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Weekly updates on new data and best practices in patient care for a variety of infectious diseases including COVID-19, HIV, and viral hepatitis, from Clinical Care Options. Gain practical strategies and earn CME/CE credit for selected episodes.

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    Key PBC Studies From EASL and DDW 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 18:54


    In this episode, Palak J. Trivedi, BSc, MBBS, PhD, MRCP, ESEGH​, discusses the most recent developments in primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) treatment, including cutting-edge data on new and emerging agents and how these updates may be integrated into your practice. Topics include:Steatotic liver disease and PBCVibration-controlled transient elastography (VCTE) and discordant biochemical responses in PBCPPAR agonists and IBATs for PBC treatment Presenter:Palak J. Trivedi, BSc, MBBS, PhD, MRCP, ESEGHAssociate ProfessorNIHR Birmingham BRCUniversity of BirminghamConsultant Hepatologist, Liver UnitUniversity Hospitals BirminghamBirmingham, United Kingdom Link to full program: https://bit.ly/4lKaO2HFollow along with the slides: https://bit.ly/44PPBysGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. 

    Expert Insights for Transforming Your Practice Into a Vaccine Center of Excellence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 36:22


    Listen as expert faculty answer your most pressing questions on optimizing immunization in clinical practice.Topics covered include:Practical methods for improving confidence in vaccinesHow to educate patients on vaccine development and safety monitoring Effective strategies to tailor recommendations, such as motivational interviewingWays to navigate clinical encounters and address vaccine hesitancyPresenters:Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, MACPProfessor of Internal Medicine and PediatricsUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesCollege of MedicineLittle Rock, ArkansasLitjen (L.J.) Tan, MS, PhDChief Policy and Partnership Office, Immunize.orgChair, National Adult Influenza Immunization SummitCo-Chair, Global Influenza InitiativeSt Paul, MinnesotaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/3I5jBh0Get access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Partnering With Patients for PBC Care: Actionable Strategies for HCPs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 13:45


    In this episode, Dr Gideon Hirschfield meets with patient advocate Jess Schnur to discuss challenges related to the diagnosis and management of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) to provide actionable strategies for healthcare professionals to incorporate into patient care, including:Disease concerns and frequently asked questions from a patient perspectiveManaging symptomsTreatment options and supportive careImportance of awareness and educationPresenters:Gideon Hirschfield, MA, MB BChir, FRCP, PhDLily and Terry Horner Chair in Autoimmune Liver Disease ResearchProfessor, Division of Gastroenterology and HepatologyUniversity of TorontoDirector, The Autoimmune and Rare Liver Disease ProgrammeDirector, Francis Family Liver ClinicToronto General Hospital, University Health NetworkOntario, CanadaJess N. Schnur, BSN-RNNational PBC Patient AdvocateAmerican Liver FoundationDonation Support Services CoordinatorLifeline of OhioColumbus, OhioTo learn more, see the programHear Me: Patient Perspectives on PBC

    PBC Perspectives: A Patient and HCP in Conversation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 27:29


    In this podcast, Sonal Kumar, MD, MPH, meets with patient advocate Maria Morais to discuss actionable steps that healthcare providers can incorporate into the care of people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). Listen as they discuss:The chronic nature of PBCGoing beyond biochemical markers to assess and address symptoms such as fatigue and pruritusThe importance of referral to patient support groupsPresenters:Sonal Kumar, MD, MPHAssistant Professor of MedicineDirector, General Gastroenterology and HepatologyWeill Cornell Medical CollegeNew York, New YorkMaria G. Morais, RNVP Patient AdvocacyCanadian PBC SocietyToronto, CanadaTo learn more, see the programHear Me: Patient Perspectives on PBC

    Debating the Role of ALP Normalization in PBC: Curbside Consults Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 21:00


    In this podcast, expert faculty, Dr Stuart Gordon and Dr Nancy Reau, use an illustrative patient case to explore the roles of ALP and other biochemical markers in PBC management, and explain what to expect from treatment. Topics covered include: How baseline ALP can affect ALP normalization after second-line treatment with elafibranor and seladelparPotential outcomes if ALP normalization cannot be achievedThe importance of managing fatigue, pruritus, and sleep disturbances independently of the biochemical responsePresenters:Stuart C. Gordon, MDProfessor of MedicineWayne State University School of MedicineDirector, Division of HepatologyHenry Ford HealthDetroit, MichiganNancy Reau, MDProfessor of MedicineRichard B. Capps Chair of HepatologyChief, Section of HepatologyAssociate Director, Solid Organ TransplantationRush University Medical CenterChicago, IllinoisTo learn more about PBC management, check out our program, Curbside Consults: Expert Insights on Challenges in PBC Management. Supported by educational grants from Gilead Sciences, Inc. and Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc

    Managing PBC Therapy for Patients With Cirrhosis: Curbside Consults Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 16:08


    In this podcast, expert faculty, Dr Stuart Gordon and Dr Nancy Reau discuss an illustrative patient case to demonstrate how they individualize primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) therapy for patients ​with cirrhosis. Topics covered include:AASLD guideline recommendations for second-line therapy for PBCConsiderations when using newer agents for second-line treatment of PBC in patients with cirrhosis: elafibranor and seladelparPresenters:Stuart C. Gordon, MD Professor of MedicineWayne State University School of MedicineDirector, Division of HepatologyHenry Ford HealthDetroit, MichiganNancy Reau, MD Professor of MedicineRichard B. Capps Chair of HepatologyChief, Section of HepatologyAssociate Director, Solid Organ TransplantationRush University Medical CenterChicago, IllinoisTo learn more about PBC management, check out our program, Curbside Consults: Expert Insights on Challenges in PBC Management.Supported by educational grants from Gilead Sciences, Inc. and Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc

    Innovations in NCFBE: Understanding the Patient Burden and Best Practices in Diagnostics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 23:32


    In this podcast, Brett M. Elicker, MD, and David E. Griffith, MD, ATSF, FACCP, FRSM, discuss the pathophysiology of non–cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFBE), the patient burden, and best practices with diagnosing NCFBE, including:The vicious vortex of NCFBE (ie, airway dysfunction, inflammation, infection)Cough as the most significant symptom and burdenImaging bronchiectasis with classic and inflammatory findingsDifferentiating the causes of NCFBE to inform patient carePresentersBrett M. Elicker, MDProfessor of Clinical RadiologyChief, Cardiothoracic Imaging DivisionDepartment of Radiology & Biomedical ImagingUniversity of California, San FranciscoSan Francisco, CaliforniaDavid E. Griffith, MD, ATSF, FACCP, FRSMProfessor of MedicineDivision of Mycobacterial and Respiratory DiseasesDepartment of MedicineNational Jewish HealthDenver, ColoradoProgram page: https://bit.ly/4mZbYsm

    Evaluating and Managing PBC Symptoms: Curbside Consults Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 18:43


    In this podcast, listen as experts Alan Bonder, MD, AGAF, and Aparna Goel, MD, discuss how they assess the symptoms of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) and explore how new therapeutic agents may help alleviate symptom burden. Topics include:Strategies and tools for assessing pruritusNonpharmacologic and pharmacologic management of pruritusSecond-line agents and their impact on pruritusInvestigational treatments for pruritusPresenters:Alan Bonder, MD, AGAFAssociate Professor of MedicineMedical Director of Liver TransplantDepartment of GastroenterologyBeth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterHarvard Medical SchoolBoston, MassachusettsAparna Goel, MDAssociate Clinical Professor of MedicineDivision of Gastroenterology and HepatologyStanford UniversityPalo Alto, CaliforniaContent based on an online CME program supported by independent educational grants from Gilead Sciences, Inc., and Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc​.To learn more about PBC management, check out our program, Curbside Consults: Expert Insights on Challenges in PBC Management.

    Defining Nonresponse to PBC Treatment: Curbside Consults Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 18:55


    How do you decide when to move from first-line to second-line treatment for primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)? In this podcast, listen as experts Alan Bonder, MD, AGAF, and Aparna Goel, MD, discuss this question and more, including:How and when to measure treatment responseEvidence-based goals of therapyConsiderations for second-line treatmentNew agents for second-line treatment: PPAR agonistsPresenters:Alan Bonder, MD, AGAFAssociate Professor of MedicineMedical Director of Liver TransplantDepartment of GastroenterologyBeth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterHarvard Medical SchoolBoston, MassachusettsAparna Goel, MDAssociate Clinical Professor of MedicineDivision of Gastroenterology and HepatologyStanford UniversityPalo Alto, CaliforniaContent based on an online CME program supported by independent educational grants from Gilead Sciences, Inc., and Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc​.To learn more about PBC management, check out our program, Curbside Consults: Expert Insights on Challenges in PBC Management.Supported by educational grants from Gilead Sciences, Inc. and Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc

    Listen Up: Time to Prioritize RSV Vaccination for Adults

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 66:50


    Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) significantly impacts adults, especially those over age 60 and those with chronic conditions.In this podcast, nurse practitioners Drs. Carrico and Stevenson discuss the underestimated burden of RSV. The podcast also explores practical strategies for increasing vaccine uptake that you can apply to your practice starting today so that you can protect your patients against RSV.Listen as they discuss:The Burden of Adult RSVRSV Vaccines for Adults: Data and RecommendationsRSV Vaccine UptakePractical Strategies to Increase RSV Vaccine Uptake Faculty:Dr. Ruth Carrico is a family nurse practitioner and senior consultant with Carrico & Ramirez, PLLC focused on infectious diseases, infection prevention and control, and vaccinology.  She is based in Louisville, Kentucky and is a Professor, adjunct faculty, with the University of Louisville School Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases. Dr. Carrico has received training specific for healthcare epidemiology at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in conjunction with the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta and the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA). Dr. Carrico has worked in the field of infectious diseases and infection control for more than thirty years.  Dr. Carrico also maintains a clinical practice focused on vaccines, vaccination, and immunization processes.Dr. Audrey M. Stevenson is a family nurse practitioner with over 40 years of clinical, public health, and leadership experience. Dr. Stevenson, who holds a master of public health and master of nursing degrees, received her doctorate in public health from the University of Utah. She formerly worked in public health for over 34 years and was the former Division Director of Family Health and Clinical Services of the Salt Lake County Health Department in Salt Lake City, Utah. She currently works as a consultant and teaches graduate FNP and MPH students at two universities. Dr. Stevenson is also a member of the statewide vaccine advisory board, where she collaborates on vaccine policies and recommendations for the state. Previously, Dr. Stevenson served as Vaccination Branch Director for the COVID-19 Incident Command for Salt Lake County, where she directed the vaccination strategies for 1.2 million residents of Salt Lake County. She has been a vaccine champion for over 30 years. Learn more:Download this practical infographic to help you integrate RSV vaccination into your clinical practice.https://bit.ly/43mzacqFor more information for nurses, subscribe to the PCE podcast channel on your favorite player! 

    Paving the Way: Overcoming Barriers to RSV Vaccination

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 25:46


    Listen in as Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACP, and Laura P. Hurley, MD, MPH, discuss barriers to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination for adults, including insurance coverage and vaccine hesitancy, and explore effective, practical strategies for overcoming these barriers. Topics covered include:Helping patients understand why they need an RSV vaccineWays to discuss real-world vaccine efficacyApproaches to build vaccine confidence and discuss vaccine safetyMethods to overcome financial barriers and time constraintsVaccine delivery infrastructurePresenters:Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACPConsulting Physician and Director of Adult ImmunizationsImmunize.orgSt Paul, MinnesotaLaura P. Hurley, MD, MPHAssociate Professor of MedicineDivision of General Internal MedicineUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusAurora, ColoradoGeneral Internist and Health Services ResearcherDenver HealthDenver, ColoradoLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4mHHKu2Downloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3FzWREPGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    The Latest Data and Guidelines for Adult RSV Vaccines

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 12:10


    Listen in as Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACP, reviews the estimated burden of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease in older adults and discusses the latest updates on RSV vaccination recommendations and safety data. Topics covered include: Rates of RSV hospitalizations and emergency department visitsRSV vaccine developmentFDA-approved RSV vaccinesVaccine safety data: rates of atrial fibrillation and Guillain-Barré syndromeACIP RSV vaccine recommendationsRisk factors for severe RSV diseaseRSV vaccine uptakePresenter:Carolyn Bridges, MD, FACPConsulting Physician and Director of Adult ImmunizationsImmunize.orgSt Paul, MinnesotaLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4mHHKu2Downloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3FzWREPGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Overcoming Common Hurdles to RSV Vaccination in Post-acute and Long-term Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 19:59


    In this episode, Jewel Mullen, MD, MPH, MPA, and Dallas Nelson, MD, CMD, FACP discuss overcoming barriers to RSV vaccine uptake in post-acute and long-term care facilities, including:How to incorporate the latest RSV vaccination recommendations into clinical practicePractical strategies for navigating insuranceEffective and empathetic methods of addressing vaccine hesitancy.  Presenters:Jewel Mullen, MD, MPH, MPAAssociate Dean for Health EquityAssociate Professor of Population Health and Internal MedicineUniversity of Texas at Austin Dell Medical SchoolAustin, TexasDallas Nelson, MD, CMD, FACPProfessor of MedicineDivision of Geriatrics and AgingUniversity of RochesterMedical DirectorUR Medicine Geriatrics GroupRochester, New YorkLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4lrwa5uFollow along with the slides: https://bit.ly/3RdWAKeGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. 

    Key HIV Studies Influencing My Practice Following CROI 2025—Dr Chloe Orkin and Dr Jean-Michele Molina

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 39:03


    In this episode, Chloe Orkin, MBChB, FRCP, MD, and Jean-Michel Molina, MD, PhD, discuss highlights from CCO's independent conference coverage of CROI 2025, including:Advances in HIV treatment based on results from CARESPotential HIV therapies in the pipeline, such as doravirine/islatravirEffects of broadly neutralizing antibodies on HIV treatment and cure Key clinical data on HIV and STI prevention obtained from PILLAR, HPTN 083, PURPOSE 1, and STOMPPresenters:Chloe Orkin, MBChB, FRCP, MDProfessor of Infection and InequitiesDean for Healthcare TransformationHonorary Consultant Physician, Barts Health NHS TrustFaculty of Medicine and DentistryQueen Mary University of LondonLondon, United KingdomJean-Michel Molina, MD, PhDProfessor of MedicineUniversity of Paris CiteDepartment of Infectious DiseasesSaint-Louis and Lariboisiere Hospitals, APHPParis, FranceLink to full program:bit.ly/3E1bAYQTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. 

    COVID-19 in EU: Inpatient Treatment Options for Severe COVID-19 in People Who Are Immunocompromised

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 24:53


    Listen in as Cristina Mussini, MD; Martin Witzenrath, MD, FERS; and Michele Bartoletti, MD, PhD, discuss treatment strategies for people who are immunocompromised with COVID-19 in the hospital setting, including: Antiviral therapy with remdesivirDexamethasone for patients with hematologic malignanciesConsiderations regarding other immunomodulators such as JAK inhibitors or IL-6 inhibitorsA detailed patient case to illustrate key takeaways Presenters:Michele Bartoletti, MD, PhD​Associate Professor of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of Biomedical SciencesHumanitas UniversityPieve Emanuele (MI), ItalyHead of Infectious Diseases UnitIRCCS Humanitas Research HospitalRozzano (MI), ItalyCristina Mussini, MD​Full Professor of Infectious DiseasesChief of the Department of Infectious DiseasesUniversity of Modena and Reggio EmiliaModena, ItalyMartin Witzenrath, MD, FERS Medical DirectorCharite Centrum 12Internal Medicine & DermatologyProfessor and Chair for Respiratory Medicine and Critical CareDepartment of Infectious Disease, Respiratory Medicine and Critical CareCharite Campus Mitte/Campus Virchow Klinikum/Campus Benamin FranklinCharite – University of BerlinBerlin, GermanyLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4fs7HcbDownloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3XP1fpJGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Treatment Options for Severe COVID-19 in Patients Who Are Immunocompromised

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 20:32


    In this episode, Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP; Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD; and Payal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA, discuss treatment strategies for people who have severe COVID-19, including: Antiviral therapy with remdesivir Dexamethasone and other systemic corticosteroids Immunomodulators, such as JAK inhibitors or IL-6 inhibitors Overviews of clinical trial data demonstrating how and when to use these therapiesPresenters:Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP​Associate Director and Medical Director (Retired) ​ Department of Emergency Medicine​ Denver Health Medical Center​ Associate Professor ​ Department of Emergency Medicine​ University of Colorado Health Sciences Center​ Denver, Colorado Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD​Massachusetts General Hospital​ Professor of Medicine​ Harvard Medical School​ Boston, Massachusetts Payal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA​Systemwide Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship​ Associate Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases​ Intermountain Health​ Salt Lake City, Utah Link to full program: https://bit.ly/4gu2gcUGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.    

    Simplifying HBV Screening and Care: Paths to Elimination

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 19:46


    In this episode, Patricia D. Jones, MD, MSCR; Mindie H. Nguyen, MD, MAS, AGAF, FAASLD; and patient advocate, Jennifer Wild, MS, RN, OCN, discuss practical strategies to overcome barriers to hepatitis B virus (HBV) care, including: Overcoming health insurance navigation Improving access to HBV care in immigrant communitiesDispelling HBV myths and stigmaSolutions to language barriersCommunity-based interventionsPresenters:Patricia D. Jones, MD, MSCRAssociate Professor of Clinical MedicineDirector of Clinical Operations-HepatologyDivision of Digestive Health and Liver DiseasesDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Miami Miller School of MedicineSylvester Comprehensive Cancer CenterMiami, FloridaMindie H. Nguyen, MD, MAS, AGAF, FAASLDProfessor of Medicine (GI & Hepatology,Liver Transplant)Professor of Epidemiology & Population Health(by Courtesy)Director of Hepatology ClerkshipFaculty Search LENS Advocates,Stanford Department of MedicineFaculty Fellow, Stanford Center for Innovationin Global HealthMember, Stanford Cancer Institute, Maternal &Child Health Research Institute, & Stanford Bio-CStanford, CaliforniaPast Chair: HBV SIG, The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD)28th President: The International Association for the Study of the Liver (IASL)Jennifer Wild, MS, RN, OCNClinical Nurse – GI Medical OncologyUCSF Cancer CenterSan Francsico, CaliforniaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4j973TNDownloadable slides: https://bit.ly/3WQkIWlGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Best Practices for Inpatient Management of Severe COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 15:18


    In this episode, Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP; Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD; and Payal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA, discuss: Workup of COVID-19 in the emergency departmentMethods of COVID-19 risk stratification Treatment recommendations for people with severe COVID-19, including how to effectively use antiviral therapy, dexamethasone, and other immunomodulators[CC1] in this population A detailed patient case to illustrate key takeawaysPresenters:Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP​Associate Director and Medical Director (Retired) ​ Department of Emergency Medicine​ Denver Health Medical Center​ Associate Professor ​ Department of Emergency Medicine​ University of Colorado Health Sciences Center​ Denver, Colorado Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD​Massachusetts General Hospital​ Professor of Medicine​ Harvard Medical School​ Boston, Massachusetts Payal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA​Systemwide Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship​ Associate Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases​ Intermountain Health​ Salt Lake City, Utah Link to full program: https://bit.ly/4gu2gcUGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    COVID-19 in the EU: Inpatient Treatment of Mild to Moderate COVID-19 in Patients Who Are Immunocompromised

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 13:27


    In this episode, Martin Witzenrath, MD, FERS, and Michele Bartoletti, MD, PhD, discuss the management of mild to moderate COVID-19 in patients who are immunocompromised, including:Initial workup, which may include laboratory tests and/or imagingLatest data on the use of remdesivir or nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir for mild to moderate COVID-19, including considerations for drug–drug interactions Presenters:Martin Witzenrath, MD, FERSMedical DirectorCharite Centrum 12Internal Medicine & DermatologyProfessor and Chair for Respiratory Medicine and Critical CareDepartment of Infectious Disease, Respiratory Medicine and Critical CareCharite Campus Mitte/Campus Virchow Klinikum/Campus Benjamin FranklinCharite – University of BerlinBerlin, GermanyMichele Bartoletti, MD, PhDAssociate Professor of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of Biomedical SciencesHumanitas UniversityPieve Emanuele (MI), ItalyHead of Infectious Diseases UnitIRCCS Humanitas Research HospitalRozzano (MI), Italy Link to full program: https://bit.ly/4gu2gcUDownloadable slides: https://bit.ly/3CGlDBSGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Defining Best Practices in HBV Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 34:14


    In this episode, Patricia D. Jones, MD, MSCR; Mindie H. Nguyen, MD, MAS, AGAF, FAASLD; and patient advocate, Jennifer Wild, MS, RN, OCN, discuss best practices in hepatitis B virus (HBV) care, including: 2023 CDC HBV screening recommendationsSummary of guideline recommendations for hepatitis delta virus (HDV) screening Use of HDV reflex testing to avoid loss to follow-up2024 WHO HBV treatment recommendations, including recommendations for pregnant persons Presenters:Patricia D. Jones, MD, MSCRAssociate Professor of Clinical MedicineDirector of Clinical Operations-HepatologyDivision of Digestive Health and Liver DiseasesDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Miami Miller School of MedicineSylvester Comprehensive Cancer CenterMiami, FloridaMindie H. Nguyen, MD, MAS, AGAF, FAASLDProfessor of Medicine (GI & Hepatology,Liver Transplant)Professor of Epidemiology & Population Health(by Courtesy)Director of Hepatology ClerkshipFaculty Search LENS Advocates,Stanford Department of MedicineFaculty Fellow, Stanford Center for Innovationin Global HealthMember, Stanford Cancer Institute, Maternal &Child Health Research Institute, & Stanford Bio-CStanford, CaliforniaPast Chair: HBV SIG, The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD)28th President: The International Association for the Study of the Liver (IASL)Jennifer Wild, MS, RN, OCNClinical Nurse – GI Medical OncologyUCSF Cancer CenterSan Francsico, CaliforniaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4j973TNDownloadable slides: https://bit.ly/3WQkIWlGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    COVID-19 in the EU: Current Trends and Risk Factors for Severe COVID-19 Progression

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 16:48


    In this episode, Cristina Mussini, MD, Martin Witzenrath, MD, FERS, and Michele Bartoletti, MD, PhD, discuss:Current SARS-CoV-2 trends in the EURisk factors for severe COVID-19 outcomes, including the spectrum of risk based on immune system statusFactors that may affect vaccine efficacy in chronic lymphocytic leukemia and other lymphoid malignanciesConsiderations for determining people at high risk for COVID-19 progression Presenters:Cristina Mussini, MDFull Professor of Infectious DiseasesDivision of Infectious DiseasesUniversity of Modena and Reggio EmiliaModena, ItalyMartin Witzenrath, MD, FERSMedical DirectorCharite Centrum 12Internal Medicine & DermatologyProfessor and Chair for Respiratory Medicine and Critical CareDepartment of Infectious Disease, Respiratory Medicine and Critical CareCharite Campus Mitte/Campus Virchow Klinikum/Campus Benjamin FranklinCharite – University of BerlinBerlin, GermanyMichele Bartoletti, MD, PhDAssociate Professor of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of Biomedical SciencesHumanitas UniversityPieve Emanuele (MI), ItalyHead of Infectious Diseases UnitIRCCS Humanitas Research HospitalRozzano (MI), ItalyLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4gu2gcUDownloadable slides: https://bit.ly/42IlpELGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Simplified HCV Care in Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 64:44


    In this episode, Tzu-Hao (Howard) Lee, MD; Tatyana Kushner, MD, MSCE; and patient advocate Andrew Reynolds discuss hepatitis C virus (HCV) care in men who have sex with men and pregnant people, including:HCV disease burden in the United StatesScreening recommendations Strategies to overcome barriers to HCV screeningTreatment recommendations, including simplified treatment guidance and considerations for pregnant peopleStrategies to improve treatment uptakePresenters:Tzu-Hao (Howard) Lee, MDAssistant ProfessorSection of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of MedicineDivision of Abdominal Transplant, Department of SurgeryBaylor College of MedicineHouston, TexasTatyana Kushner, MD, MSCEAssociate ProfessorDivision of Gastroenterology/HepatologyDepartment of Obstetrics & GynecologyWeill Cornell MedicineNew York, New YorkAndrew ReynoldsDirector, Health of People Who Use DrugsSan Francisco AIDS FoundationSan Francisco, CaliforniaTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Link to full program:https://bit.ly/4j973TNDownloadable slides: https://bit.ly/4gXuBcu

    Key PBC Studies From AASLD 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 20:16


    In this episode, Sonal Kumar, MD, MPH, discusses key findings from primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) studies presented at AASLD 2024, including:ELATIVE, a phase III trial of elafibranor for PBCRESPONSE, a phase III trial of seladelpar for PBCASSURE, another phase III trial of seladelpar for PBCPresenter:Sonal Kumar, MD, MPHDirector, Clinical Gastroenterology and HepatologyAssistant Professor of MedicineWeill Cornell Medical CollegeNew York, New YorkLink to full program:https://bit.ly/41tvSDuGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Understanding Current Trends and Risk Factors for Progression to Severe COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 16:01


    Listen in as Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP; Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD; and Payal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA, discuss current trends in and risk factors for progression to severe COVID-19, including for those for whom COVID-19 is not their primary concern when presenting to the emergency department (ED). Key topics of discussion include: How to complete a comprehensive patient workup in the EDConsiderations regarding pulse oximetryRisk stratification—what places patients at higher risk of severe disease?A detailed patient case to illustrate key takeawaysPresenters:Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP​Associate Director and Medical Director (Retired) ​Department of Emergency Medicine​Denver Health Medical Center​Associate Professor ​Department of Emergency Medicine​University of Colorado Health Sciences Center​Denver, ColoradoRajesh T. Gandhi, MD​Massachusetts General Hospital​Professor of Medicine​Harvard Medical School​Boston, MassachusettsPayal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA​Systemwide Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship​Associate Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases​Intermountain Health​Salt Lake City, UtahLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4fs7HcbGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Simplified HCV Screening and Care in People Who Use Drugs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 68:21


    In this episode, Stacey B. Trooskin, MD, PhD, MPH, Mark S. Sulkowski, MD, FIDSA, FAASLD, and Ronni Marks discuss hepatitis C virus (HCV) screening and treatment, focusing on people who use drugs, and highlight the following topics:Screening recommendationsStrategies to improve HCV screeningHCV testingTreatment goalsStrategies to improve HCV treatment uptakePresenters:Stacey B. Trooskin, MD, PhD, MPHExecutive Medical OfficerMazzoni CenterFaculty, University of PennsylvaniaPerelman School of MedicinePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaMark S. Sulkowski, MD, FIDSA, FAASLDProfessor of MedicineDirector, Division of Infectious Diseases Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical CenterJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineBaltimore, MarylandRonni MarksFounder/Director, The Hepatitis C Mentor and Support Group (HCMSG)Patient AdvocateNew York, New YorkLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4grbwPT

    Inpatient Treatment for Mild to Moderate COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 16:01


    Listen in as Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP; Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD; and Payal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA, discuss best practices in treating patients hospitalized with mild to moderate COVID-19, including: Current guidelines from the Infectious Diseases Society of America and National Institutes of Health How to optimize therapy selection based on patient risk factors, including key data supporting best practicesA detailed patient case to illustrate key takeawaysPresenters:Stephen Cantrill, MD, FACEP​Associate Director and Medical Director (Retired) ​Department of Emergency Medicine​Denver Health Medical Center​Associate Professor ​Department of Emergency Medicine​University of Colorado Health Sciences Center​Denver, ColoradoRajesh T. Gandhi, MD​Massachusetts General Hospital​Professor of Medicine​Harvard Medical School​Boston, MassachusettsPayal K. Patel, MD, MPH, FIDSA​Systemwide Director of Antimicrobial Stewardship​Associate Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases​Intermountain Health​Salt Lake City, UtahLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4fs7HcbGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Emerging Therapies for Pruritus in PBC

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 23:34


    Clinical gaps in the treatment of pruritus in primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) remain. In this episode, taken from a recent symposium, Marlyn J. Mayo, MD; Stuart C. Gordon, MD; and Pam Rivard, RN, a person living with PBC, discuss emerging therapies currently in clinical trials for the management of this disease that can dramatically affect patients' quality of life.Listen as they discuss:Gaps in current managementPatient perspectives: why we should not dismiss itching as an underlying psychologic problemPPAR agonists and how they affect pruritusBEZURSO and FITCH ELATIVEENHANCE and RESPONSEIBATs (inhibitors of bile acid transport)GLIMMERCommon questionsPresenters:Marlyn J. Mayo, MDProfessor of Internal MedicineDivision of Digestive & Liver DiseasesUT Southwestern Medical CenterDallas, TexasStuart C. Gordon, MDProfessor of MedicineWayne State University School of MedicineDirector, Division of HepatologyHenry Ford HealthDetroit, MichiganPam Rivard, RNPerson living with PBCLink to full program: https://bit.ly/3Dnfb2E

    Clinical Management of Pruritus in PBC

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 21:18


    Although there is currently no FDA-approved treatment for pruritus in primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), symptoms can be mitigated with nonpharmacologic or pharmacologic agents. In this episode, Marlyn J. Mayo, MD; Stuart C. Gordon, MD; and Pam Rivard, RN, a person living with PBC, discuss the clinical management of pruritus in PBC, including:Pruritus assessment toolsOptimal use of tools, including frequency of assessmentCurrent management of pruritusNonpharmacologic interventionsPharmacologic agentsStrategies to optimize assessment and management of pruritusCollaborative careDevelopment of a treatment planOngoing assessment and adjustment of therapyResources and support for patientsPresenters:Marlyn J. Mayo, MDProfessor of Internal MedicineDivision of Digestive & Liver DiseasesUT Southwestern Medical CenterDallas, TexasStuart C. Gordon, MDProfessor of MedicineWayne State University School of MedicineDirector, Division of HepatologyHenry Ford HealthDetroit, MichiganPam Rivard, RNPerson living with PBCLink to full program: https://bit.ly/3Dnfb2E

    Living With Pruritus in PBC: A Patient Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 12:19


    In this episode, Marlyn J. Mayo, MD; Stuart C. Gordon, MD; and Pam Rivard, RN, a person living with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), discuss the burden of pruritus in PBC and the impact it has on quality of life, including both physical and mental health, from a patient's perspective.Presenters:Marlyn J. Mayo, MDProfessor of Internal MedicineDivision of Digestive & Liver DiseasesUT Southwestern Medical CenterDallas, TexasStuart C. Gordon, MDProfessor of MedicineWayne State University School of MedicineDirector, Division of HepatologyHenry Ford HealthDetroit, MichiganPam Rivard, RNPerson living with PBCLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4gDGDaB

    CCO Independent Conference Coverage of IDWeek and Glasgow 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 49:28


    In this episode, Jean-Michel Molina, MD, PhD, and Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD, discuss results from key clinical trials on HIV prevention and treatment as well as sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention presented at IDWeek and Glasgow 2024, including:PURPOSE 1 and 2 comparing lenacapavir injection vs oral TDF/FTCTRIO Health Cohort and OPERA examining long-acting cabotegravir as PrEPDOLCE comparing DTG/3TC as first-line therapy in treatment-naive patients with HIVPRIDOX evaluating the use of DoxyPEP on STI incidence in men who have sex with men on PrEPPresenters:Jean-Michel Molina, MD, PhDProfessor of Infectious DiseasesUniversity of Paris CitéHead of the Department of Infectious DiseasesHospital Saint-Louis and lariboisièreParis, FranceJoseph J. Eron, Jr., MDProfessor of Medicine, School of MedicineHerman and Louise Smith Distinguished ProfessorChief, Division of Infectious DiseasesDirector, Clinical Core, UNC Center for AIDS ResearchAdjunct Professor of Epidemiology, Gillings School of Global Public HealthUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill, North CarolinaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/3BBaZvJ

    Recent Advances in PBC Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 8:46


    In this episode, Christopher L. Bowlus, MD, discusses recent advances in the management of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), including:Treatment goalsUse of PPAR agonists for the treatment of PBCClinical trial results for elafibranor (ELATIVE), seladelpar (RESPONSE), and bezafibrate (BEZURSO)Presenter:Christopher L. Bowlus, MDLena Valente Professor and ChiefDivision of Gastroenterology and HepatologyUniversity of California Davis School of MedicineSacramento, CaliforniaLink to full program: https://bit.ly/41tvSDuGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Be an Ally: Navigating the Healthcare System as a Transgender Individual With HIV

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 32:05


    In this episode, a transfemme nonbinary individual living with HIV shares her experience navigating the healthcare system, alongside her infectious disease physician, Michelle D. Collins-Ogle, MD, FAAP, FPIDS, AAHIVS. Hear them discuss key considerations when caring for gender-diverse individuals, including: Understanding how people are more than just a diagnosis Prioritizing individuals' needs and providing whole-person care using shared decision-makingStrategies to make an environment more affirming and welcoming How to be an ally to transgender individualsListen to the individual in front of youHear what they're telling youMake sure they are being affirmed and seenLink to the full program:https://bit.ly/3AAOGpvGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Key HIV Studies Influencing My Practice Following HIVR4P 2024—Drs . Linda-Gail Bekker and Meredith Clement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 46:26


    In this rapid webinar, Meredith E. Clement, MD, and Linda-Gail Bekker, MBChB, DTMH, DCH, FCP(SA), PhD, provide an overview of important topics and studies presented at HIVR4P 2024, including:Expanding PrEP options based on results from PURPOSE 2, IMPOWER-22, IMPOWER-24, IPM 054, MTN-025/HOPE OLE, CATALYST, and the HPTN 084 substudyImplementing injectable PrEP based on results from PEPFAR, the USAID DISCOVER-Health LA CAB Demonstration Project in Zambia, and the LA CAB PrEP Rapid Start Model in Public Health ClinicsImproving PrEP uptake based on results from SPrEP and HPTN 091  Presenters:Meredith E. Clement, MDAssociate ProfessorInfectious DiseasesLouisiana State University Health Sciences CenterNew Orleans, LouisianaLinda-Gail Bekker, MBChB, DTMH, DCH, FCP(SA), PhDDirector and Professor, The Desmond Tutu HIV Centre, UCTCEO, The Desmond Tutu Health FoundationCape Town, South AfricaTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Link to full program: https://bit.ly/3NJIDSA

    Be an HPV Vaccine Champion: Reaching Underserved Populations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 26:10


    Listen in as Rebekah Fenton, MD, MPH, and Sharon G. Humiston, MD, MPH, discuss strategies to achieve health equity in HPV vaccination, including:Trends among males vs femalesMessaging considerations for those from diverse populations (eg, LGTBQ+ and rural communities)How healthcare professionals can address barriers to careThen, hear answers from the experts to frequently asked questions regarding HPV vaccination recommendations, timing, and example case studies. Presenters:Rebekah Fenton, MD, MPHAdolescent Medicine PhysicianAlivio Medical CenterChicago, IllinoisSharon G. Humiston, MD, MPHDirector for ResearchAssociate Editor of IZ-ExpressImmunize.orgRochester, New YorkTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Follow along with the slides: https://bit.ly/4flDxYbLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4f06tW4

    Key HIV Studies Influencing My Practice Following HIVR4P 2024—Drs . Linda-Gail Bekker and Meredith Clement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 46:26


    In this rapid webinar, Meredith E. Clement, MD, and Linda-Gail Bekker, MBChB, DTMH, DCH, FCP(SA), PhD, provide an overview of important topics and studies presented at HIVR4P 2024, including:Expanding PrEP options based on results from PURPOSE 2, IMPOWER-22, IMPOWER-24, IPM 054, MTN-025/HOPE OLE, CATALYST, and the HPTN 084 substudyImplementing injectable PrEP based on results from PEPFAR, the USAID DISCOVER-Health LA CAB Demonstration Project in Zambia, and the LA CAB PrEP Rapid Start Model in Public Health ClinicsImproving PrEP uptake based on results from SPrEP and HPTN 091 Presenters:Meredith E. Clement, MDAssociate ProfessorInfectious DiseasesLouisiana State University Health Sciences CenterNew Orleans, LouisianaLinda-Gail Bekker, MBChB, DTMH, DCH, FCP(SA), PhDDirector and Professor, The Desmond Tutu HIV Centre, UCTCEO, The Desmond Tutu Health FoundationCape Town, South AfricaTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Link to full program: https://bit.ly/3NJIDSA

    Strategies to Improve HPV Vaccine Uptake: Effective Vaccine Messaging

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 13:35


    Listen in as Rebekah Fenton, MD, MPH, and Sharon G. Humiston, MD, MPH, discuss strategies to improve your messaging techniques with the HPV vaccine, including:Persisting in vaccine recommendation after initial refusalEducating patients and their families togetherEnsuring staff are trained to correctly answer questionsKnowing when interested patients in your state can consent to vaccination without needing parental consentPresenters:Rebekah Fenton, MD, MPHAdolescent Medicine PhysicianAlivio Medical CenterChicago, IllinoisSharon G. Humiston, MD, MPHDirector for ResearchAssociate Editor of IZ-ExpressImmunize.orgRochester, New YorkTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Follow along with the slides: https://bit.ly/4flDxYbLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4f06tW4 

    The True Burden of HPV Infection

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 16:45


    Listen in as Sharon G. Humiston, MD, MPH, discusses current trends in HPV, including:Incidence and prevalence trends in the USSex-related features of HPV-attributable cancersHow HPV vaccination uptake can prevent certain types of cancerCurrent guidelines and recommendations for HPV vaccinationPresenter:Sharon G. Humiston, MD, MPHDirector for ResearchAssociate Editor of IZ-ExpressImmunize.orgRochester, New YorkTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. Follow along with the slides: https://bit.ly/4flDxYbLink to full program: https://bit.ly/4f06tW4

    Making Addiction Care an Integral Part of HIV Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 30:46


    In this episode, Kathleen Page, MD, and Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD, discuss the interplay between addiction and HIV. Learn as they share their approaches to reframing the conversation about addiction and overcoming barriers to effective addiction care for people living with HIV.Presenters:Kathleen Page, MDProfessorInfectious DiseasesJohns Hopkins School of MedicineBaltimore, Maryland Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhDEugene Meyer III Professor of Psychiatry and MedicineJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineBaltimore, MarylandDownloadable slides:https://bit.ly/3TR3OVVProgram:https://bit.ly/3WB2VCO

    Persisting in HIV Care: Considerations for People With Substance Use Disorders

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 15:47


    In this episode, Alexander Wong, MD, FRCPC, discusses how to optimize treatment and engagement in care for individuals with HIV and substance use disorder, including: Barriers to care for persons with substance use disorder Colocating HIV and other services (eg, addiction care medicine, social services) Leveraging a multidisciplinary approach to care Integrating a low-barrier model to foster an environment of open discussion Best practices for opioid agonist therapy implementationConsiderations for cultural dynamics to provide personalized treatment plansImportance of supporting his team members PresenterAlexander Wong, MD, FRCPCAssociate ProfessorDivision of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of MedicineUniversity of SaskatchewanRegina, Saskatchewan, Canada Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3xicSeFGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Integrating New Data From AIDS 2024: Pharmacist Perspectives

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 18:22


    In this episode, Jennifer Cocohoba, PharmD, AAHIVP, and David Koren, PharmD, MPH, AAHIVP, FIDSA, cover the most impactful LA ART and LA PrEP clinical studies presented at AIDS 2024, including:The PURPOSE 1 study of twice-yearly lenacapavir injections vs daily oral tenofovir as PrEP in cisgender womenAn open-label extension of HPTN 084 evaluating LA CAB safety during pregnancy48-week data from the IMPAACT 2017/MOCHA study of LA CAB + RPV in adolescents with HIVA substudy of FLAIR evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of SC self-administration of LA CAB + RPV Presenters:Jennifer Cocohoba, PharmD, AAHIVPProfessor of Clinical PharmacyDepartment of Clinical PharmacyUniversity of California San Francisco School of PharmacySan Francisco, CaliforniaDavid Koren, PharmD, MPH, AAHIVP, FIDSAAdjunct Clinical ProfessorTemple University School of PharmacyClinical Pharmacist SpecialistTemple University Health SystemPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaTo access all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.  See the full program here.

    How to Make PTSD and Trauma Care an Integral Part of HIV Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 38:27


    In this episode, Tristan J. Barber, MA, MD, FRCP, and Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD, discuss the importance of screening, diagnosing, and treating PTSD in people with HIV. They illustrate their discussion through a patient case and provide strategies for accomplishing this, sharing their own experiences and approaches to thinking about PTSD, structuring appointments, and integrating care. Presenters:Tristan J. Barber, MA, MD, FRCPConsultant in HIV MedicineRoyal Free London NHS Foundation TrustHonorary Associate ProfessorInstitute for Global HealthUniversity College LondonLondon, United KingdomGlenn J. Treisman, MD, PhDEugene Meyer III Professor of Psychiatry and MedicineJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineBaltimore, MarylandDownloadable slides:https://bit.ly/4dBu929Program:https://bit.ly/3WB2VCO

    Be an Ally: How to Improve Care for Transgender Persons Living With HIV

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 37:21


    In this episode, Colleen F. Kelley, MD, MPH, and Jemma Samitpol discuss key considerations to improve the patient experience among transgender persons with HIV, including: Unique circumstances faced by transgender people trying to access HIV care (eg, stigma, discrimination)Best practices to improve access and linkage to HIV careWays to integrate gender-affirming care into HIV careCreating a welcoming and inclusive environmentOffering same-day HIV treatmentAddressing potential drug–drug interactions with gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT), including ART and natural remediesUnderstanding and communicating expectations of GAHT (eg, treatment response, timing of effects)Providing information on the safety of gender-affirming surgeriesImportance of providing person-centered care (eg, mental health, substance abuse, housing, harm reduction)Strategies on how to promote a gender-affirming environment (eg, wearing pronoun buttons, staff training)Consequences to the lack of gender recognition lawsHow to “be an ally” for transgender people with HIVPresentersColleen F. Kelley, MD, MPHProfessor of MedicineDivision of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of MedicineCo-Director, Emory Center for AIDS ResearchAssociated Dean for Research, Emory at GradyEmory University School of MedicineAtlanta, GeorgiaKritima Jemma SamitpolTangerine Clinic SupervisorInstitute of HIV Research and InnovationBangkok, ThailandGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast channel on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Considering Long-acting ART With Viremia and Past Adherence Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 40:42


    In this episode featuring faculty from the United States and Europe, Aadia I. Rana, MD, and Laurence Slama, MD, PhD, discuss the subtleties of deciding among HIV treatment options in people with adherence challenges.Listen as they debate the potential risks and benefits of long-acting ART in this population, considerations for people with viremia or resistance, recommendations concerning proviral DNA genotyping, and how to interpret guidelines and provide truly patient-centered care. PresentersAadia I. Rana, MD​Professor of Medicine​Division of Infectious Diseases​University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine​Birmingham, AlabamaLaurence Slama, MD, PhD​Doctor​Department of Infectious Diseases​Hôtel Dieu University Hospital​University Paris Cité​Paris, FranceSee the full program here.https://bit.ly/450Ql2xGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast channel on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Optimizing ART With Novel HIV Agents

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 12:32


    In this episode, Gregory Huhn, MD, MPHTM, presents a case study of a person with a long HIV treatment history, exploring when and how to consider agents with novel mechanisms of action.Listen as he discusses:The importance of engaging with patients to understand their perspectives and improve their satisfaction with their HIV careOptions in people with multiclass resistanceStudies of agents with novel mechanisms of action:BRIGHTE (fostemsavir)TMB-301/-311 (ibalizumab)CAPELLA (lenacapavir) Faculty​​Gregory Huhn, MD, MPHTM,Interim Chief, Division of Infectious DiseasesSenior Director of HIV ServicesCook County HIV Integrated ProgramsInterim Medical Director, The RMR CORE CenterProfessor, Division of Infectious DiseasesRush University Medical CenterChicago, IllinoisFollow along with the slides.https://bit.ly/4fHmxg5Get access to all of our new podcast episodes. Subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.    

    Making Space for HIV Care: Starting in Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 6:20


    In this episode, Yvonne Gilleece, MB BCh, BAO, FRCP, uses a case study to illustrate why giving people space and time to engage in HIV care on their terms is key to overcoming potential shame and stigma.She discusses how people can be very vulnerable when engaging in HIV care, and trauma-informed care can help address these vulnerabilities in a safe, respectful way. Listen as she gives her perspectives on:Trauma-informed careOvercoming stigma and shameStaying in care Presenter:Yvonne Gilleece, MB BCh, BAO, FRCPHonorary Clinical Professor and Consultant in HIV Medicine & Sexual HealthBrighton & Sussex Medical School and University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation TrustChair of the British HIV AssociationLead for HIV & WomenLead for HIV & HepatitisBrighton, United KingdomContent based on an online CME program supported by an educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3xicSeFGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Keeping Up With HBV Care: Sharing Session 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 11:41


    In this episode, George Lau, MD, FRCP (Edin, Lond), FHKAM (Med), FHKCP, FAASLD, MBBS (HKU), and a patient discuss opportunities to optimize care for people living with hepatitis B virus (HBV), including: Consequences to poor adherence to antiviral therapyStrategies to promote medication adherence (eg, patient education, setting up routines)The role of routine monitoring to prevent complications related to HBV such as hepatocellular carcinoma  Presenter: George Lau, MD, FRCP (Edin, Lond), FHKAM (Med), FHKCP, FAASLD, MBBS (HKU)Specialist in Gastroenterology & HepatologyChairman and Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology and HepatologyHumanity and Health Medical GroupHong Kong, ChinaContent based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.Link to full program: https://bit.ly/49TuZ8UGet access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the CCO Infectious Disease Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

    Optimizing Oral ART

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 10:02


    In this episode, Gregory Huhn, MD, presents a case study exploring how to optimize oral ART for a person with a long history of different ART regimens.Listen as he discusses:Reasons to consider regimen optimization in the setting of viral suppressionEvidence for INSTIs in the setting of resistanceData on when 2-drug regimens and long-acting regimens may or may not be good optionsFaculty​Gregory Huhn, MDInterim Chief, Division of Infectious DiseasesSenior Director of HIV ServicesCook County HIV Integrated ProgramsInterim Medical Director, The RMR CORE CenterProfessor, Division of Infectious DiseasesRush University Medical CenterChicago, ILFollow along with the slides. https://bit.ly/4fHmxg5Get access to all of our new podcast episodes, subscribe to the CCO Infectious Disease podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify.

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