This document provides an overview of antibiotic use, including a review of common organisms, classes of antibiotics, antibiotic spectrum, dosing, and guidelines for surgical prophylaxis. It discusses the goals of preventing postoperative infections through appropriate antibiotic selection, timing of administration before surgery, and short duration of treatment. Recommendations are provided for different types of surgeries based on infection risk and likely pathogens.

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9. Antibiotic Spectrum

10. Vancomycin Dosing Nomogram

11. Vancomycin Dosing Nomogram

13. Sinai Antibiogram

20. Selection of Antimicrobial Agents

21. Selection of Antimicrobial Agents