WSPID Podcast

In this episode of the WSPID Podcast, Dr Alicia Chang explores the present context, challenges, and progress being made in the fight against dengue in Ecuador. She is joined by Dr Esteben Ortiz-Prado, a Physician by profession, full time scientist, professor, and avid scientific communicator. Dr Ortiz-Prado is a Principal Investigator at the Universidad de Las Américas in Quito, Ecuador. They cove...

Dr Alicia Chang hosts Part Two of our special series on pneumococcal disease, where our esteemed guests answer pediatricians’ most frequently asked questions about the disease and its repercussions. She is joined by two experts in the field: Dr. Phan Huu Phuc, Attending Physician at the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Vietnam National Children’s Hospital, and Dr Vana Spoulou, Professor of Paediatri...

Dr Alicia Chang hosts Part One of our special series on pneumococcal disease, the global burden on pediatric populations, disparities between high-resource and low-resource settings, and vaccination efforts. She is joined by two experts in the field: Dr. Phan Huu Phuc, Attending Physician at the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Vietnam National Children’s Hospital, and Dr Vana Spoulou, Professor of...

In this special episode, recorded live, Dr. Alicia Chang is joined by Dr. Daniel Jarovsky , Dr. Linny Phuong , Dr. Ifeoma Ude , Dr. Wanatpreeya Phongsamart , and Prof. Mark Cotton to preview the exciting scientific highlights of the upcoming WSPID 2025 Congress in Bangkok. This dynamic discussion offers a sneak peek into key themes, groundbreaking sessions, and innovations that will shape the futu...

In this episode of the WSPID Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Alicia Chang and Dr. Jonathan Nkalubo, Locum Medical Officer (Ebola Outbreak response) at Unicef Uganda, explore the health challenges faced by refugee children and the impact conflict and displacement has on pediatric infectious diseases. They are joined by esteemed guest, Professor Edison Mworozi – Professor of Pediatrics and ChildHealth at King...

In this second of a two part special on pediatric antimicrobial stewardship, join host Professor Angela Dramowski as she interviews two renowned experts in the field based in Brazil: Dr. André Ricardo Araujo da Silva – Associate Professor of Medicine at the Federal Fluminense University, Brazil, and Visiting Professor at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, Germany. Dr Fabianne Carlesse – Professor of...

In the first of a two part special on pediatric antimicrobial stewardship, join host A/Prof. Penelope Bryant as she interviews Dr. Dena van den Bergh, a renowned leader in antimicrobial stewardship research, about successful initiatives in South Africa. Dr Dena van den Bergh is an Award-winning healthcare change leader, global researcher, large-scale change maker, Systems Engineer EngD, Strategic...

Join Dr Alicia Chang and Dr Daniel Jarovsky as they host a discussion on the impact of climate change on pediatric infectious diseases and future threats, with two renowned experts in the field: Desiree LaBeaud – physician-scientist, epidemiologist, and professor for the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, CEO and Co-Founder of HERI-Kenya. Kleber...

In this episode of the WSPID Podcast, we dive into the important role pediatricians can play in public advocacy, and reflect on the current challenges in this area. Host Dr Alicia Chang is joined by two global leaders in pediatric infectious diseases: Professor Asha Bowen – current WSPID President, and Head of the Healthy Skin and ARF Prevention Team at Kids Research Institute Australia. Professor...

In this episode of the WSPID Podcast, hosts Alicia Chang and Daniel Jarovsky dive deep into the growing burden of dengue in Brazil and Argentina—examining both the clinical presentation of pediatric cases and lessons learned from recent vaccine implementation efforts. They are joined by two esteemed guests: Dr. Eduardo López – Professor of Pediatrics and Vaccinology at the University of Salvador S...

Vaccine hesitancy is a growing challenge worldwide, and it can lead to critical outcomes. What can healthcare professionals do when we are faced with parents who are hesitant about vaccines? WSPID Podcast hosts Alicia Chang and Daniel Jarovsky are joined by Melissa Palmieri to discuss the vaccine hesitancy experience in Brazil. Melissa Palmieri is an MD and healthcare consultant working in São Pau...

Kicking off Season 2 of the WSPID podcast is an interview with WSPID President, Professor Asha Bowen, OAM. Join Dr. Linny Phuong as she charts Professor Bowen’s inspirational career journey, her significant contributions to Aboriginal child health, the role of women in global health leadership, and her perspectives on the future of pediatric infectious diseases.  The conversation explores: Profess...

What does it take to chart a fulfilling career in Pediatric Infectious Diseases, particularly with a focus on global health and low-middle income countries? In this episode, Dr. Mehreen Arshad interviews Dr . Fyezah Jehan , a Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics & Child Health in Aga Khan University, to explore her unique journey and the key elements for success in this impactfu...

What does it take to chart a fulfilling career in Pediatric Infectious Diseases, particularly with a focus on global health and low-middle income countries? In this episode, Dr. Mehreen Arshad interviews Professor Jennifer Jao , a leading expert in pediatric and adult infectious diseases, to explore her unique journey and the key elements for success in this impactful field. Gain valuable insights...

What does it take to thrive in the field of Pediatric Infectious Diseases? In this episode, Dr. Lilly M. Verhagen and Dr. Josephine van de Maat interview Professor Reinout van Crevel , a leading Internist-Infectious Disease Specialist, to explore the journey, challenges, and rewards of a career in this dynamic specialty. Gain valuable insights as they discuss: The realities of working in Pediatric...

In today’s episode of the WSPID Podcast, hosts Dr. Linny Phuong and Dr. Alicia Chang delve into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the field of medicine, particularly in pediatric emergency care.  They are joined by Dr. Sriram Ramgopal, Physician in Emergency Medicine at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Northweste...

In this episode of the WSPID Podcast, hosts Dr. Alicia Chang and Dr. Linny Phuong come together to discuss RSV and the developments surrounding maternal immunization and therapeutics.  Featuring an insightful interview with A/Prof Flor Muñoz, MD, MSc, who is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Virology, and Microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine, and Director o...

In Episode 4 of Syndromic Insights, hosts Dr. Alicia Chang and Dr. Linny Phuong look at how syndromic testing and surveillance can be used in anticipating future health threats. They are joined by Professor Nicolette Duplessis from the University of Pretoria and Dr. Kevin Messacar from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to discuss lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, the app...

In this episode of Syndromic Insights , hosts Dr. Linny Phuong and Dr. Alicia Chang discuss the importance of syndromic testing in pediatric gastrointestinal infections. Dr Phuong is joined by Dr. Hyun Mi Kang from Seoul St. Mary's Hospital in South Korea to discuss how syndromic testing is utilized in her practice. They explore two case studies highlighting the rapid, comprehensive detection of b...

Join Dr. Linny Phuong and Dr. Alicia Chang on Syndromic Insights as we explore Syndromic Testing and hRV Infections in Young Infants with the help of Dr. Jaime Fergie. Dr Jaime Fergie is Director of Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Hospital Epidemiologist at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Texas. He is also Professor of Pediatrics at Texas A&M University College of Medicine, and Adjunct Clini...

Join Dr. Linny Phuong and Dr. Alicia Chang on Syndromic Insights as we explore syndromic testing with the help of Dr. Alfred Tam.  Dr Tam discusses the value of syndromic testing in his clinic setting, in allowing for quick and targeted diagnosis based on a patient's symptoms, as well as the broad array of pathogens tested in each sample and even improved workflow. He also discussed the reassuranc...

Pediatricians are often at the forefront of health crises and epidemics. Increasingly, there are more and more tools at our disposal that can help in the fight against infectious diseases. But what is the current best practice? Join Dr. Linny Phuong and Dr. Alicia Chang on the Syndromic Insights podcast as we explore the world of syndromic testing and pediatric infectious diseases. We’ll discuss a...