Pilot AMS program in veterinary practice

Develop and pilot an antimicrobial stewardship program appropriate for use in companion animal veterinary practices.

Lead organisation(s):

Australian Veterinary Association

Project type:
Activity
Status:
Complete
Description:

A pilot stewardship program has just been run for 12 months in the ACT small animal practices. It consisted of practice and practitioner surveys, including measuring antibiotic use as well as continuing education. The goal was to improve stewardship in practices and attempt to formalise a commitment to this process.

Timeframe:
March 2016 until December 2017

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