Global Perspectives Shape Infection Control Dialogue at International Therapy Conference
Recognizing the unique challenges of infection prevention in under-resourced health care systems is crucial for globally reducing patient risk.
On April 26, Victor D. Rosenthal, M.D., Ph.D., research associate professor, delivered a keynote address at the 2025 Infusion Nurses Society (INS) Annual Meeting in Las Vegas. He presented research and practical strategies for preventing central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) and peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) infections in low-resource settings.
Dr. Rosenthal leads research efforts involving over 2,500 investigations within his consortium.
In his presentation, Dr. Rosenthal utilized data and case studies from the International Nosocomial Infection Control Consortium (INICC), a global collaborative network he founded in 2002 that has pioneered research on hospital-acquired infections (HAI) across 45 countries.
The INS Annual Meeting convenes clinicians, researchers, and health care leaders from across the globe. Dr. Rosenthal’s lecture highlighted the disparities in HAI outcomes between low-resource and high-income settings, while offering evidence-based tools to reduce preventable harm.
“This session was an opportunity to elevate real-world challenges and solutions that affect millions of patients worldwide,” said Dr. Rosenthal. “Many attendees shared how often my work is cited in clinical research and education. I was genuinely touched by their remarks, which reflect the collective impact of our efforts over the years.”
Dr. Rosenthal has published over 425 scientific publications, which have been cited more than 30,000 times.
Drawing from this extensive body of work, he outlined the global burden of CLABSIs and PIVC infections, emphasizing how deficiencies in infrastructure, staffing, and access to essential medical supplies contribute to higher infection rates and poorer outcomes in low-resource healthcare systems.
He then introduced infection prevention strategies supported by INICC research, including practical, scalable interventions designed for facilities with limited resources.
Participants left the session with a clearer understanding of:
The global epidemiology of CLABSIs and PIVC infections, along with regional variations.
Systemic barriers that hinder infection prevention in underfunded healthcare facilities.
Actionable, evidence-based strategies to enhance patient safety in resource-constrained environments.
“I am deeply grateful for the privilege of representing the University of Miami and our Department of Public Health Sciences on such a critical international stage,” said Dr. Rosenthal.
Through his keynote, Dr. Rosenthal advanced the global conversation on infection prevention in under-resourced settings, offering actionable insights to a global audience. His work continues to inform clinical practice and shape policy to reduce preventable harm across health care systems.
Written by Deycha Torres Hernández, published on May 21, 2025.
