Dr. McGrath’s research interests include the epidemiology and prevention of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), including central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs). She is particularly interested in novel strategies to ensure equity in HAI prevention, the use of existing HAI surveillance systems to identify and mitigate inequities. 

Her clinical time is spent on the inpatient infectious diseases consult service and in general ID outpatient clinic, and she serves as an Associate Medical Director for Infection Prevention at Seattle Children’s Hospital. She loves partnering with teams throughout the hospital to work collaboratively to prevent and treat infections. She is also engaged in resident and medical student education and mentoring. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two young daughters, and dog.