I have 17 years of experience, and specialize in the field of clinical microbiology with specific knowledge in the areas of hospital-acquired infections, antimicrobial-resistant microorganisms and Legionella pneumophila colonized water supplies. I have published on such topics as pandemic flu, antimicrobial resistant microorganisms and fungal infections. I have contributed to a reduction in Legionella pneumophila infections in our hospital and in our community, mainly through the implementation of prompt diagnosis and surveillance of contamination sources.