Mission
The Antimicrobial Stewardship Program aims to optimize antimicrobial effectiveness using a structured institutional approach while minimizing the potential for adverse events, antimicrobial drug resistance and costs.
Objectives
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Advising best practice policies and guidelines for the use of antimicrobial agents at the MUHC;
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Educating health professionals on matters related to antimicrobials and their appropriate use;
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Tracking (surveillance) antimicrobial use within the institution;
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Reporting (feedback) information on antibiotic use and resistance profiles to relevant clinical and administrative staff;
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Researching the impact of specific interventions on antimicrobial use in the MUHC.