What is a Surgical Site Infection (SSI)?
A surgical site infection (SSI) happens when germs enter the patient's body during a surgery or procedure.
What are we doing to prevent SSIs?
Our hospital uses prevention bundles that combine multiple evidence-based best practices to prevent SSIs.
- Download our Cardiothoracic Surgery (CTS) bundle
- Download our Spinal Fusion (SF) bundle
- Download our Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt (VPS) bundle
How can patients and families partner with us?
There is no such thing as "too safe" so please partner with us to provide the best and safest care possible
- Ask about and follow pre-procedure bath instructions
- Make sure doctors and nurses always wash their hands before touching the patient