Decera Clinical Education Infectious Disease Podcast

In this episode, David A. Wohl, MD, discusses current guidelines and clinical trial data informing optimal selection of first-line antiretroviral therapy for HIV. David A. Wohl, MD     Professor of Medicine School of Medicine Site Leader , AIDS Clinical Trials Unit-Chapel Hill University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Director , North Carolina AIDS Training and Education Center Chapel Hill, Nort...

In this episode, Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP; Princy N. Kumar,  MD, FIDSA, MACP; and Brian Wood, MD, answer healthcare professionals’ most pressing questions on caring for heavily treatment–experienced patients with HIV. Faculty: Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP   Professor of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Section Chief Division of Infectious Dis...

In this episode, the first in a yearlong series on Key Decisions in HIV Care, Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD, and Chloe Orkin, MBChB, FRCP, MD, discuss important considerations when switching ART in patients with viral suppression on their current regimen, including guideline recommendations and data supporting different switch regimen options such as single-tablet triple therapy, 2-drug oral regimens, d...

Listen to expert insights from W. David Hardy, MD, on current options for pre-exposure prophylaxis and exciting new data on next-generation HIV prevention. W. David Hardy, MD Scientific and Medical Consultant Adjunct Clinical Professor of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases Keck School of Medicine of USC Los Angeles, California Content based on a CME program supported by an independent educat...

Produced in collaboration with the Global HIV Vaccine Enterprise at the International AIDS Society (IAS), this 4-episode podcast series features conversations between world-renowned guests in HIV vaccine development, HIV advocacy, and HIV policy to bust myths and address arguments for why an HIV vaccine is still needed and how we can continue working toward this ultimate game-changer for durable c...

In this episode, Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD, and Michelle S. Cespedes, MD, MS, discuss new ART data from virtual CROI 2021. Michelle S. Cespedes, MD, MS Associate Professor of Medicine Division of Infectious Disease Department of Medicine Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Attending Physician Mount Sinai Medical Center New York, New York Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD   Chief , Division of Infectious D...

In this episode, Ethel D. Weld, MD, PhD, demonstrates the use of HIV-ASSIST, a free, online, decision support tool to inform ART selection. Ethel D. Weld, MD, PhD Assistant Professor of Medicine , Pharmacology, & Molecular Sciences Division of Clinical Pharmacology Department of Infectious Diseases Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Attending Physician Inpatient HIV Service General Infect...

In episode 3 of an ongoing series of sharing sessions between a physician and patient, Jordan J. Feld, MD, MPH, and Wendy, who is living with chronic hepatitis B, discuss the challenges of determining the best time to start treatment. The conversation focuses on incorporating shared decision-making, particularly for cases that are not straight forward and do not fit into an one specific category o...

In this episode, William R. Short, MD, MPH, AAHIVS, discusses current guidelines and clinical trial data informing optimal selection of first-line antiretroviral therapy for HIV. William R. Short, MD, MPH, AAHIVS Associate Professor of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases Department of Medicine   Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Content b...

In Part 4 of this 4-part series, listen to Howard Grossman, MD, and Cristina Mussini, MD, answer healthcare professionals’ questions on vaccine recommendations, bone health and fragility fractures, and racial disparities and social determinants that affect caring for patients aging with HIV. Presenters: Howard Grossman, MD Clinical Affiliate Assistant Professor Department of Integrated Medical Sci...

In this episode, Drs José R. Arribas, Andrew Carr, and Lynora Saxinger discuss simplification strategies for a virologically suppressed patient with HIV and a complex ART treatment history. Presenters: José R. Arribas, MD Research Director , HIV and Infectious Diseases Hospital La Paz IdiPAZ Madrid, Spain Andrew Carr, MBBS, MD, FRACP, FRCPA Professor of Medicine University of New South Wales Direc...

In this episode, Drs José R. Arribas, Andrew Carr, and Lynora Saxinger discuss ART safety and management in a woman who wishes to conceive. Presenters: José R. Arribas, MD Research Director , HIV and Infectious Diseases Hospital La Paz IdiPAZ Madrid, Spain Andrew Carr, MBBS, MD, FRACP, FRCPA Professor of Medicine University of New South Wales Director , HIV and Immunology Unit St Vincent’s Hospita...

In this episode, Drs José R. Arribas, Andrew Carr, and Lynora Saxinger discuss weight gain concerns for a patient with initiating ART. Presenters: José R. Arribas, MD Research Director , HIV and Infectious Diseases Hospital La Paz IdiPAZ Madrid, Spain Andrew Carr, MBBS, MD, FRACP, FRCPA Professor of Medicine University of New South Wales Director , HIV and Immunology Unit St Vincent’s Hospital Syd...

In episode 2 of an ongoing series of sharing sessions between a physician and patient, Robert Gish, MD, FAASLD, and patient advocate, Alan Wang, discuss stigma as a barrier to optimal HBV care and treatment. The conversation focuses on how stigma affected Alan’s engagement with his care and strategies to overcome stigma as a barrier to HBV care. Presenter: Robert Gish, MD, FAASLD   Medical Directo...

In episode 1 of this ongoing series, listen to a conversation between Grace LH Wong, MD, and her patient, Ms. Chan, on the shared decision for Ms. Chan to start treatment for hepatitis B infection during her pregnancy. Presenter: Grace LH Wong, MD Professor Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department of Medicine and Therapeutics The Chinese University of Hong Kong Honorary Consultant Di...

In this episode, Chloe Orkin, MBChB, FRCP, MD, discusses exciting new HIV data reported at the virtual CROI 2021, including new findings on HIV PrEP, HIV and COVID-19, ART in pregnancy and the postpartum period, as well as on the comparative efficacy of various ARV regimens. Presenter: Chloe Orkin, MBChB, FRCP, MD Professor of HIV   Queen Mary University of London Consultant Physician   Lead for H...

In episode 17 of this series, Arthur Kim, MD, provides a brief update on the latest COVID-19 treatment options and guidelines. After the update, Dr. Kim answers questions submitted by healthcare professionals on various aspects of COVID-19.   Presenter: Arthur Kim, MD Associate Professor Department of Medicine Harvard Medical School Director , Viral Hepatitis Clinic Division of Infectious Diseases...

In this episode, Dr. Bekker discusses results from key studies reported at the 4th HIV Research for Prevention Conference (HIVR4P // Virtual), including results from studies evaluating novel approaches to HIV prevention such as broadly neutralizing antibodies, long-acting injectable and oral ARVs, and implantable options. In addition, Dr. Bekker will discuss several studies evaluating different as...

In this episode, Dr. Jens Lundgren discusses results from key studies reported at the IAS COVID-19 Conference: Prevention, including new findings on potential SARS-CoV-2 suppressive therapies, strategies for vaccination and mass testing, and interventions to prevent transmission of COVID-19 while maintaining desired outcomes in HIV care. Jens D. Lundgren, MD, DMSc Professor Rigshospitalet, Univers...

In this episode, Part 16 of an ongoing series, Sharon R. Lewin, AO, FRACP, PhD, FAHMS, provides a brief update on emerging COVID-19 variants and their potential impacts on vaccine efficacy. After the update, Professor Lewin answers questions submitted by healthcare professionals on various aspects of COVID-19.  Presenter: Sharon R. Lewin, AO, FRACP, PhD, FAHMS Director , The Peter Doherty Institut...

In this episode, Part 3 of a 4-part series, Dr. Monica Gandhi, Dr. Rajesh Gandhi, and Dr. Josep Llibre discuss key health challenges faced by aging patients with HIV and answer clinicians’ questions on HIV treatment considerations and on prevention, screening, and treatment of common age-related comorbidities. Presenters: Monica Gandhi, MD, MPH Professor of Medicine Division of HIV, Infectious Dis...

In this episode, Part 15 of an ongoing series, Roger Paredes, MD, PhD, provides a brief update on emerging COVID-19 variants and their potential impacts on the pandemic. After the update, Dr. Paredes answers clinician questions on various aspects of COVID-19.   Presenter: Roger Paredes, MD, PhD Section Chief , Infectious Diseases Department Germans Trias i Pujol University Hospital  Head of the Mi...

In this episode, Part 14 of an ongoing series, Vikramjit Mukherjee, MD, provides a brief update on COVID-19 mortality trends, including the latest data on overall and in-hospital fatality rates. After the update, Dr. Mukherjee answers clinician questions on various aspects of COVID-19.  Presenter: Vikramjit Mukherjee, MD Assistant Professor of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sle...

In this episode, Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD; and Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD; discuss evolving issues in first-line antiretroviral therapy, including 2-drug therapy, weight gain, and safety during conception and pregnancy. Presenters: Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology University of North Carolina  School of Medicine Director , AIDS Clinical Trials Unit University of North Car...

In this episode, the third in a 3-part series on Ending the HIV Epidemic,  Judith Feinberg, MD, and  Kenneth Mayer, MD, discuss the important role of HIV pre-expsoure prophylaxis (PrEP) for preventing HIV infection among at-risk individuals and critical strategies for effective PrEP implementation among principle populations, including men who have sex with men and transgender women, heterosexual...