Dhaka:Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. FM Siddiqui emphasized the importance of regularly practicing and implementing Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols to prevent patients from contracting new infections while receiving hospital treatment.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Professor Siddiqui made these remarks as the chief guest at the opening ceremony of a four-day training workshop titled 'Infection Prevention and Control' held at BMU's Super Specialized Hospital. The event marked the beginning of a new chapter in the university's commitment to infection prevention, with the Vice-Chancellor unveiling a new manual on IPC.
The Vice-Chancellor stressed the necessity for not only physicians but also hospital officials, nurses, and other staff to be trained in IPC measures, which are crucial for modern hospital management. The training program initially targets faculty members and physicians, with plans to gradually include hospital officials, nurses, and other employees.
Prof Siddiqui urged participants to absorb all aspects of the training diligently and expressed hope that IPC protocols would be adhered to through consistent practice. Other speakers at the event emphasized the need for a central sterilization department, trained manpower, visitor regulation, regular training, and strengthened infection surveillance. They also advocated for adequate equipment, budget allocations, regular audits, and departmental accountability to prevent hospital infections.
The program was chaired by BMU Pro Vice-Chancellor (Administration) and Chairman of the Infection Prevention and Control Committee, Professor Dr. Md Abul Kalam Azad. Special guests included Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development) Professor Dr. Md Mujibur Rahman Hawlader, Registrar Professor Dr. Md Mustafa Kamal, and Hospital Director Brigadier General Dr. Irtika Rahman. BMU Infection Prevention and Control Committee Member Secretary Dr. Kazi Ali Aftab and WHO Transfusion Medicine Specialist Dr. Murad Sultan also attended, along with deans, teachers, and physicians from BMU.