2026 OASCA Infection Prevention Summit

Infection Prevention Summit on Mar 5 in Bridgeport—national experts, ASC-focused education, and CE credits to elevate safety and compliance.

Join Oregon's ambulatory surgery center community for a full-day summit dedicated to advancing infection prevention standards and elevating patient safety across outpatient surgical settings. This program brings together infection prevention specialists, ASC leaders, clinical staff, and industry partners for an engaging, education-rich experience.

This year we are doing a deep dive into your ASCs IP Program. Attendees will have access to IPCH units, AEU credits, and nursing CE hours where applicable. All sessions feature nationally recognized experts presenting the latest evidence-based strategies, emerging trends, regulatory updates, and practical solutions tailored to the ASC environment.

What to Expect:

• High-value education designed specifically for ambulatory surgery centers
• National speakers covering current infection prevention challenges and innovations
• Sessions eligible for IPCH units, AEU credits, and nursing CE’s
• Networking opportunities with peers, thought leaders, and industry partners
• Practical takeaways you can implement immediately within your facility

Who Should Attend:
Infection preventionists, ASC administrators, clinical directors, nurses, quality professionals, and anyone responsible for maintaining patient safety and regulatory compliance in the ASC setting.

Join us in the Tigard for a focused, forward-looking program that supports excellence in infection prevention and drives safer care for every patient.

Info: Check in, grab your name tag and socialize with your tribe - because normal people don't laugh at autoclave jokes

Info: IP Program Basics | Role of the ASC's IP/ SPD - Regulatory Responsibilities of the IP/SPD - NHSN, CMS, CDPHE & Your Accreditation Body - Requirements for your Prevention & Control Plan - Policies Review

Info: Ensuring Cleanliness: Best Practices for Managing High-Touch Surfaces in ASCs | Evaluating Third-Party Vendor Methodology for Quality and Compliance

Info: Oversight of occupational health and staff safety - Key responsibilities in sterile processing (SPD) - Environmental monitoring across pre-op, post-op, ORs, and common areas - Practical strategies for maintaining compliance and best practices - Tools to optimize workflows and protect both patients and staff

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Host or Publisher Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association