This text and table is intended for use as a study tool to assist people learning pharmacotherapy of common bacterial infections. Basic information on antibiotic spectrum of activity, FDA-approved indications, and a study table comparing ceftaroline and ceftobiprole is provided.  Authored by: Natalie Boyer, Pharm.D. Candidate 2025 Mentored by: Christina G. … [Read more...]

In this article a comparison of Rebyota versus Vowst is provided, to help learners differentiate these two fecal microbiota therapies. Authored by: Natalie Boyer, Pharm.D. Candidate 2025 Mentored by: Christina G. O'Connor, Pharm.D., PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP, AAHIV-M Disclaimer: This text and table is intended for use as a study tool to assist people … [Read more...]

In this article four experts from bioMérieux discuss microbiology strategies to advance antimicrobial stewardship, reflecting on a recent Xchat (Twitter Chat) on the topic.  Authored By: Katarzyna Wojcik, PMP, PhD, Andrea Prinzi, PhD, MPH, CPH, SM(ASCP), Amanda Suchanek, Ph.D., Jessica Blavignac There is no question that antimicrobial resistance … [Read more...]

In this article the host of the Let's Talk Micro Podcast (Luis Plaza Rios) is interviewed about his experience and learning clinical microbiology using podcasting via the Let's Talk Micro podcast.  Interviewee: Luis Plaza Interviewer: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCIDP Article Posted 1 December 2023 Podcasting has emerged as an incredible way to … [Read more...]

In this article 4 clinical pharmacists provide insights, pulling from their advanced experience with beta-lactam therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM). Authored By: Kathryn DeSear, PharmD, BCIDP, AAHIVP, FIDSA; Barbara Santevecchi, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP; Veena Venugopalan, PharmD, BCIDP; Lisa Vuong, PharmD Article Posted 28 November 2023 Beta-lactam … [Read more...]