What can be assessed?
We assess recurrent urinary infections, bone, joint and prosthetic infections, and infections related to hospital care. We also review patients continuing treatment after discharge or needing coordination with another specialty.
A persistent infection does not always require a different antibiotic. We review the diagnosis, cultures, previous treatment and progress to determine what needs further assessment and which specialists should be involved.
OPAT: outpatient IV antimicrobial therapy
Selected, clinically stable patients may receive IV antimicrobial treatment as outpatients. The office offers assessment for this approach with Infectious Diseases follow-up.
We first review whether IV treatment is necessary or whether an appropriate oral option exists. The decision considers the drug, vascular access, monitoring tests and ability to attend follow-up. This approach is not suitable for every patient or infection.
Continuity and treatment monitoring
Bring your discharge summary, complete cultures, recent tests and prescribed regimen. Duration, laboratory monitoring and review visits are individualized. Complications or a need for hospital care require reassessment of the outpatient plan.
Arrange an assessment before attending for an infusion: booking a consultation does not authorize a particular IV treatment regimen.
When urgent care is needed
If you have difficulty breathing, confusion, fainting or rapid deterioration, go to an emergency department. WhatsApp and the booking page do not provide emergency monitoring.
Clinical information sources
These sources support the general information; they are not endorsements of the practice.