Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is a coordinated effort that promotes the appropriate use of antibiotics. In this episode, we'll be discussing how the pandemic has impacted AMS and the prescribing trends. We are joined by Dr. Allison Weinmann, infectious diseases physician at Henry Ford Health System and Medical Director of its Antimicrobial Stewardship Program.

Hosted by:

Silvia Quevedo, CAE

About our Guest:

Dr. Allison Weinmann, MD, Antimicrobial Stewardship Director, Henry Ford Hospital

Dr Allison Weinmann is an infectious diseases physician at Henry Ford Health System and Medical Director of its Antimicrobial Stewardship Program. She is a Clinical Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at Wayne State University. Dr. Weinmann leads the health system’s immunization committee and has played a key role in Henry Ford’s preparation and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Weinmann earned her medical degree from Monash University in Australia. She completed her specialty training at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne and additional training at the Mayo Clinic before coming to Detroit.