What are the best antimicrobial stewardship resources for your daily practice? In this article a pharmacist trained in antimicrobial stewardship and infectious diseases attempts to answer this question by identifying some of the most useful guidelines, apps, documents, and websites available. Authored by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ … [Read more...]
Insights On Being An Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist In Canada
In this article an antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist from Canada is interviewed. Insights and perspectives on the role of antimicrobial stewardship pharmacists in Canada are provided. Interview with: Bradley J. Langford, BScPhm, ACPR, PharmD, BCPS Interview by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated 25th December 2017] As the … [Read more...]
The PK-PD Compass: An Antimicrobial Steward’s New Best Friend
The complex science of antimicrobial pharmacokinetics (PK) and pharmacodynamics (PD) creates challenges for clinicians attempting to select the optimal therapy for sick patients. The app PK-PD Compass aims to simplify the decision making process and may serve as a valuable educational tool to antimicrobial stewardship programs. Interview By: Timothy P. … [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...]