We are pleased to announce that Dr. Richard Martinello, a renowned infectious disease specialist, has joined our advisory board as chief medical advisor. Dr. Martinello’s extensive experience and expertise will be invaluable as we continue to develop innovative solutions to combat infectious diseases.
Dr. Martinello, a Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the Yale School of Medicine, is board certified in adult and pediatric infectious diseases and completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the Indiana University School of Medicine, with further training in adult and pediatric infectious diseases and healthcare epidemiology at Yale. He is a recognized authority in the field, with a focus on healthcare epidemiology, antimicrobial stewardship, and the prevention of healthcare-associated infections. His research interests include the epidemiology and prevention of healthcare-associated infections, particularly those caused by multidrug-resistant organisms. Further, he is also passionate about improving the appropriate use of antimicrobials and developing innovative strategies to combat infectious diseases.
Currently, Dr. Martinello serves as the Senior Physician Director of Infection Prevention for Yale New Haven Hospital and the Yale New Haven Health System. Prior to this, he held the position of Chief Consultant for Clinical Public Health for the Department of Veterans Affairs. In these leadership roles, he has spearheaded teams dedicated to developing programs, policies, and processes aimed at preventing healthcare-associated infections, optimizing care for individuals with chronic viral infections, and enhancing the overall safety and quality of patient care. Additionally, Dr. Martinello leads an active research program and receives funding from the CDC for his work focused on improving infection prevention and control.
Dr. Martinello’s deep understanding of infection prevention and control will be instrumental in guiding XCMR’s research and development efforts. His insights will help us ensure that our technologies are not only effective but also practical and implementable in real-world healthcare settings. We are particularly excited about Dr. Martinello’s expertise in antimicrobial stewardship and his commitment to combating the growing threat of antibiotic resistance. His guidance will be crucial as we develop solutions that can help reduce the reliance on antibiotics and promote more sustainable infection control practices.
Dr. Martinello is eager to collaborate with the XCMR team and contribute to our mission of creating a safer and healthier world. He believes that XCMR’s innovative technologies have the potential to make a significant impact in the fight against infectious diseases. With Dr. Martinello’s guidance and expertise, XCMR is poised to continue developing groundbreaking solutions that protect people and communities worldwide. We’re honored to have him on board and look forward to a fruitful collaboration.
