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Alec Ford, CEO of Karius, has developed an innovative approach to diagnosing infections in immunocompromised patients, using DNA sequencing of blood samples to identify over 1,300 causes of infection within 24 hours. Traditional diagnostic methods rely on hypothesis-driven testing and the cultivation of organisms. At the same time, the Karius approach enables faster, more targeted antibiotic treatment, reduces unnecessary broad-spectrum antibiotics, and can identify infections that may not be included in the initial diagnosis. Time to proper treatment is essential for vulnerable populations, including cancer patients, HIV-positive individuals, organ transplant recipients, and those undergoing autoimmune therapies. Alec explains, "These are patients going through cancer treatment, patients with HIV, people going through solid organ transplantation, or people being treated assertively with autoimmune therapies for autoimmune disorders, where it may compromise their immune system. That really vulnerable patient is our exclusive focus as a company." "So, a patient gets admitted to the hospital for an infection. They take a sample of that patient's blood. And what we can do is diagnose over 1,300 causes of infection by sequencing the patient's blood for viruses, parasites, bacteria, and fungi that could threaten the success of their cancer treatment or solid organ transplant. There's never been a test in the history of infectious disease that can test for any DNA-based organism, and we do so. We can return a result 24 hours after we receive the sample." #Karius #InfectiousDisease #Diagnostics #Metagenomics #MedTech #KariusSpectrum #KariusFocus #NextGenSequencing #ImmunocompromisedCare #Oncology #TransplantMedicine #AntimicrobialStewardship #Genomics #MolecularDiagnostics #KariusTest #PatientSafety #HealthcareInnovation Kariusdx.com Listen to the podcast here
Alec Ford, CEO of Karius, has developed an innovative approach to diagnosing infections in immunocompromised patients, using DNA sequencing of blood samples to identify over 1,300 causes of infection within 24 hours. Traditional diagnostic methods rely on hypothesis-driven testing and the cultivation of organisms. At the same time, the Karius approach enables faster, more targeted antibiotic treatment, reduces unnecessary broad-spectrum antibiotics, and can identify infections that may not be included in the initial diagnosis. Time to proper treatment is essential for vulnerable populations, including cancer patients, HIV-positive individuals, organ transplant recipients, and those undergoing autoimmune therapies. Alec explains, "These are patients going through cancer treatment, patients with HIV, people going through solid organ transplantation, or people being treated assertively with autoimmune therapies for autoimmune disorders, where it may compromise their immune system. That really vulnerable patient is our exclusive focus as a company." "So, a patient gets admitted to the hospital for an infection. They take a sample of that patient's blood. And what we can do is diagnose over 1,300 causes of infection by sequencing the patient's blood for viruses, parasites, bacteria, and fungi that could threaten the success of their cancer treatment or solid organ transplant. There's never been a test in the history of infectious disease that can test for any DNA-based organism, and we do so. We can return a result 24 hours after we receive the sample." #Karius #InfectiousDisease #Diagnostics #Metagenomics #MedTech #KariusSpectrum #KariusFocus #NextGenSequencing #ImmunocompromisedCare #Oncology #TransplantMedicine #AntimicrobialStewardship #Genomics #MolecularDiagnostics #KariusTest #PatientSafety #HealthcareInnovation Kariusdx.com Download the transcript here
In Hour 1 we were joined by Edmonton Oil Kings Director of Business Operations Kevin Radomski and our Friday co-host, former CFLer Eddie Steele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 1 the Edmonton Oil Kings' Director of Business Operations Kevin Radomski joined the show thanking KK for his service to the amateur sports community in Edmonton and commenting on the team's new management group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing the evolution of the Edmonton Elks and Jason Robertson's status as an RFA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Edmonton Elks Head Coach Mark Kilam joined the show breaking down the team's Week 4 win over Winnipeg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 we checked in with a new edition of In or Out discussing the Elks' win, Jason Robertson, tonight's NHL Draft, Canada vs South Africa, and Karius surprises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 3 we were joined by Sports 1440's new morning host Tom Gazzola, Jensen Lewis from By the Books on VSiN Live, and heard today's edition of Cam & Eggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 we introduced the new morning show host on Sports 1440, Tom Gazzola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 former MLB pitcher and By the Books host on VSiN Live Jensen Lewis joined the show discussing storylines across the MLB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 4 we were joined by longtime golf pro Garry Meyer and said goodbye to Kevin as he enters retirement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Edmonton Elks Head Coach Mark Kilam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 3 we heard today's edition of Cam & Eggs and were joined by our Thursday co-host, former NHLer Ladislav Smid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Frank Seravalli from Victory+ TV joined the show breaking down storylines from across the NHL's offseason and sharing parting comments for Kevin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 2 we were joined by by Sportsnet's Mark Spector, Frank Seravalli from Victory+ TV, and former NHLer Jason Strudwick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing his conversation with Connor McDavid about the hiring of Mike Babcock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 former NHLer and Got Yer Back podcast co-host Jason Strudwick joined the show sharing stories and memories from his friendship with Kevin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 former NHLer Ladi Smid joined the show for his weekly co-hosting slot discussing the Edmonton Oilers and activity around the NHL's offseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 4 we were joined by Ryan Kennedy from The Hockey News and we checked in with a new edition of In or Out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 4 The Hockey News' Ryan Kennedy joined the show discussing this weekend's NHL Draft and trade activity around the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 4 we checked in with a new edition of In or Out discussing Oilers goaltending, the Washington Capitals, the NHL Draft's top-10, and pairing fries with ice cream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 1 we teed up Elks vs Blue Bombers to kick off Week 4 in the CFL and discussed Connor McDavid's comments about Mike Babcock's hiring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 1 we were joined by Chris Meaney from NHL.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 1 Chris Meaney from NHL.com joined the show discussing the flurry of trade activity around the NHL on Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 4 we checked in with a new edition of In or Out discussing Mike Babcock, Darnell Nurse, NHL trade activity, Canada-Switzerland, and pergolas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector, Hockey Hall of Fame broadcaster Chris Cuthbert, and heard today's edition of Cam & Eggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing Mike Babcock's introductory press conference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 3 we were joined by Jason Gregor, Carolina Hurricane forward Jordan Martinook, and our Wednesday co-host, former NHLer David Schlemko. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 Sports 1440's Jason Gregor joined the show with a special announcement for the station and to share some memories with his longtime friend Kevin Karius. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 Carolina Hurricane forward and Stanley Cup champion Jordan Martinook joined the show discussing his team's championship run and the aftermath celebrations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 4 we were joined by NHL Draft prospect Daxon Rudolph and we checked in with a new edition of In or Out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 4 top-10 NHL Draft prospect Daxon Rudolph joined the show discussing his career and the lead up to Friday's 1st Round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 this year's Foster Hewitt Memorial Award winner and Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Chris Cuthbert joined the show sharing memories and stories from his historic career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 4 we heard today's edition of Cam & Eggs and were joined by Connor Halley from Fantasy Frenzy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 Daily Faceoff's Steven Ellis joined the show discussing this weekend's NHL Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 1 we were joined by Rob Longley from the Toronto Sun covering the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 1 Rob Longley from the Toronto Sun joined the show discussing the World Cup and Toronto Blue Jays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and Frank Seravalli from Victory+ TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing the Oilers' expected announcement of Mike Babcock as the team's next head coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Frank Seravalli from Victory+ TV joined the show discussing Mike Babcock's hiring, the Brady Tkachuk trade, and other trade candidates around the NHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 3 we were joined by Jonathan Von Tobel from VSiN Live covering the NBA and Daily Faceoff's Steven Ellis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 3 Jonathan Von Tobel from Money Moves on VSiN Live joined the show discussing the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo and tonight's NBA Draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour we checked in with a new edition of In or Out discussing Connor Murphy, Kasperi Kapanen, the Giannis trade, the Blue Jays' rotation, and legal dramas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 4 Connor Halley from Fantasy Frenzy joined the show discussing the World Cup and Edmonton Oilers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 1 we were joined by Allan Mitchell from The Lowdown with Lowetide and our Monday co-host, former CFLer Eddie Steele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 2 we were joined by Sportsnet's Mark Spector and we checked in with a new edition of In or Out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 Sportsnet's Mark Spector joined the show discussing Jason Dickinson and the Edmonton Elks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Hour 2 we checked in with a new edition of In or Out discussing the Elks win over Montreal, Jason Dickinson's new deal, Florida's potential cap casualties, Wyndham Clark, and onion rings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 3 we were joined by David Dwork from The Hockey News covering the Florida Panthers and Sportsnet's Alex Adams covering the Ottawa Senators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Hour 4 we heard today's edition of Cam & Eggs and were joined by Seattle Kraken analyst Alison Lukan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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