Objectives
1. Discuss a new protocol for clarification/evaluation of reported penicillin allergy in specific patients
2. Explain the current issues related to vancomycin use and nephrotoxity
3. Understand laboratory tools (MRSA screenand Procalcitonin) to maximize appropriate antibiotic use for presumed pneumonia
Faculty
Jennifer J. Schimmel, MD
Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship
Erica Housman, Pharm D, BCPS
Clinical Pharmacist Infectious Disease
None of the members of the faculty and planning committee for this educational event have commercial relationships with any entity producing, marketing, re-selling or distributing health care goods and services consumed by or used on patients.
Session date:
Thursday, May 24, 2018 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Location:
Baystate Medical Center
759 Chestnut Street
C3350
Springfield, MA
01199
United States
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- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1.00 ANCC Contact Hours
- 1.00 BCIPE Instructional Hours