William R. Jarvis Md

About the Author

Dr. William R. Jarvis, MD, is a distinguished infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist with over four decades of experience in hospital infection control and prevention. A former Chief of the Hospital Infections Program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), he has dedicated his career to combating healthcare-associated infections through rigorous research, policy development, and clinical practice. As co-editor of the authoritative textbook Bennett & Brachman's Hospital Infections, Dr. Jarvis has made significant contributions to the field, providing clinicians and researchers with essential guidance on managing and mitigating infectious risks in medical settings. His work emphasizes evidence-based strategies to enhance patient safety and public health, earning him widespread recognition among peers and institutions worldwide.