Infection Control & Prevention

Throughout my years as an IPAC consultant, I’ve noticed that confusion over terminology is one of the biggest barriers to effective infection prevention. I’m Kamyab Ghatan, founder of Infection Shield Consulting, and today I’m going to clarify the essential infection control terms every healthcare professional should understand. Whether you’re reading regulatory guidelines, attending training sessions, […]

After years of investigating outbreaks and consulting with healthcare facilities across Canada, I’ve learned that understanding how infections spread is the foundation of effective prevention. I’m Kamyab Ghatan, founder of Infection Shield Consulting, and today I want to demystify the science behind infection transmission and share the evidence-based strategies that actually work to stop it.

As someone who’s dedicated my career to infection prevention and control, I’ve witnessed firsthand how proper IPAC protocols can mean the difference between a safe healthcare environment and a potentially dangerous one. I’m Kamyab Ghatan, founder of Infection Shield Consulting, and today I want to share what every healthcare worker truly needs to know about

After years of consulting with healthcare facilities across Canada, I’ve learned that the difference between a facility that merely survives inspections and one that truly protects patients and staff comes down to one thing: a well-designed, comprehensive infection prevention program. I’m Kamyab Ghatan, founder of Infection Shield Consulting, and I’ve helped dozens of facilities build

As the founder of Infection Shield Consulting and a certified IPAC professional who has worked extensively with dental practices across Canada, I’ve seen firsthand how critical proper infection prevention and control measures are in dental settings. Dental offices present unique infection control challenges that require specialized knowledge, rigorous protocols, and ongoing vigilance to protect both

As the founder of Infection Shield Consulting and a certified IPAC professional with over a decade of experience working with long-term care facilities across Canada, I’ve witnessed firsthand the critical importance of robust infection prevention and control programs in these vulnerable settings. Long-term care facilities face unique challenges that require specialized expertise and comprehensive protocols

In the landscape of Canadian healthcare, an unseen battle is waged daily. It’s a conflict not fought in operating rooms or emergency bays, but in every interaction, on every surface, and with every breath. The adversary is the healthcare-associated infection (HAI), a preventable crisis that has staggering consequences. Each year in Canada, more than 220,000

In a veterinary clinic, excellence is often measured by diagnostic skill, surgical precision, and compassionate care. Yet, underlying all these disciplines is a silent guardian: Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC). Far from being a simple matter of housekeeping, IPAC is a core clinical practice. A single breach in biosecurity can undo a veterinary team’s most

An infection outbreak is more than a health crisis; it’s a financial catastrophe waiting to happen. While facility managers are often aware of the direct costs associated with treating infections, a far greater threat lies beneath the surface. These are the hidden costs—operational disruptions, crippling legal battles, irreversible reputational harm, and spiraling staff turnover—that can

In the evolving landscape of healthcare, Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) remains a critical priority for protecting patients, staff, and visitors. As the founder of Infection Shield Consulting, I’ve guided numerous Canadian facilities in adopting innovative strategies to combat healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), which affect thousands annually and strain resources. With advancements in technology, digital tools