infections Society (IRIS) and the IRIS Healthcare Air Quality Seal of Recognition Program.
Questions Covered:
1. What is IRIS’ main focus and priority in terms of prevention of infectious diseases?
2. Can you describe the reason for the creation of the Seal of Recognition Program and how it benefits healthcare facilities?
3. What types of healthcare facilities should pursue the Seal of Recognition Program?
4. What types of clinical standards is the program built on?
5. Who are the key stakeholders that should be engaged in the program across the healthcare facility?
6. What types of infections and patient outcomes can the IRIS program assist with improving?
This episode is valuable for all healthcare facilities looking to raise the bar for air quality and learn more about resources available through the IRIS Seal of Recognition Program.
To learn more about the program, visit: https://safehealthcareair.org/
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About the Guests
J. Hudson Garrett Jr., Ph.D., MSN, MPH, MBA, IP-BC, PLNC, CFER, AS-BC, VA-BC, CMRP, HACP, HACP-IC, HACP-PE, LTC-CIP, CIC, CAIP, DICO-C, CPPS, CCHR-S, CPHQ, CVAHP, CPXP, CDIPC, CPHRM, CHIPP-B, FACDONA, FAAPM, eFACHDM, FAPIC, FAOM, FRSPH, FNAP, FAHVAP, FACHE, FSHEA, FIDSA
Dr. Garrett is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is Board Certified in Infection Prevention and Control, Patient Safety, Healthcare Risk Management, and Healthcare Management and Leadership.
Ruth Carrico, Ph.D., DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CIC, FSHEA, FNAP, FAAN
Dr. Carrico is a Professor (gratis faculty) in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and a senior consultant with Carrico & Ramirez, PLLC. She is Board Certified in Infection Prevention and Control and is a Fellow of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, the National Academies of Practice, and the American Academy of Nursing.
