Corporate Director Infection Prevention
Emory Healthcare
Smyrna, Georgia
Kari has worked in healthcare for over 30 years as a Registered Nurse and discovered her passion for infection prevention and epidemiology 20 years ago. She is currently the Corporate Director of Infection Prevention at Emory Healthcare.
Kari has published and co-authored books and numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and continues to remain involved in the day-to-day challenges of infection prevention. She is the recipient of the Daisy Leadership Award for her contributions during the COVID pandemic response at Emory and has received recognition for her leadership and clinical achievements.
Kari received her Nursing Degree from New Mexico State University and her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Clinical Management and Leadership from George Washington University. She is certified in infection prevention and control (CIC) has been recognized as a Fellow of APIC (FAPIC) and is currently completing her Ph.D. in Translational Health Sciences at George Washington University. Kari lives in Atlanta with her partner and furbabies and enjoys gardening and travel.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose