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Christopher J. Crnich, MD Print Friendly Page

Faculty, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Dr. Crnich has a general research interest in healthcare-associated infections among vulnerable elderly patients with a specific focus on antibiotic-resistance in long-term care facilities. 

Specialties

Infectious Diseases

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UW Hospital and Clinics
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Hospital Affiliation(s)

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics (primary)
Meriter Hospital, Veterans Hospital - Wm. S. Middleton Memorial (secondary)

Languages Spoken

English
Medical interpreters are available to help patients communicate with hospital and clinic staff. For more information, please contact interpreter services at (608) 262-9000.

UW School of Medicine and Public Health

Department of Medicine

Professional Certifications and Education

Board Certification Infectious Diseases
Internal Medicine
Fellowship University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI
Residency University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI
Medical School Rush Medical College, Chicago, IL, 1997

Programs & Conditions

  • Lyme Disease (Chronic/Confirmed)
  • MRSA
Research

Dr. Crnich’s research has utilized data collected from a prospective cohort study to better understand the transmission dynamics of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and fluoroquinolone-resistant Escherichia coli in Wisconsin nursing homes, elucidate the factors associated with acquisition of these pathogens, and begin to explore the role that different antibiotic classes play in this process.

PubMed Articles
Crnich CJ Drinka P . Predicting the Impact of Contact Precautions on Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Outcomes: Caution Up Ahead. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2013 Jun;34(6):646-7
[PubMed ID: 23651901]
Drinka P Podzorski RP Griffin V Crnich CJ . Antibiogram of Urinary Isolates. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2013 Mar 25;
[PubMed ID: 23537894]
Crnich CJ Duster M Hess T Zimmerman DR Drinka P . Antibiotic resistance in non-major metropolitan skilled nursing facilities: prevalence and interfacility variation. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2012 Nov;33(11):1172-4
[PubMed ID: 23041821]
Crnich CJ Drinka P . Medical device-associated infections in the long-term care setting. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2012 Mar;26(1):143-64
[PubMed ID: 22284381]
Drinka P Bonham P Crnich CJ . Swab culture of purulent skin infection to detect infection or colonization with antibiotic-resistant bacteria. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2012 Jan;13(1):75-9
[PubMed ID: 21621476]
Crnich CJ . Estimating excess length of stay due to central line-associated bloodstream infection: separating the wheat from the chaff. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2010 Nov;31(11):1115-7
[PubMed ID: 20923283]
Crnich CJ Safdar N Robinson J Zimmerman D . Longitudinal trends in antibiotic resistance in US nursing homes, 2000-2004. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2007 Aug;28(8):1006-8
[PubMed ID: 17620252]
Crnich CJ Maki DG . Are antimicrobial-impregnated catheters effective? When does repetition reach the point of exhaustion? Clin Infect Dis. 2005 Sep 1;41(5):681-5
[PubMed ID: 16080091]
Crnich CJ Halfmann JA Crone WC Maki DG . The effects of prolonged ethanol exposure on the mechanical properties of polyurethane and silicone catheters used for intravascular access. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2005 Aug;26(8):708-14
[PubMed ID: 16156328]
Crnich CJ Safdar N Maki DG . The role of the intensive care unit environment in the pathogenesis and prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia. Respir Care. 2005 Jun;50(6):813-36; discussion 836-8
[PubMed ID: 15913471]
Safdar N Crnich CJ Maki DG . The pathogenesis of ventilator-associated pneumonia: its relevance to developing effective strategies for prevention. Respir Care. 2005 Jun;50(6):725-39; discussion 739-41
[PubMed ID: 15913465]
Crnich CJ Maki DG . Are antimicrobial-impregnated catheters effective? Don't throw out the baby with the bathwater. Clin Infect Dis. 2004 May 1;38(9):1287-92
[PubMed ID: 15127342]
Crnich CJ Gordon B Andes D . Hot tub-associated necrotizing pneumonia due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Clin Infect Dis. 2003 Feb 1;36(3):e55-7
[PubMed ID: 12539092]
Maki DG Crnich CJ . Line sepsis in the ICU: prevention, diagnosis, and management. Semin Respir Crit Care Med. 2003 Feb;24(1):23-36
[PubMed ID: 16088522]
Crnich CJ Maki DG . The promise of novel technology for the prevention of intravascular device-related bloodstream infection. II. Long-term devices. Clin Infect Dis. 2002 May 15;34(10):1362-8
[PubMed ID: 11981732]
Crnich CJ Maki DG . The promise of novel technology for the prevention of intravascular device-related bloodstream infection. I. Pathogenesis and short-term devices. Clin Infect Dis. 2002 May 1;34(9):1232-42
[PubMed ID: 11941550]
Crnich CJ Maki DG . The Role of Intravascular Devices in Sepsis. Curr Infect Dis Rep. 2001 Dec;3(6):496-506
[PubMed ID: 11722805]
Safdar N Crnich CJ Maki DG . Nosocomial Infections in the Intensive Care Unit Associated with Invasive Medical Devices. Curr Infect Dis Rep. 2001 Dec;3(6):487-495
[PubMed ID: 11722804]