About:
This 1.0 hour webinar is designed for healthcare professionals who may be at risk of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The session will focus on HIV exposure in the healthcare setting, emphasizing the critical role of universal precautions, post-exposure protocols, and evidence-based prevention strategies. Participants will engage in an interactive case study discussion to apply key concepts and reinforce best practices for maintaining workplace safety.
Speaker:
Mohamed H. Yassin, MD, PhD, MBA
Professor of Medicine, Infectious Diseases and Microbiology
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Public Health
Chair, Quality Committee UPMC Mercy
Chief, Infectious Diseases division UPMC Mercy
Medical Director and hospital Epidemiologist UPMC Mercy
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, the learner will be able to:
- Identify common bloodborne pathogens
- Recognize occupational exposure risks
- Apply standard precautions in daily practice
- Respond appropriately to exposure incidents
Acknowledgement:
This website is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with 0% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents in this presentation are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.
