I have worked as a Medical Scientist for thirty years, twenty of which spent in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases diagnostic laboratories holding positions as Laboratory Manager & Scientific Head.
I have also worked as an external instructor, examiner, facilitator and organiser of microbiology courses and practical sessions and just recently for the SA Infection Control Service during COVID-19 pandemic.
I am currently employed in the IPCU of CALHN where my role extends all aspects of IC, applying scientific expertise in areas of surveillance, outbreak management, high consequence infectious disease preparation, data analysis, as well as reprocessing of medical equipment, reviewing new products /technologies, environmental cleaning and disinfection, water quality and ventilation.
I also enjoy the opportunity to participate in research and joint publications.