Antimicrobial Stewardship

The Albury Day Surgery follows Antimicrobial Stewardship policies and regularly reports the use of Preventative Antibiotic use both intraoperatively and via prescription to both our Medical Advisory committee and Consumers. 
The use of prophylaxis antibiotics in our facility is monitored carefully. 

All patients who are prescribed antibiotics or given antibiotics intraoperatively are given an information sheet which can be found here. Patients will also be spoken to by their Surgeon or Anaesthetist regarding your antibiotics. 

Preventative Antibiotic use statistics September - November 2025 

What antimicrobial stewardship is

Antimicrobial stewardship refers to the ongoing, systematic effort within healthcare settings to ensure antimicrobials are prescribed and used appropriately. This includes:

• Monitoring antimicrobial use
• Improving prescribing practices
• Reducing inappropriate use
• Preventing antimicrobial resistance
• Educating clinicians and patients

ADS continually monitors who and why Antimicrobials are prescribed and also completes infection surveillance. The statistics listed shows how many patients were prescribed antimicrobials either intraoperatively or via a prescription.