Antimicrobial stewardship – how you can make a difference (2019)
Overview
Antimicrobial resistance affects us all; without effective drugs, there are no cures. This webinar will help anyone wanting to improve their practice and become an advocate for antimicrobial stewardship.
Antimicrobial resistance is a very real threat to modern medical and veterinary healthcare. It is a one-health problem – humans and animals are exposed to similar drugs, and bacterial and resistance genes. This lecture will explore the nature of this threat and how we must preserve the efficacy of these drugs for the future. This will include practical advice on responsible antimicrobial use. We will also explore what drives us to use too many antibiotics and how we can cut back without compromising animal welfare.
Key learning outcomes
• Understanding the spread of antimicrobial resistance
• Key concepts in responsible antimicrobial use
• Key messages for your colleagues and clients
Presenters
Dr. Tim Nuttall BVSc BSc CertVD CBiol MIBiol PhD MRCVS
Dr Tim Nuttall is a Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology. He did his clinical training and PhD at the University of Edinburgh before joining the University of Liverpool in 2001. He returned to the Dick Vet as Head of Dermatology in 2013.
Tim has written over 100 clinical and scientific publications, presented over 150 lectures throughout the world, served on numerous scientific and clinical committees, and is on the editorial board of Veterinary Dermatology. In 2014 he received the BSAVA Woodrow Award.
Tim enjoys the Scottish mountains (completing the Munros last year), cycling and single-malt whisky.