Episode 4: Cleanse and Defend: A Talk about HIBICLENS

Does antiseptic skin cleansing have a place in the contiuum of care? How can CHG be applied beyond the perioperative area? Kim McCarthy interviews Pete Gross to learn more about HIBICLENS®, an antiseptic skin cleanser. Join this episode to learn answer the question “What is HIBICLENS®?” 

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 HIBICLENS® is approved for use to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease, for skin wound and general skin cleansing, as a surgical hand scrub, and as a healthcare personnel handwash.  It is an integral part of many hand hygiene and infection prevention protocols, but it is not approved as a standalone therapy to treat or prevent any specific infections.

About the speakers: 

Host: Kim McCarthy is a Clinical Director for the Post-acute division at Molnlycke where she has proudly worked for 7 years. 

A native of Mississippi, Kim received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Southern Mississippi, holds dual board certification as a Certified Wound and Ostomy Nurse (CWON), and a Master of Science in Nursing Adminstration (MSN) from the University of Mississippi. 

Guest: Pete Gross is currently the Senior Product Manager of Antiseptics and Staff Clothing at Molnlycke. Pete has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and has been in the medical device industry for over 15 years. In prior role and organizations, Pete has served as Sr. Global Marketing Manager, Surgical Sealants & Hemostats and as a former Supervisor and Technical Trainer / Aseptic Trainer with Tissue Processing Laboratory.