In this post some of the top infectious diseases articles of 2020 are identified.  Article Selection by: Bassam Ghanem, Pharm.D., MS, BCPS Post Construction by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP Posted 22 December 2020 What a year it has been! 2020 has been a stand-out year for infectious diseases - in both a good and bad way. On a positive note … [Read more...]

In this article five important things to know about extended spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL) are identified by a clinical microbiologist. Authored By: Jose Alexander, MD., D(ABMM), FCCM, BCMAS, SM, MB(ASCP) A special recognition and appreciation to Amy Carr, PharmD, BCIDP for her contribution and to this article. Last updated: 28 November 2020 1. If the Microbiology … [Read more...]

In this article shorter is better with antibiotics is discussed, with highlights of lessons and resources. Authored by: Mira Maximos, PharmD, MSc, ACPR, BScPhm, BHSc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3A6v-EpmdH8&feature=youtu.be Last updated: 18 December 2020 Shorter is better with antibiotics refers to shortening the number of days an … [Read more...]

In this article antimicrobial stewardship in Bangladesh is discussed. Interviewee: Md Jahidul Hasan, M.Pharm. Interviewer: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS Posted 27 October 2020 Antimicrobial use and resistance varies geographically, but across the world antimicrobial stewardship (AS) and antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) can serve … [Read more...]

In this article a current pharmacy student discusses how she is preparing during pharmacy school to handle antibiotic orders as a future clinical pharmacist.  Authored By: Deidra Lee, MHA, Pharm.D. Candidate 2021 Posted 18 October 2020 During our final year of pharmacy school, we typically apply the didactic training received and learn to be … [Read more...]