Dr. Stephen Williams’ IDSteward software revolutionizes antibiotic stewardship, earning top honors at 2024 ID Week’s IDea Incubator
Hillsborough, August 27, 2024 – ID Care is proud to announce that Dr. Stephen Williams has been selected as the winner in the Innovation in Telehealth and Technology Category at the 2024 ID Week’s IDea Incubator competition. His groundbreaking software, IDSteward, has also earned him a spot as a finalist for the prestigious IDea Incubator Innovator of the Year award. Dr. Williams will showcase his innovative project in a “shark-tank” style competition during IDWeek in October, where he will compete for additional honors, including the People’s Choice and Innovator of the Year awards.
IDSteward is a cutting-edge software solution designed to enhance antibiotic stewardship in long-term and post-acute care settings. The software built into IDSteward allows healthcare providers to efficiently oversee antibiotic usage by entering patient data into a computerized system, which is then reviewed by an advanced algorithm. This real-time data can be further evaluated by an infectious disease specialist or other provider through an app, adding an extra layer of oversight to ensure the highest standards of care.
By offering detailed reports and educational resources derived from the entered data, IDSteward supports healthcare facilities in meeting requirements of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, reducing staff workload and optimizing antibiotic usage. Facilities using IDSteward can save up to $6,000 annually in antibiotic costs when following the software’s recommendations – a significant financial and operational benefit.
Dr. Williams’ innovation stands out not only for its practical application in enhancing patient care but also for its potential to transform how long-term and post-acute facilities manage antibiotic stewardship. The success of IDSteward at the IDea Incubator underscores ID Care’s commitment to pioneering advancements in infectious disease management and telehealth technology.
For more information about IDSteward, please visit the website.
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