What is it and why is it important?
Course Description
Explore the alarming consequences of antibiotic overuse and suboptimal prescribing practices in veterinary medicine. Learn about the emergence of multi-resistant bacteria, including MRSA and MRSP, and their implications for both human and animal health. Gain valuable insights into the transmission of resistant strains between pets and humans, and the potential risks associated with hospitalization and antibiotic treatment. Stay informed and make informed decisions on antibiotic stewardship
Course Content
- How does antibiotic usage influence the development of resistance?
- Antibiotic stewardship - Developing a Practice Prescribing Policy.
- Principles of prescribing antibiotics.
- Selection of the most suitable antibiotic.
- Spectrum of activity and target organism.
- Pharmacokinetics and optimizing drug penetration and treatment.
- Duration of course. How long? As short as possible.
- Minimize the use of second line antibiotics and those reserved for life threatening human conditions.
Course Description
Explore the alarming consequences of antibiotic overuse and suboptimal prescribing practices in veterinary medicine. Learn about the emergence of multi-resistant bacteria, including MRSA and MRSP, and their implications for both human and animal health. Gain valuable insights into the transmission of resistant strains between pets and humans, and the potential risks associated with hospitalization and antibiotic treatment. Stay informed and make informed decisions on antibiotic stewardship.
Course content
- How does antibiotic usage influence the development of resistance?
- Antibiotic stewardship
- Developing a Practice Prescribing Policy.
- Principles of prescribing antibiotics
- Selection of the most suitable antibiotic
- Spectrum of activity and target organism
- Pharmacokinetics and optimizing drug penetration and treatment.
- Duration of course. How long?? As short as possible
- Minimize the use of second line antibiotics and those reserved for life threatening human conditions
Course Content
Ian Battersby
Ian graduated from Bristol University in 1998. Following periods working in mixed practice and small animal practice he returned to Bristol to complete a residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine. Ian was awarded the RCVS and European Diplomas in Small Animal Internal Medicine in 2005 and RCVS Specialist status in 2007.
Ian then moved to Davies Veterinary Specialists, a large multi discipline referral centre for 17 years during which he undertook a number of roles including Head of Medicine and Director. In 2022 Ian moved to lead the pharmaceutical stewardship program for Mars Veterinary Health.
Ian has worked on a variety of committees in different roles and chaired the Small Animal Medicine Society. Ian also chaired the group which developed the BSAVA/SAMSOC, ‘ARE YOU PROTECTING?’ antibiotic campaign. He was awarded the BSAVA Melton award in 2013 for meritorious contributions to small animal practice and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for Meritorious Contributions to Clinical Practice (MCCP) in 2017.
Ian’s other interests include rabies elimination in underdeveloped countries and he is chairman of the board of trustees of the charity Mission Rabies. He is also a member of the DEFRA Core Rabies Group and a member of the specialists advisory board for the charity Street Vet.