KyIP Training Center Team

The KyIP Training Center’s dedicated team brings together a diverse group of experts, including advanced practice nurse practitioners, research nurses, infection preventionists, biostatisticians, and administrative professionals, all working collaboratively to provide comprehensive and cutting-edge training in infection prevention and control. 

With their combined knowledge and experience, the KyIP Training Center team is committed to equipping healthcare professionals with the essential skills and expertise to tackle infectious threats and promote a safer, healthier future for our communities, ourselves, and the patients we serve.

The Nurse Team

Julia Frith, DNP, RN, CIC

Lead, KyIP Training Center

Melissa Forton, DNP, APRN

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Laurel Robinson, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Kirsten Trudeau, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Vanessa Fisk, RN, BSN, CCRP

Research Nurse

The Biostatistician Team

Stephen Furmanek, MPH, MS

Biostatistician

Chandler Thomas, MPH

Biostatistician

Salwa Rashid, MD, PhD(c)

Biostatistician