Michelle Doll

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Michelle Doll is a leading researcher in healthcare epidemiology and infection prevention, with a focus on evidence-based strategies to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Her work has significantly advanced the understanding of contact precaution discontinuation for methicillin-resistant *Staphylococcus aureus* (MRSA) and vancomycin-resistant *Enterococcus* (VRE), as demonstrated in her highly cited 2018 study (58 citations). This quasi-experimental analysis provided critical data supporting the safety and efficacy of relaxing contact precautions without increasing HAI rates, influencing clinical guidelines and hospital policies. Doll has also pioneered the use of touchless ultraviolet (UV) light robots for terminal room disinfection, emphasizing the vital role of audit and feedback in ensuring compliance and effectiveness. Her research on UV robot deployment (24 citations) highlights the importance of behavioral interventions alongside technological innovations. By bridging infection control theory with practical implementation, Doll’s work has directly impacted patient safety protocols in healthcare settings. Her contributions are essential reading for students and researchers interested in antimicrobial stewardship, environmental disinfection, and the real-world application of infection prevention measures.

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1. 1
   Impact of Discontinuing Contact Precautions for Methicillin-Resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> and Vancomycin-Resistant <i>Enterococcus</i> : An Interrupted Time Series Analysis

   58 citations · 2018
2. 2
   Deployment of a touchless ultraviolet light robot for terminal room disinfection: The importance of audit and feedback

   24 citations · 2017
3. 3
   Will Audit and Feedback Drive Compliance with UV Robot Disinfection?

   2 citations · 2017

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