Innovation Theater Lunch (Non-Accredited): Learn How to Help Your ABSSSI Patients Avoid Hospitalization

Sponsored by Abbvie.
Learn from a leading infectious disease specialist how you may help your patients with ABSSSI avoid hospitalization. Session Description: Learn about an antibiotic option for the treatment of ABSSSI that may help your patients avoid hospitalization. This session will cover the prevalence of SSSIs and their impact on the healthcare system. Reviews key insights from the Talan et al. study, “Factors associated with decisions to hospitalize emergency department patients with skin and soft tissue infections” and how identifying eligible patients for outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) may reduce costs. This non-CME presentation is held in conjunction with the SAWC Fall 2024 Meeting. The opinions and recommendations expressed do not necessarily reflect the view of HMP Education or SAWC. This program is not intended or eligible for continuing education (CME/CE) credits and does not meet guidelines governing CME/CE.