The Global Threat Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is escalating into a silent pandemic, undermining decades of medical progress. Resistant infections already account for millions of deaths worldwide, and projections suggest the burden will continue to rise. Challenges in Practice Clinicians face pressure from patient expectations, diagnostic uncertainty, and systemic gaps that drive overprescription. Stewardship is often compromised by these realities, leading to further resistance.
Stewardship Strategies Embedding stewardship into daily practice—judicious prescribing, patient education, and infection control—can slow resistance. Clinicians are pivotal in balancing immediate patient needs with long-term public health. The physician’s role extends beyond treatment to advocacy for responsible antibiotic use. What strategies do you use to balance patient expectations with responsible…
