Infectious IDeas

Oct 29 2024 28 ep. 22 mins 11
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You are listening to Infectious IDeas, a podcast series presented by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), where leading experts join for thought-provoking conversations that lead to infectious ideas. Guests include humble heroes  working towards a shared vision of healthier lives for all through effective prevention and treatment of infectious diseases.

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Navigating the Politics of Public Health with Michael T. Osterholm, PhD, MPH

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Send us a textJoin Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for a provocative discussion with renowned epidemiologist Michael T. Osterholm, PhD, MPH, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota. Osterholm shares his vast experience in pandemic preparedness, reflecting on his work with HIV, SARS, MERS, and COVID-

Leading with Passion and Purpose—Demetre C. Daskalakis, MD, MPH

Oct 01 2024 20 mins  
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Vaccine Visionary, Pastor, and Public Health Provocateur—Gregory A. Poland, MD

Sep 03 2024 23 mins  
Send us a textJoin Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for a thought-provoking discussion with Gregory A. Poland, MD, a distinguished physician-scientist and director of the Vaccine Research Group at Mayo Clinic. Poland shares his inspiring journey in vaccine research and his unique perspective as both a scientist and an ordained Presbyterian minister. Tune in as he d

Medicine as a Tool for Good with Ighovwerha (Igho) Ofotokun, MD, MSc

Aug 06 2024 23 mins  
Send us a textJoin hosts Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for a compelling conversation with Ighovwerha (Igho) Ofotokun, MD, MSc, an internationally recognized clinician-scientist and professor of medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. He shares his journey from growing up in Nigeria to becoming a leading HIV researcher, discussing the influences that sha

Pharmacists on the Front Line of Prevention with Jeffery A. Goad, PharmD, MPH

Jul 02 2024 13 mins  
Send us a textJoin hosts Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for an engaging conversation with Jeffery A. Goad, PharmD, MPH, professor of pharmacy practice and associate dean of academic affairs at Chapman University School of Pharmacy, and the first pharmacist to serve as president of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID). Goad shares his insights on

A Leader for Global Health Equity—Seth F. Berkley, MD

Jun 04 2024 24 mins  
Send us a textJoin hosts Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for an engaging conversation with Seth F. Berkley, MD, a global health pioneer and champion of equitable access to vaccines. He shares insights from his notable career, including his impactful work in Uganda rebuilding the immunization program and developing the national AIDS control program, his work with G

Leading through Uncertainty with Grace M. Lee, MD, MPH

Apr 30 2024 15 mins  
Send us a textJoin hosts Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for an insightful conversation with Grace Lee, MD, MPH, an infectious disease physician and dynamic leader who helped guide US vaccine policy making during the turbulent times of the COVID-19 pandemic. She shares insights into the complexities and challenges encountered, as well as the importance of vaccine

Journey to Patient Advocate and Public Health Champion with Leana Wen, MD, MSc

Apr 02 2024 28 mins  
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Cracking the Code: Health Communication Insights with Céline Gounder, MD, ScM

Mar 05 2024 20 mins  
Send us a textJoin hosts Marla Dalton, PE, CAE, and William Schaffner, MD, for a compelling discussion with renowned infectious disease specialist and public health communicator, Céline Gounder, MD, ScM. Gounder shares her insights on the importance of trust in public health communication, the fight against misinformation, the future of infectious disease diagnostics, and her pers

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Feb 06 2024 26 mins  
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