Alexandra Peters, PhD
Alexandra Peters, PhD, is the scientific lead for Clean Hospitals, a global network dedicated to making healthcare safer through improved environmental hygiene. She is based at the University Hospitals of Geneva Infection Control Program and World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Center on Infection Prevention and Control and Antimicrobial Resistance. She holds a PhD in Biomedical Science (Global Health track) and an MA in Science and Security. Her areas of expertise include health care environmental hygiene, hand hygiene, and health security.
Articles
The Evolution of Health Care Environmental Hygiene: A Long Overdue Shift in Infection Control
September 5th 2024This new column, Clean Hospital with Alexandra Peters, PhD, explores advancements in health care environmental hygiene, highlighting its growing recognition as a key component of infection prevention and honoring pioneers like Professor Stephanie Dancer.
Investment in Environmental Services Saves Money and Lives, Boosts Morale: An Example From Geneva
September 27th 2022Environmental services teams (EVS) are crucial players in ensuring patient satisfaction and combating health care–associated infections, yet, too many EVS teams are invisible. They deserve recognition, and this article by environmental hygiene experts explains why and how to give appreciation effectively.
