There are many specialties within the profession of pharmacy. If infectious diseases is a specialty you are considering, this post can help you. Learn from an infectious diseases pharmacist here. Authored By: Timothy Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Originally Published April 2016] As a student pharmacist I tried to acquire experience in a … [Read more...]
5 Things To Remember About Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases is a specialty that nearly all healthcare workers must deal with, because all types of patients get infections. Here are some reminders about Infectious Diseases. Authored By: Timothy Gauthier, PharmD, BCPS-AQ ID The field of infectious diseases is vast and complex. Every day I find there is much more to learn, yet I have been studying and … [Read more...]
5 Things To Know About Antimicrobial Stewardship
In making progress towards preserving antibiotics for future generations it is of tremendous importance to get the message out about antimicrobial stewardship. It is a topic that spans the spectrum of healthcare professions and extends from hospitals into the community. Authored By: Timothy Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS AQ ID In 2015 I wrote an article for … [Read more...]
5 Things To Know About Patients Labeled With Penicillin Allergy
Penicillin allergy labels are common and have a tremendous impact upon the selection of an antibiotic. Unfortunately many of these penicillin allergy labels are inappropriate. The topic is discussed here. Authored By: Timothy Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID Penicillin allergy is something that significantly effects the lives of both patients and … [Read more...]
