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.