Amy R.
About Amy R.
Amy R. serves as the Medical Director of Infection Prevention at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, a position she has held since 2019. With extensive experience in infectious diseases and infection control, she has held various leadership roles in healthcare and academia over the past two decades.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Amy R. has served as the Medical Director of Infection Prevention at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, since 2019. In this role, she oversees infection prevention strategies and initiatives, ensuring compliance with best practices in healthcare settings. Her responsibilities include developing protocols to reduce infection rates and educating staff on infection control measures.
Previous Roles at University Hospitals
Prior to her current position, Amy R. held multiple roles at University Hospitals. From 2015 to 2019, she was the Associate Division Chief of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine. Additionally, she served as the System Chair of Infection Control from 2008 to 2019 and as Co-Chair of Infection Control from 2006 to 2011. She also chaired the Infection Control Committee from 2006 to 2012, contributing to the development and implementation of infection control policies.
Education and Expertise
Amy R. earned her M.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, completing her studies from 1997 to 2001. She also holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the same institution, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. Her expertise includes dual board certifications in Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine, and she is licensed by the Ohio State Medical Board.
Background in Academia
Amy R. has an academic background as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine at Case Western Reserve University from 2012 to 2015. In this role, she contributed to medical education and research in infectious diseases, enhancing the training of future healthcare professionals.
Specialization in Infection Control
Amy R. specializes in hand hygiene practices and their implementation in healthcare settings. Her expertise extends to serving as an expert witness in cases related to infection control and epidemiology, demonstrating her knowledge and authority in the field.