A5033250111- Antibiotic Use and Resistance
- Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing
- Patient Satisfaction in Healthcare
- Antimicrobial Resistance in Staphylococcus
- Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions
- Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment
- Antibiotics Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy
- Healthcare Systems and Technology
- Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Reactions
- Antifungal resistance and susceptibility
- Urinary Tract Infections Management
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
- Contact Dermatitis and Allergies
- Nosocomial Infections in ICU
- Nail Diseases and Treatments
- Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
- Healthcare Policy and Management
- Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment
- Clostridium difficile and Clostridium perfringens research
- Fungal Infections and Studies
- Primary Care and Health Outcomes
- Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
- Clinical Laboratory Practices and Quality Control
- Healthcare Quality and Satisfaction
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
Pfizer (United States)
2025
Virginia Commonwealth University
2016
University of Houston
2015
Visiting Nurse Associations of America
2014
Cardinal Health (Switzerland)
2012
Cardinal Health (United States)
2008-2012
Abstract Background Complicated urinary tract infections (cUTIs) arise in patients with structural or functional abnormalities of the genitourinary those nonurogenital comorbidities. cUTIs are common older catheterized persons and can be associated high healthcare resource utilization (HCRU). We conducted a systematic literature review to understand economic burden cUTI. Methods A was using PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, EconLit databases identify observational studies evaluating cUTI, including...
that legalization of recreational marijuana is associated with increased traffic fatality rates.Applying these results to national driving statistics, nationwide would be 6800 (95% CI, 4200-9700) excess roadway deaths each year.Despite certain methodological differences, we found an increase similar reported by Aydelotte et al. 4 They 1.8 fatal crashes (equivalent 2.0 fatalities) per BVMT.We concur their opinion changes may not detected immediately after but only a longer time period or...
Abstract In a study of 121 hospitals from 38 US states, 44% had access to an allergist for inpatient consultations and 39% penicillin skin testing, indicating that the majority lack sufficient resources address allergies.
Rapid diagnostic technologies (RDTs) significantly reduce organism identification time and can augment antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP) activities. An electronic survey quantified familiarity with utilization of RDTs by clinical pharmacists participating in ASPs. Familiarity was highest polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Formal infectious diseases training the only significant factor influencing RDT familiarity. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2017;38:863–866
The epidemic Clostridioides difficile ribotype 027 strain resulted from the dissemination of 2 separate fluoroquinolone-resistant lineages: FQR1 and FQR2. Both lineages were reported to originate in North America; however, confirmatory large-scale investigations C epidemiology using whole genome sequencing has not been undertaken United States.Whole single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) analysis was performed on 76 clinical isolates obtained hospitalized patients Texas with infection compared...
Background In July 2007, the Pharmacy Department at Suburban Hospital implemented an antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP) using existing clinical pharmacy resources that did not include on-site infectious diseases (ID) pharmacist. Medical staff personnel were supportive of ASP, but there no ID physician actively dedicated to program. Remote access pharmacist was available. Objectives This evaluated impact a pharmacy-driven ASP on cost, utilization, and quality indicators in community...
The most important articles pertaining to infectious diseases (ID) pharmacotherapy published in 2012, as nominated and ranked by panels of pharmacists physicians with ID expertise, are summarized.Members the Houston Infectious Diseases Network were asked nominate on research prominent peer-reviewed journals during period January 1-December 31, a major impact field pharmacotherapy. A list 42 general ID-related topics 8 human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection or acquired syndrome (AIDS)...
Significant publications on infectious diseases (ID) pharmacotherapy in 2007 were compiled and summarized.On January 2, 2008, the 21 members of Houston Infectious Disease Network (HIDN) asked to select an article that was published a peer-reviewed journal between 1 December 31, 2007, write summary highlighting why significant diagnosis or treatment ID. Articles selected based prior "top 10" presentations at major ID pharmacy meetings listed as articles prominent journals. Priority given...
Journal Article Health-care-associated infections: The legislative perspective and the pharmacist's role Get access Kristi M. Kuper, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCPS Clinical Director Infectious Disease, Affairs, Cardinal Health, Houston, TX Address correspondence to Dr. Kuper at Department of 1330 Enclave Parkway, 77077 (kristine.kuper@cardinalhealth.com). Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic Google Scholar Edward J. Septimus, M.D., FACP, FIDSA, FSHEA Medical Infection Prevention,...
Abstract Background Procalcitonin (PCT) guidance alone or in conjunction with antibiotic stewardship programs (ASP) has been shown to reduce utilization and duration of therapy without adversely affecting patient outcomes. Methods In a community hospital, we investigated the impact PCT ASP recommendations on length stay (LOS), antimicrobial (LOT) after recommendation, total LOT over one-year period. Adult patients at least one value concomitant were included. Patients grouped by provider...
Abstract We used multivariable analyses to assess whether meeting core elements was associated with antibiotic utilization. Compliance 7 versus not doing so higher use of broad-spectrum agents for community-acquired infections [days therapy per 1,000 patient days: 155 (39) vs 133 (29), P = .02] and anti-methicillin-resistant S. aureus 145 (37) 124 (30), .03].
Purpose: To describe antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) of acute and long-term care (LTAC) hospitals in Houston, Texas. Methods: Two-part survey to clinical pharmacists pharmacy directors. All LTAC facilities from the Harris County Medical Society database were invited participate. Results: In part 1 telephone survey, 82 within county, contacted by which 51 responded (response rate: 62%). Of respondents, 55% (n = 28) reported having an active ASP 8% 4) planned implementation 12...
Abstract Objectives: To identify characteristics of US health systems and end users that report antimicrobial use resistance (AUR) data, to determine how NHSN AUR data are used by hospitals users, barriers reporting. Design: An anonymous survey was sent Society Infectious Diseases Pharmacists (SIDP) for Healthcare Epidemiology America (SHEA) Research Network members. Methods: Data were collected via Survey Monkey from January 21 February 21, 2020. Respondent hospital analyzed using...