At the edge of science and medicine a battle is being waged unseen to the naked eye. It is humans versus bacteria and when it comes to Gram negative bacteria, we humans are having a pretty hard time. Here, a top infectious diseases pharmacist and researcher in this field weighs in on some of the top unanswered clinical questions. Authored By: Jason Pogue, … [Read more...]
Reality Versus Expectation: Completing An Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Fellowship
Infectious diseases pharmacy fellowship is one avenue pharmacists can pursue to gain post-graduate training and advance their knowledge, particularly in the area of research. Here a recent infectious diseases pharmacy fellow reflects on her experience and shares what she has learned. Authored By: Kimberly C. Claeys, PharmD, BCPS The specialty of … [Read more...]
Rapid Diagnostic Tests For Infectious Diseases: 5 Things To Know
Rapid diagnostic tests have been identified as a game changer in the world of infectious diseases. Here, two infectious diseases pharmacists weigh in on the topic and identify several things to know about rapid diagnostic tests. Authored By: Jordan Wong, Pharm.D., BCPS & Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID In an era where … [Read more...]
Antibiotics In The Intensive Care Unit: A Pharmacist’s Perspective
Use of antibiotics in the intensive care unit is frequently necessary, many times with some of our most broad spectrum drugs. Here, an experienced critical care clinical pharmacist discusses antimicrobial use and antimicrobial stewardship within the intensive care unit. Authored By: Anthony (Tony) Gerlach, Pharm.D., BCPS, FCCP, FCCM [Last … [Read more...]
Common Antibiotics Flagged For Debilitating Toxicities
In May 2016 and July 2016 the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued safety alerts regarding the use of fluoroquinolone antibiotics. This includes ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, gemifloxacin and oflaxacin. The alerts are summarized and the topic is discussed here. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ … [Read more...]
