Infection Control and Sterilization Conference United Kingdom 2025

20-21 February 2025, Birmingham, United Kingdom

A Shield Against Infection: Leading Innovations in Sterilization and Prevention

Join healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry leaders at the Infection Control and Sterilization Conference, taking place on 20-21 February 2025 in Birmingham, UK. This event will explore the latest UK-specific innovations in infection prevention, from tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to reducing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). Learn how AI, robotics, and sustainable practices are transforming sterilization and aligning with the NHS’s net-zero goals. With a focus on post-Brexit regulatory challenges and national initiatives, this conference offers key insights, practical solutions, and valuable networking opportunities to advance patient safety and care.

Why Attend?
Who Should Attend?
Infection Control Practitioners
CCSD Staff
Public Health and Policymakers
Microbiologists and Epidemiologists
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Speakers

Agenda

20 February 2025

day one main conference

08:15

Registration and Refreshments 

08:50

Welcome note by Fortinus Events

08:55

Opening address from the Chairperson 

INFECTION CONTROL & PREVENTION IN HEALTHCARE

09:00

Keynote Presentation: Implementation of NHS’s Infection Control Guidelines 

  • Steps for aligning hospital protocols with national standards

 

09:30

Burkholderia vietnamiensis outbreak in an Adult ICU

  • Outbreak investigation 
  • Not always hi-tech despite the setting 
  • Outbreak closure

Breda O’Brien, Assistant Director of Nursing, University Limerick Hospital Group

10:00

Presentation Session Reserved for Title Sponsor

10:30

Networking and Tea Break/ One-on-One Meetings

11:00

Hand Hygiene Compliance: Challenges and Solutions 

  • Importance of hand hygiene in infection control 
  • Barriers to achieving high compliance rates 
  • Technological solutions for monitoring and promoting hand hygiene 
11:30

Presentation Session – Reserved for Partner

12:00

How does the Pseudomonas aeruginosa get into our wee? Is this nosocomial? 

  • An audit presentation on the likely origins of the Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates in the urine samples. 
  • The aim of investigation is to find a potential link between Pseudomonas colonisation and previous urological interventions. 
  • The lecture also covers the decontamination of the urological instruments. 

Monika Pasztor,Consultant Microbiologist, East Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

12:30

Optimizing Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs 

  • Data-driven strategies (using EHR’s and CDSS to track antibiotic use and monitor resistance trend) 
  • Impact of rapid diagnostic testing 
13:00

Networking Lunch Break/ One-on-One Meetings 

14:00

Infection Control in High-Risk Areas: ICUs and NICUs 

  • Specific challenges in controlling infections in critical care units 
  • Best practices and protocols for high-risk patient populations 
  • Role of specialized infection control teams 
14:30

Presentation Session – Reserved for Partner 

15:00

Machine Learning and AI in Predicting Infection Outbreaks 

  • AI integration with surveillance systems 
15:30

Networking and Tea Break/ One-on-One Meetings 

16:00

Permanent Protocol Changes and Innovations In PPE 

  • Standardize PPE protocols across all HC settings 
  • Enhanced PPE designs which offer more comfortable and breathable protection, reusable, enhanced filtration and integrated communication devices attached 
  • Regular training and drills to ensure all HC workers are proficient in correct use of PPE
16:30

Future Directions in Infection Control Research 

  • Latest research on microbiomes and antimicrobial agents 
  • Advanced Pathogen Detection and Surveillance-Rapid testing, POCT, Genomic Sequencing, Real Time Data Analytics and AI which can track and predict outbreaks 
17:00

Panel Discussion: Global Infection Control Standards vs. Local Adaptations 

  • Importance of adhering to global standards 
  • Necessity of local adaptations to address specific needs 
  • Outbreak management and preparedness 
  • Case studies highlighting successes and challenges 
17:30

Closing Remarks from the Chairperson 

17:35

end of day one

21 February 2025

day two main conference

08:15

registration and refreshments

08:55

Welcome Back Address from the Chairperson 

STERILIZATION & DECONTAMINATION IN HEALTHCARE

9:00

Keynote Presentation: Sustainable Practices In CSSD 

  • Reusable instruments to combat waste generated from single use instruments 
  • Energy efficient sterilization processes-Steam sterilizers 
  • Waste management and Recycling for proper disposal of hazardous waste 
09:30

Columbus’ egg for Pandorra’s boxBorescope inspection for flexible endoscopes

  • The cleaning and disinfection of (high risk) flexible endoscopes is a multi-step approach 
  • The cleaning and disinfection of (high risk) flexible endoscopes should be regularly checked 
  • New ways for the checks are the future? 

Harry Oussoren, Accredited Sterile Medical Device Expert, Amsterdam UMC

10:00

Presentation Session – Reserved for Partner 

10:30

Networking Tea Break/ One-on-One Meetings 

11:00

Case Studies And Evaluation Of Robotic Cleaning (Case Studies On Hospital Cleaning Robots Vs. Traditional Methods) 

  • Comparative study in multiple facilities and large hospitals 
  • Implications on patient safety and cost 
  • Operational efficiency and risk of cross contamination 
11:30

Endoscope Decontamination – a unique challenge in Infection Control 

  • Burden of Healthcare-Associated Infection- evidence of endoscope-associated infection  
  • Why endoscopes create a unique challenge for Infection Control  
  • Best Practice for Endoscope Decontamination 

Harry Oussoren, Accredited Sterile Medical Device xpert, Amsterdam UMC

12:00

Special Considerations for Cleaning and Sterilizing Robotic Instruments, Protocols For Ensuring Sterility Without Damaging Delicate Equipment 

  • Cleaning protocols-Precleaning, manual cleaning and avoid harsh chemicals to prevent chemical damage to the electrical part 
  • Sterilization protocols-low temperature methods 
  • Post sterilization handling and storage 
12:30

Panel Discussion: Outsourcing Sterilization Services vs. In-House CSSD 

  • Cost-effectiveness and quality control of outsourcing sterilization services
  • Benefits and risks of maintaining in-house CSSD operations 
  • Impact on patient safety and infection control 
13:00

Examination Of Plasma Sterilization and UV Light Efficacy 

  • Plasma sterilization advantages-effective for heat and moisture sensitive materials 
  • UV light sterilization-damages DNA RNA of micro-organisms by disinfecting surfaces and air 
13:30

Panel Discussion: Centralized vs. Decentralized Sterilization Services 

  • Panel Discussion: Centralized vs. Decentralized Sterilization Services 
  • Impact on workflow, logistics, and challenges and costs associated with meeting rigorous regulations 
  • Balancing flexibility and innovation with compliance 
14:00

Closing Remarks from the Chairperson 

14:05

Networking Lunch Break/ One-on-One Meetings 

15:05

End of Conference

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