Evaluation of a Geographic Screening Protocol for Chronic Parasitic Infections Before Kidney Transplant: An Institutional Experience in Minnesota.

Pretransplant recommendations advise risk-based screening for strongyloidiasis, schistosomiasis, and Chagas disease. We evaluated the implementation of a chronic parasite screening protocol at a health system in a nonendemic region serving a large foreign-born population. Candidates listed for kidney transplant at Hennepin Healthcare (Minneapolis, MN) between 2010 and 2020 were included.

Hospital pharmacy acquisition of nonstocked antimicrobials-current processes and areas for improvement.

Background: The delivery of prompt and appropriate antimicrobial therapy for life-threatening infections is an important antimicrobial stewardship measure and a priority for hospitals.

Objectives: To better understand U.S.