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Research

The objective of the research branch of the Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control Department at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions is to examine components of healthcare associated infections, healthcare related outcomes, and diverse issues related to spread of disease in the healthcare setting. We aim to understand risks for disease acquisition and the spread of epidemiologically important organisms to develop innovative approaches and tools to identify, prevent, and control these events that impact on patient safety. We hope to further the knowledge of epidemiology of healthcare associated infections, and work towards creating a safer, more satisfying atmosphere for our patients, visitors, and healthcare workers.

HEIC research is proud to be one of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) 7 national EPICENTERS OF EXCELLENCE. As part of the Epicenter program, we work collaboratively with 7 other pre-eminent academic medical centers, researching the most significant and prevelant infections and studing emerging issues facing healthcare settings across the country. See the Current Studies for more information on these projects.

Our areas of interest include:

  • New Therapies for VRE
  • Catheter Associated UTI
  • Catheter Associated BSI
  • Novel Surveillance for SSI
  • Invasive Fungal Infections
  • Antibiotic Manangement Programs
  • Innovative Training Methods
  • Studies Involving Pediatrics
  • Bioterrorism Programs


Click below to see a list of the projects we are currently working on
        Current Studies at HEIC


For more information on these studies or the HEIC Reseach Program
Contact HEIC Research:
550 Broadway St., Room 405, MD 21205 (410) 614-6206
or email the Research Coordinator Kathleen Hover