Vascular Access Special Interest Group

This initiative brings together two leading organisations committed to advancing best practices in vascular access and infection prevention. The VASIG will serve as a dedicated platform for ACIPC members with an interest in vascular access to share knowledge, collaborate on research, and contribute to the development of evidence-based guidelines that promote safe and effective vascular access care. The formation and evolution of the VASIG is supported by vascular access experts and researchers from AVAS.

Importantly, this collaboration aligns with NSQHS Standard 3: Preventing and Controlling Healthcare-Associated Infection, which explicitly connects vascular access to infection control. Vascular access devices are a common source of healthcare-associated infections, and as such, ACIPC members have a wealth of expertise to contribute to this space. The VASIG provides a timely and relevant opportunity to strengthen infection prevention strategies through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Through this partnership, AVAS and ACIPC aim to:

· Foster interdisciplinary collaboration between vascular access professionals and infection prevention specialists.

· Support education and professional development opportunities in vascular access.

· Promote innovation and research that enhances patient outcomes and reduces complications.

· Advocate for standards and policies that reflect the latest evidence in vascular access and infection control.

We invite ACIPC members and stakeholders across healthcare to engage with the VASIG and contribute to shaping the future of vascular access in Australasia.

For more information on how to get involved, please email: office@acipc.org.au