Infection Control
Where Care Begins
The infection control department is an essential part of the Chest Diseases Hospital, integrated into all hospital departments' activities. The department aims to enhance the concept of Infection prevention and control among all healthcare workers, and minimize the risk and complications of acquiring healthcare-associated infection among patients and healthcare workers through: - Surveillance - Optimal implementation of Infection control policies and procedures, such as Hand hygiene, Aseptic technique, disinfection, sterilization, Isolation, proper utilization of antibiotics, and medical waste management - Best practices/standardization of science-based bundles for medical devices placed in the patient - Education - Occupational health and safety - Infection control risk assessment during construction (renovation and new construction) - Outbreak investigation and management
From the Heart of Leadership
Welcome to the infection control department. Our core mission is to ensure excellent clinical service is provided for patients through education of healthcare workers, auditing of healthcare practices, and patient empowerment to get the best medical and surgical care in the hospital.
The Department of Infection Control thanks you for having interest in our service.
Dr. Eman Elmansoury
Chairman of the Infection Control Department
Commitment Beyond Care
Commitment Beyond Equipment
Infection control is an allied medical specialty that ensures the safety of patients, healthcare workers, and visitors by preventing the spread of infectious diseases in healthcare settings. The infection control team includes highly qualified and well-trained staff.
Accessibility
Easily accessible department; the infection control head office is located on the third floor of the cooperative building. The infection control nurse’s office is located on the second floor, Annex building, in the Chest Diseases Hospital - Sabah Medical area. The department is ready for training, guiding, and auditing of all healthcare workers and patients.
Communication
Easily accessible department; the infection control head office is located on the third floor of the cooperative building. The infection control nurse’s office is located on the second floor, Annex building, in the Chest Diseases Hospital - Sabah Medical area. The department is ready for training, guiding, and auditing of all healthcare workers and patients.
Ethical
Easily accessible department; the infection control head office is located on the third floor of the cooperative building. The infection control nurse’s office is located on the second floor, Annex building, in the Chest Diseases Hospital - Sabah Medical area. The department is ready for training, guiding, and auditing of all healthcare workers and patients.
Safety
Ensuring a safe environment is being provided for patients, healthcare workers, employees, and visitors, through monitoring of proper infection control practice, and patient empowerment.
Teamwork
Collaborating as a team of professionals. Applying critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making strategies. Displaying respect for diversity.
Education & Training
- Continuous upgrading of employees’ education and skills.
- Actively participating in the structured teaching of residents in the Microbiology Board.
- Training of Healthcare workers on Infection Control practice (doctors, nurses, and technicians)
- Training of hospital hotel service members.
Tailored Services for You
Implement and maintain evidence-based infection control policies to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases and ensure compliance with local regulations.
Provide continuous education and training for healthcare workers, patients, and visitors to promote effective infection prevention practices.
Identify, monitor, and control infection risks through regular assessments and adherence to best practices to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
Foster a culture of safety and collaboration across departments, encouraging accountability and continuous improvement in infection control.
