Best IDSA Podcasts (2024)

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New IDSA guidelines to treat drug resistant gram-negative bacteria 38:50

12d ago38:50

38:50

Drug resistance to antibiotics continues to escalate. This week we do a deep dive into the Infectious Disease Society of America's (IDSA) brand new guidance on the treatment of antimicrobial resistant gram-negative infections. The GameChanger The new IDSA guidelines provide critical, evidence-based recommendations for managing drug-resistant gram-n…

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Sleep Disorders - A Public Health Crisis 38:29

4h ago38:29

38:29

According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), 50–70 million Americans have sleep disorders, and one in three adults don't get enough uninterrupted sleep to maintain their health. Listen in to this week’s GC episode to learn the physiology of sleep, why we need sleep, and what our role is in educating patients on sleep hygiene …

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Expanding the Pharmacy Technician Role via Community Health Worker Training 33:55

4d ago33:55

33:55

A Community Health Worker (CHW) is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of the community they serve. CHWs act as a bridge between health and social services and the community, helping to improve health outcomes and access to care. Our goal during this episode is to discuss why training pharmacy technicians to step into the role …

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Addressing the Rise of Syphilis in the U.S. 23:50

6d ago23:50

23:50

More than 200,000 cases of syphilis were reported in the U.S. in 2022, the highest number of cases since the 1950s. In this episode, pediatric ID physician Buddy Creech, MD, MPH, FPIDS, speaks to Laura Bachmann, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer in the Division of STD prevention at the CDC, about attributing factors and what providers can do to addres…

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Reimagining Medicaid, How Medicaid Can Help Address Social Determinants of Health (Let's Talk HIV ep. 4) 28:03

17d ago28:03

28:03

John Fangman, MD discusses opportunities for Medicaid program to cover health-related social needs, such as housing, nutrition and transportation with Katie Garfield, JD, Director of the Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation of Harvard Law School’s Whole Person Care initiative and Michelle Collins-Ogle, MD, Director Montefiore Adolescent & Yo…

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New Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis Guidelines Have Monumental Changes 42:10

19d ago42:10

42:10

The Society of Critical Care Medicine just released their first set of updated stress ulcer prophylaxis (SUP) guidelines since 1999 that include groundbreaking changes. We also discuss evidence on proton pump inhibitor (PPI) use for SUP that impacts ICU practice. The GameChanger New guidelines for use of PPIs for stress ulcer prophylaxis will have …

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Words Matter: Fostering Respect and Avoiding Stigma 40:49

24d ago40:49

40:49

Stigmatizing language may be part of our daily interactions with patients without even realizing it. It can appear in charts, regardless of race, gender, gender identity, ability, or socioeconomic status, but it has been found to occur more frequently for groups who are traditionally marginalized. How often do you reflect on the language you use wi…

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Engaging Medicaid Managed Care Plans on HIV (Let's Talk HIV ep. 3) 24:47

1M ago24:47

24:47

Anna Person, MD, FIDSA discusses opportunities to work with Medicaid managed care plans to optimize HIV care with Jenny Babcock, Senior Vice President for Medicaid Policy and Director of Strategic Operations at Association for Community Affiliated Plans and, Doug Wirth, President and CEO of Amida Care. Engaging Medicaid Managed Care Plans on HIV Ac…

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Does the Shingles Vaccine Delay Dementia? 21:22

26d ago21:22

21:22

Dementia is the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. and there hasn't been a lot of hope with prevention or treatment. However, recently published evidence suggests the shingles vaccine may delay it's onset. The GameChanger Several studies suggest a delay in onset of dementia with the recombinant shingles vaccine. Guest Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, …

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Helping Medicaid Patients Access Their HIV Medications (Let's Talk HIV ep. 2) 20:33

1M ago20:33

20:33

John Fangman, MD discusses how providers can engage with their state Medicaid programs to reduce barriers to HIV medications with Kate McManus, MD, MSc, FIDSA, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Virginia in the Division of Infectious Diseases and International Health and Ryan Westergaard, MD, PhD, MPH, Professor with the Division …

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Are We Overprescribing Statins? 32:42

1M ago32:42

32:42

We delve into the implications of the recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, exposing how older risk models overestimate cardiovascular risk by about 50%. This overestimation has profound implications for primary statin use, insurer policies, and regulatory practices. Our discussion highlights the need for updated guidelines that reflect…

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Understanding Why Medicaid Matters for People with HIV (Let's Talk HIV ep. 1) 22:34

2M ago22:34

22:34

Anna Person, MD, FIDSA discusses Medicaid basics and how the program helps people with HIV with Lindsey Dawson, MPP, Associate Director of HIV Policy and Director of LGBTQT Health at KFF, and Wendy Armstrong, MD FIDSA, Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases and the Vice Chair of Education and Integration at the Emory Universit…

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Fitness to Control Blood Sugar 46:24

1M ago46:24

46:24

The power of physical fitness in managing diabetes is transforming patient care. Join us this week as we discuss how pharmacists can significantly enhance patient outcomes by integrating exercise education into their practice, alongside traditional medication management. The GameChanger Incorporating brief but impactful conversations about the impo…

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Together we advocate, together we win 25:09

2M ago25:09

25:09

IDSA Board member Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, MD, MPH, FIDSA, discusses the importance of advocacy, including how IDSA and HIVMA members can get involved, with chair and vice chair of IDSA’s advocacy captain subcommittee, Rachel Bender Ignacio, MD, MPH, FIDSA, and Kinna Thakarar, DO, MPH, FIDSA, as well as IDSA senior vice president of public policy and…

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New GLP Data for Sleep Apnea and Weight Loss 39:25

2M ago39:25

39:25

GLP1 usage is on the rise. This week on GameChangers, we discuss the latest data on using GLP-1s for sleep apnea and weight loss. The GameChanger Several new studies suggest GLP-1 and GLP/GIP medications have positive clinical impact on sleep apnea and weight loss. Guests Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake Un…

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Should You Take a Multivitamin? 26:53

2M ago26:53

26:53

1 out of 3 adult Americans take a daily multivitamin. On this episode of GameChangers, we discuss a recent study which examined whether daily multivitamin use extends life or prevents common causes of death. The GameChanger The study found no evidence that daily multivitamin use reduced death from common conditions such as heart disease or cancer. …

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President's Podcast: State and Regional ID Societies 36:54

2M ago36:54

36:54

As IDSA increases its involvement with state and regional ID societies, IDSA President Steven Schmitt, MD, FIDSA, discusses their value with Immediate Past President Daniel P. McQuillen, MD, FIDSA, President of the Michigan Infectious Diseases Society Anu Malani, MD, FIDSA, and Former President of the Texas ID Society Brad Cutrell, MD, FIDSA. Gener…

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Integrating Social Determinants of Health into Experiential Education 34:16

2M ago34:16

34:16

While health inequity is considered by many to be the #1 issue in healthcare today, we’re still just learning to talk about it as part of pharmacy education. As preceptors, health equity and social determinants of health may not have been a language we learned as part of our education, and yet we rely on preceptors to help develop our learners in t…

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Three Recommendations for Better Gut Health 33:09

2M ago33:09

33:09

In this week's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of gut health, including three actionable tips you can provide to patients. Explore the critical role of gut microbiome in health conditions ranging from autoimmune disorders to mental health to skin conditions. The GameChanger Health outcomes can be significantly impacted by addressing gut…

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Prevention of Recurrent UTIs 36:03

2M ago36:03

36:03

On this week's GameChangers episode, we discuss prevention of recurrent UTIs, including whether use of d-mannose or antibiotics are effective. The GameChanger Recurrent urinary tract infections plague some women throughout their lives. There are ways to prevent recurrent UTIs, however a recent study determined that d-mannose is not effective. We di…

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Weight-Based Dosing 42:49

3M ago42:49

42:49

In this week's episode of GameChangers, we focus on how pharmacists can prevent weight-based dosing errors. Listen in to learn more about: Which body weights to use for which medication-based dosing The four different scales of weight “Normal” weights for kids The Rule of 5 for dosing pediatric patients What the formula is for switching from pediat…

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The Latest on Mifepristone 37:50

3M ago37:50

37:50

Today's episode is an absolute must-listen to. The FDA's decision to approve the drug, Mifepristone, has been escalated in a lawsuit to the U.S. Supreme Court. And, last week, in a unanimous 9-0 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the challenge to the drug's approval. Today on our podcast, we are answering what exactly is happening with the d…

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Modeling Compassion and Empathy for Better Patient Care 25:18

3M ago25:18

25:18

Can compassion and empathy be learned? Can it be taught? The evidence suggests that the answer to both of these questions is yes, and yet as preceptors, we interact with student pharmacists and pharmacy residents who are wide-ranging in their abilities and comfort-level when it comes to fostering impactful patient care interactions. In this episode…

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GameChangers: Colchicine Use Post-MI 32:21

3M ago32:21

32:21

In this week's GameChangers we explore the emerging role of colchicine in the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Drs. Wall and Boyd discuss colchicine's anti-inflammatory benefits, the challenges posed by side effects and drug interactions, and the latest research shaping its future in clinical practice. The GameChanger Colchicine show…

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Continuous Glucose Monitors 34:06

3M ago34:06

34:06

This week's GameChangers explores the transformative impact of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) on diabetes care. Discover the latest advancements in CGM technology, current ADA recommendations, and practical tips for patient education. The GameChanger CGM technology is constantly changing. The devices are smaller, more user-friendly, and easier …

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Managing Symptoms in Perimenopause 38:12

4M ago38:12

38:12

This week's GameChangers is a conversation about managing symptoms and age-related health effects through perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Help patients through this time with evidence-based choices inlcuding medication, supplements, and lifestyle. The GameChanger Perimenopause is not a diagnosis, but a natural part of reproductive lif…

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Marijuana's Move to Schedule III 35:45

4M ago35:45

35:45

In this week's of GameChangers Podcast, we delve into the groundbreaking reclassification of marijuana to Schedule III. We discuss impacts on the legal landscape, medical research, pharmacogenomics for CBD, and the role of healthcare providers. The GameChanger Marijuana's move to Schedule III will increase research opportunities, ease fear and stig…

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Avian Flu Update 30:26

4M ago30:26

30:26

Mati Hlatshwayo Davis discusses the latest information on avian influenza with Demetre Daskalakis, MD, MPH, director of CDC's National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Andrew Bowman, DVM, PhD, a veterinarian, epidemiologist and influenza expert at Ohio State University, and Katelyn Jetelina, MPH, PhD, an epidemiologist and data sci…

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Acute Pancreatitis 33:46

4M ago33:46

33:46

Join us as we discuss new guidelines from the American College of Gastroenterology for the management of acute pancreatitis. The GameChanger New guidelines from the ACG address changes in treatment and management of acute pancreatitis. Host Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University Internal Medicine/Criti…

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Precepting Your Way Through Trauma 54:35

4M ago54:35

54:35

Traumatic patient interactions may not occur very often, depending on where you practice, but they are important teaching opportunities on many levels. It’s not just how you navigate trauma with a pharmacy learner that matters, but how you support them in processing what has occurred. In this episode, we bring together a preceptor and her former re…

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Paxlovid in COVID-19 Vaccinated patients 26:21

4M ago26:21

26:21

Join us as we explore new trial data examing Paxlovid's effectiveness in high-risk, vaccinated patients. The GameChanger Significantly high risk patients are still at risk from active Covid-19 infection. A new trial looks at Paxlovid use in high-risk, vaccincated patients. Host Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Dr…

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How to land your dream job in infectious diseases 33:06

4M ago33:06

33:06

ID physician Courtney Harris, MD, FACP, speaks to Paul Sax, MD, FIDSA, about her experience job hunting as an ID fellow and provides tips on how to find your dream job in infectious diseases. General registration is now open for the premier ID meeting! Register for IDWeek for the opportunity to surround yourself with the ID experts who are advancin…

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SMART therapy for Asthma 29:57

5M ago29:57

29:57

New guidelines suggest that for most asthma patients a single inhaler strategy with both an ICS and a quick onset LABA can be used for maintenance and rescue therapy. This has been shown to improve symptoms and decrease need for health care visits. But what is the latest data on SMART therapy and what are the barriers to its use? The GameChanger: S…

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#012 Season 2: Robert Irwin - Senior Industrial Designer, Founder of LearnIndustrialDesign.com, Principal Sustainability Consultant at irwindesigned 26:04

5M ago26:04

26:04

Life Cycle Thinking Strategies to design and build a stronger more meaningful and connected future. Robert discusses the pros and cons of LCAs, deep dives into materials, why CO2 isn't the only thing that matters, energy modeling, tiny homes, wind turbines, and circular economies. Have ideas or just want to say hi, shoot me a note. Support the show…

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Adaptive Precepting: Small Adjustments = Big Impact 36:09

5M ago36:09

36:09

In this episode, we tackle a whole range of issues – how to assess and meet our pharmacy residents and student pharmacists where they are, the challenges of maintaining guardrails while providing flexibility, and the responsibility we have as preceptors to stay abreast of best practices not only clinically, but as teachers and mentors so that we ca…

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Managing Vertigo 28:39

5M ago28:39

28:39

40% of people experience vertigo in their lifetime. These simple questions help us know what's causing it and how to provide relief to patients through medications or triaging to the appropriate provider. The GameChanger Migraine headaches can present as vertigo. Simple questions and recommendations from pharmacists can be lifechanging for these pa…

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It's Love, Actually: Sparking Passion for ID 16:11

5M ago16:11

16:11

CID editor-in-chief Paul Sax, MD, FIDSA, speaks with ID physician Darcy Wooten, MD, FIDSA, about her piece in CID's Voices of ID series, "The Arrivals Gate at Heathrow Airport" and the parallel between rom coms and ID.By Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA)

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New Pain Guidelines from the American Dental Association 39:03

5M ago39:03

39:03

Join us this episode as we discuss new recommendations from the American Dental Association on acute pain management. The GameChanger Dosing acetaminophen and ibuprofen where they peak at the same time due to their synergistic properties, resulting in treatment being often more effective than hydrocodone-apap and oxycodone-apap for pain relief. Gue…

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Compounded GLP1s 51:07

5M ago51:07

51:07

Shortages, access, and cost have led to compounding GLP1s, which has created confusion and misinformation for patients and healthcare providers. Join us as we discuss this practice and delve into what you need to know as a healthcare provider. THE GAMECHANGER: The advent of GLP1s is a true GameChanger in the health of patients with diabetes, cardio…

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Podcasts Killed the Radio Star: Leveraging Digital Education Tools for Modern Learners 32:03

5M ago32:03

32:03

In a new crossover episode with the Febrile podcast, host Buddy Creech, MD, MPH, FPIDS, and Febrile creator and infectious diseases physician, Sara Dong, MD, discuss the power of digital education tools on infectious diseases training. General registration is now open for the premier ID meeting! Register for IDWeek for the opportunity to surround y…

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