CHOP Infectious Diseases

We wrap up #AntibioticAwarenessWeek with an introduction to our very own antimicrobial stewardship team! @KatieChiotos @RebeccaSame @jeffreysgerber @tmetjian @LeahPharmD_ID and Kimberly Pough (1/4)

One of the biggest public health threat is antibiotic resistance. This is especially troublesome after the COVID-19 pandemic, deciding when is it appropriate to use antibiotics? (1/7)

Let’s start the week with a quizzo to test your knowledge on some concerning side effects and ways YOU can become a better steward! ASP monitors IV-to-PO switch opportunities, assesses beta-lactam allergies, promotes appropriate duration of therapy and so much more!#USAAW22 (1/4)

With RSV, influenza and Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) on the rise, it can be difficult to decide when and what antibiotics to use. Rest assured, a macrolide is usually not needed in our pediatric patients aged 5 or less. Check out our tip for more information. (2/2)