What is the goal of the BuckeyeASP certification program?

The BuckeyeASP certification program is designed to facilitate the transition to private practice. This means that it aims to support healthcare practitioners, particularly those moving from academic settings or other environments, in successfully navigating the complexities of private practice, especially regarding the appropriate use and stewardship of antibiotics. This is particularly important given the challenges of maintaining effective antimicrobial stewardship in diverse practice settings.

While standardizing antibiotic usage, increasing access to antibiotics, and improving patient consultation times are all important aspects of healthcare practices, they do not specifically encapsulate the core objective of the BuckeyeASP certification program, which is more focused on easing the shift into private practice for healthcare providers. This transition is critical for providing quality patient care while ensuring that antibiotic stewardship principles are upheld in a private practice context.