Long-Acting Lipoglycopeptides for Skin and Soft Tissue Infections : Implementation Into Practice
- Author
- Kyle Molina PharmD BCIDP
- Published
- Tue 08 Aug 2023
- Episode Link
- https://idpodcast.simplecast.com/episodes/using-lipoglycopeptides-IZuvLojC
In this episode, Kyle Molina, PharmD, BCIDP, discusses key considerations for successful implementation of long-acting lipoglycopeptides into clinical practice. Listen as he gives perspectives on:
- Reasons to consider use of long-acting lipoglycopeptides (eg, poor adherence to oral antibiotics, PICC-related costs and complications)
- Data supporting and challenging cost effectiveness of long-acting lipoglycopeptides
- Identifying the target patient population
- Selecting the right location to provide long-acting lipoglycopeptides
- Strategies to maximize institutional impact with key stakeholders (eg, hospital avoidance, reduced ED and hospital length of stay)
- Key characteristics of available long-acting lipoglycopeptides
- Addressing logistical challenges, including navigating the reimbursement process
Faculty:
Kyle Molina, PharmD, BCIDP
Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist
Scripps Green Hospital
La Jolla, California
Link to full program:
- CCO: https://bit.ly/3J4mg8h
- ProCE: https://bit.ly/3P0vB4E
