A Baker's Dozen of Top Antimicrobial Stewardship Intervention Publications in 2020

The number of articles related to antimicrobial stewardship published each year has increased significantly over the last decade. Keeping up with the literature, particularly the most innovative, well-designed, or applicable to one's own practice area, can be challenging. The Southeastern Research Group Endeavor (SERGE-45) network reviewed antimicrobial stewardship-related, peer-reviewed literature from 2020 that detailed actionable interventions. The top 13 publications were summarized following identification using a modified Delphi technique. This article highlights the selected interventions and may serve as a key resource for teaching and training, and to identify novel or optimized stewardship opportunities within one's institution.

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The number of articles related to antimicrobial stewardship has significantly increased over the past decade, with emphasis on innovative designs and practical applicability. The SERGE-45 network reviewed literature from 2020 and identified 13 significant publications, highlighting their importance as resources for teaching, training, and stewardship opportunities.