Amidst the current crisis in which our existing antimicrobial drugs are not always effective, CARB-X is working to accelerate antibacterial drug development that can one day save lives. Learn here about CARB-X in an interview with the Executive Director, Professor Kevin Outterson. Interview with: Kevin Outterson, J.D., LL.M. Interview by: Timothy P. … [Read more...]
5 Interesting Things About Serratia marcescens
Serratia marcescens is an important clinical pathogen in human medicine today. Here, an infectious diseases pharmacist identifies 5 interesting things about this Gram negative bacterium. Authored By: Timothy Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated 17 September 2017] Serratia marcescens is a rod-shaped Gram negative bacterium of the … [Read more...]
An Overview Of Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy Practices
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) provides a method for keeping patients out of the hospital setting while allowing for treatment for serious infections. Here, a pharmacist with advanced training and experience in the area of infectious diseases discusses the topic. Authored By: Krutika N. Mediwala, Pharm.D., BCPS [Last updated: 26th … [Read more...]
Five Interesting Things To Know About Daptomycin
Daptomycin is an injectable antibiotic with activity versus a variety of Gram positive bacteria. Here, an infectious diseases pharmacist identifies five interesting things to know about daptomycin. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated 8-11-2017] When daptomycin (Cubicin) was first launched in November 2003 it was a … [Read more...]
5 Reasons To Become An Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist
A career within the pharmacy profession offers a dynamic range of settings and specialties in which to practice. In this article, an experienced pharmacist discusses reasons to become an antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated 8-1-2017] Choosing to become a pharmacist is an … [Read more...]
