Episodes

  • 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

    Presenter

    Alexander Wong, MD, FRCPC
    Associate Professor
    Division of Infectious Diseases
    Department of Medicine
    University of Saskatchewan
    Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

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  • 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, AAHIVP
    Professor of Clinical Pharmacy
    Department of Clinical Pharmacy
    University of California San Francisco School of Pharmacy
    San Francisco, California

    David Koren, PharmD, MPH, AAHIVP, FIDSA
    Adjunct Clinical Professor
    Temple University School of Pharmacy
    Clinical Pharmacist Specialist
    Temple University Health System
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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  • 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, FRCP
    Consultant in HIV Medicine
    Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
    Honorary Associate Professor
    Institute for Global Health
    University College London
    London, United Kingdom

    Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD
    Eugene Meyer III Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine
    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
    Baltimore, Maryland

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  • 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 HIV

    Presenters

    Colleen F. Kelley, MD, MPH
    Professor of Medicine
    Division of Infectious Diseases
    Department of Medicine
    Co-Director, Emory Center for AIDS Research
    Associated Dean for Research, Emory at Grady
    Emory University School of Medicine
    Atlanta, Georgia

    Kritima Jemma Samitpol
    Tangerine Clinic Supervisor
    Institute of HIV Research and Innovation
    Bangkok, Thailand

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  • 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.

    Presenters

    Aadia I. Rana, MD​
    Professor of Medicine​
    Division of Infectious Diseases​
    University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine​
    Birmingham, Alabama

    Laurence Slama, MD, PhD​
    Doctor​
    Department of Infectious Diseases​
    Hôtel Dieu University Hospital​
    University Paris Cité​
    Paris, France

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  • 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 Diseases
    Senior Director of HIV Services
    Cook County HIV Integrated Programs
    Interim Medical Director, The RMR CORE Center
    Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases
    Rush University Medical Center
    Chicago, Illinois

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  • 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, FRCP
    Honorary Clinical Professor and Consultant in HIV Medicine & Sexual Health
    Brighton & Sussex Medical School and University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
    Chair of the British HIV Association
    Lead for HIV & Women
    Lead for HIV & Hepatitis
    Brighton, United Kingdom

    Content based on an online CME program supported by an educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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  • 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 & Hepatology
    Chairman and Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
    Humanity and Health Medical Group
    Hong Kong, China

    Content based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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  • 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 options


    Faculty

    ​Gregory Huhn, MD
    Interim Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases
    Senior Director of HIV Services
    Cook County HIV Integrated Programs
    Interim Medical Director, The RMR CORE Center
    Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases
    Rush University Medical Center
    Chicago, IL

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  • In this episode, Lucas Hill, PharmD, AAHIVP, BCACP, and Bernadette Jakeman, PharmD, PhC, BCPS, AAHIVP,discuss what pharmacists need to know to provide high-quality HIV care beyond viral suppression, including treatment strategies and tips for addressing and improving patients’ quality of life.

    Listen as they discuss:

    Reasons to consider regimen optimization in the setting of viral suppressionEvidence that LA ART may reduce internalized stigma​DHHS recommendations on proviral DNA genotyping​

    Faculty

    Lucas Hill, PharmD, AAHIVP, BCACP​
    HIV Pharmacist Specialist​
    UC San Diego Owen Clinic​
    Assistant Clinical Professor​
    UC San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy​
    San Diego, California

    Bernadette Jakeman, PharmD, PhC, BCPS, AAHIVP​|
    Associate Clinical Professor​
    Department of Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Sciences​
    University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy​
    Albuquerque, New Mexico

  • In this episode, Stuart C. Gordon, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, FAASLD; Marlyn J. Mayo, MD; and Brenda Remo discuss strategies for optimizing PBC pruritus care in the clinic setting.

    Listen to their conversation on how important it is to ask patients about their pruritus, validate their symptoms and feelings, and offer treatment options framed with realistic expectations.

    Presenters:

    Stuart C. Gordon, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, FAASLD
    Professor of Medicine
    Wayne State University School of Medicine
    Director, Division of Hepatology
    Henry Ford Health
    Detroit, Michigan

    Marlyn J. Mayo, MD
    Professor of Internal Medicine
    Division of Digestive & Liver Diseases
    University of Texas Southwestern
    Dallas, Texas

    Brenda Remo
    Person living with PBC

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  • In this episode, Stuart C. Gordon, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, FAASLD; Marlyn J. Mayo, MD; and Brenda Remo discuss the patient experience with cholestatic pruritus in PBC.

    Listen to their conversation on how people describe the experience of cholestatic pruritus, the extent to which pruritus negatively affects quality of life, and the importance of educating healthcare professionals on this important symptom of PBC.

    Presenters:

    Stuart C. Gordon, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, FAASLD
    Professor of Medicine
    Wayne State University School of Medicine
    Director, Division of Hepatology
    Henry Ford Health
    Detroit, Michigan

    Marlyn J. Mayo, MD
    Professor of Internal Medicine
    Division of Digestive & Liver Diseases
    University of Texas Southwestern
    Dallas, Texas

    Brenda Remo
    Person living with PBC

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    Program:
    https://bit.ly/4fBLQ3l

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  • In this episode, Bradley N. Gaynes, MD, MPH, and Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD, discuss the importance of screening, diagnosing, and treating depression in people living with HIV. They illustrate their discussion through a patient case and provide strategies for accomplishing this, including creation of a virtual network and employment of measurement-based care.

    Presenters:

    Bradley N. Gaynes, MD, MPH
    Ray M. Hayworth, MD and Family Distinguished Professor
    Professor of Psychiatry and Epidemiology
    Director, Division of Global Mental Health
    Co-Director, Physician Scientist Training Program
    Department of Psychiatry
    University of North Carolina School of Medicine
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina

    Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD
    Eugene Meyer III Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine
    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
    Baltimore, Maryland

    Downloadable slides:
    https://bit.ly/3YgqqSO

    Program:
    https://bit.ly/3WB2VCO

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  • In this episode, Cristina Mussini, MD,and William R. Short, MD, MPH, FIDSA,discuss the potential role of ART in weight change among people living with HIV.

    Listen to their conversation on whether ART switch can lead to weight loss after weight gain and how to counsel people living with HIV on weight loss options, including lifestyle modifications and nonpharmacologic methods.

    Presenters

    Cristina Mussini, MD​
    Director of Infectious Diseases Clinics​
    Professor of Infectious Diseases​
    University of Modena School of Medicine​
    Modena, Italy

    William R. Short, MD, MPH, FIDSA​
    Associate Director of the ​
    HIV Clinical Trials Unit​
    Associate Professor of Medicine​
    Division of Infectious Diseases​
    Perelman School of Medicine​
    University of Pennsylvania​
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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  • In this episode, Linda-Gail Bekker, MBChB, DTM&H, DCH, FCP(SA), PhD, uses a case study to illustrate why patients living with HIV may disengage with their care and how best to reengage them once they present at the clinic, including discussion of:

    The valid reasons patients have for disengaging with their HIV careWhy the return to care should be celebratedHow to support people living with HIV as they reengage in careHow to prevent future loss to follow-up

    Presenter:
    Linda-Gail Bekker, MBChB, DTM&H, DCH, FCP(SA), PhD
    CEO, Desmond Tutu Health Foundation
    Director, Desmond Tutu HIV Centre
    Professor of Medicine
    Faculty of Health Sciences
    University of Cape Town
    Cape Town, South Africa

    Content based on an online CME program supported by an educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.

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  • In this second podcast of our series, hear expert faculty explore the CDC recommendations for mpox protection and discuss how vaccination can lead to immunologic equity. Topics include:

    Should we consider mpox an STI?What strategies can be used to improve mpox vaccination and overcome the challenges of vaccine implementation?Can mpox vaccine be coadministered with other vaccines?What is the intersection between mpox and HIV?


    Presenters

    Carlos del Rio, MD
    Distinguished Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
    Emory University School of Medicine
    Professor of Global Health and Epidemiology
    Rollins School of Public Health
    Atlanta, Georgia

    Aniruddha (Anu) Hazra, MD
    Assistant Professor of Medicine, Section of Infectious Disease and Global Health
    Director, Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program
    Medical Director, UCM Sexual
    Wellness Clinic
    University of Chicago
    Chicago, Illinois

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  • Hear expert faculty answer common questions about the risk, impact, and recommendations for protection against mpox, including:

    Why is mpox relevant to clinical practice?Who is at highest risk for mpox?How is mpox transmitted, and what are the clinical manifestations and complications of mpox infections?What are current ACIP recommendations for mpox vaccination?What about pre- and postexposure vaccination?


    Presenters

    Carlos del Rio, MD
    Distinguished Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
    Emory University School of Medicine
    Professor of Global Health and Epidemiology
    Rollins School of Public Health
    Atlanta, Georgia

    Aniruddha (Anu) Hazra, MD
    Assistant Professor of Medicine, Section of Infectious Disease and Global Health
    Director, Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program
    Medical Director, UCM Sexual
    Wellness Clinic
    University of Chicago
    Chicago, Illinois

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  • In this episode, Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP, examines patient and regimen-based PrEP barriers and discusses practical interventions to support PrEP adherence in key populations. Topics covered include:

    Individual and community perspectives on PrEP barriersKey barriers by principal populationsStrategies to support PrEP deliveryPrEP options for key populationsPrEP efficacy based on adherence in cisgender men and womenComparing FTC/TDF vs FTC/TAF or CAB for PrEPPrEP in pregnancy and breastfeedingDrug–drug interactions with gender-affirming hormone therapy

    Presenter:

    Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP
    Professor of Medicine
    Interim Director, Office of Global Health
    UT Southwestern Medical Center
    Chief, Infectious Diseases Section
    VA North Texas Health Care System
    Dallas, Texas

    Content based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from ViiV Healthcare.

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  • In this episode, Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP, discusses strategies to overcome health disparities to improve PrEP uptake, including:

    Targeting key populations that would benefit from PrEP but have low rates of uptake, such as transgender women and people who inject drugsAddressing intersectionalityOvercoming implicit biasAddressing PrEP inequity by geographic regionExpanding PrEP uptake by expanding HCPs who prescribe itImproving PrEP education for both patients and HCPs

    Presenter:
    Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP
    Professor of Medicine
    Interim Director, Office of Global Health
    UT Southwestern Medical Center
    Chief, Infectious Diseases Section
    VA North Texas Health Care System
    Dallas, Texas

    Content based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from ViiV Healthcare.

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  • In this episode, Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP, examines provider-based and structural PrEP barriers and discusses practical methods for healthcare professionals to overcome these challenges. Topics covered include:

    Potential provider barriers to prescribing PrEPStrategies to facilitate conversations about PrEPAddressing the gap in PrEP provider trainingStructural barriers for PrEP coverage, such as lack of insurance and complexity of billingInformed consent for minorsCDC guidelines on HIV testing and renal or lipid monitoring while on PrEPThe role of PrEP champions or PrEP navigators, such as in the SNAPS PrEP Navigation ProgramSolutions to common problems with PrEP persistence, such as use of telehealth and same-day PrEP initiationExpanding PrEP options

    Presenter:

    Roger Bedimo, MD, MS, FACP
    Professor of Medicine
    Interim Director, Office of Global Health
    UT Southwestern Medical Center
    Chief, Infectious Diseases Section
    VA North Texas Health Care System
    Dallas, Texas

    Content based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from ViiV Healthcare.

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