Dr. Kate Ellingson and Sana Khan discuss multiple aspects of antimicrobial resistance, including discussing building antimicrobial stewardship programs, attitudes towards antibiotic use along the border, socioeconomic disparities, and more.

Kate Ellingson, PhD, investigated the transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms in healthcare settings, evaluated initiatives to prevent healthcare-associated infections, and built capacity for infection prevention in resource-limited setting as a healthcare epidemiologist at the CDC and the Oregon State Health Department.

Learning Objectives:

1. Define antimicrobial resistance.

2. Explain proper use of antimicrobials or antibiotics.

3. Discuss how aquaculture and agriculture contribute to antimicrobial resistance.

4. Identify those most vulnerable to healthcare acquired infections.

Continuing Education Information: 0.5 CECH for CHES

CHES Provider number:  99036

Date Released: 10-30-19