The antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist job market is looking better for job seekers, but the mix of positions and various unknowns can make the search for a position a major challenge. Here, a pharmacist going through the process of finding a stewardship pharmacist job discusses the topic. Authored By: Tristan Timbrook, Pharm.D., MBA, … [Read more...]

Antimicrobial lock therapy is used for treatment or prophylaxis of catheter-related bloodstream infections. This article discusses the topic, providing resources and practical insights. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS -AQ ID Central venous catheters provide direct access to a patient's bloodstream, which is an excellent mechanism for … [Read more...]

Treatment of drug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa presents a variety of challenges for healthcare providers. Here, two pharmacists with specialized infectious diseases and critical care training weigh in on the management of infections caused by drug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa.  Interview With: Karrine D. Brade, Pharm.D., BCPS & Jennifer C. Wilson, … [Read more...]

Infections due to Acinetobacter are among the most challenging to treat and in turn this organism has been called an "antibiotic nightmare." To identify and disseminate key points for the management of infections caused by this bacteria, an interview with Acinetobacter experts is provided here. Interview With: Darren W. Wong, M.D. & Brad Spellberg, M.D., … [Read more...]

Practicing antimicrobial stewardship in the emergency department is important towards ensuring the safe and appropriate use of antibiotics. To gain insights on this increasingly important topic, a leading emergency medicine pharmacist is interviewed.  Interview with: Nadia Awad, Pharm.D., BCPS Interview by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ … [Read more...]