CE Credit: 1 CM
This presentation will focus on 2 major emerging infectious pathogens, namely methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and influenza quasispecies (H1N1). This presentation will cover the biochemistry of both pathogens and their associated pathology. Epidemiological and statistical information will be presented concerning the prevalence, incidence, mortality, and morbidity of these organisms and associated diseases. Specific information will be related pertinent to nosocomial infections and those that occur in the natural reservoir. The target audience for this presentation includes scientific and healthcare professionals. Attendees will benefit by increased awareness of current research and physiology concerning these recent emergent infectious pathogens.
Speaker Bio
Brandon’s educational background includes a master’s degree in Health Science and a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science. He is an Arizona state registered microbiologist and is certified by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Environmental Protection Agency. He is the principle industrial hygienist for Environmental Consulting, Inc., and is also a faculty member in the disciplines of Biology and Microbiology at the community college and university levels. Mr. White's research focuses on quasispecies of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteriophage virulence towards clinically isolated antibiotic-resistant species of Pseudomonas. His areas of expertise in the field of microbiology are bacteriology, virology, and mycology.