Best Clinical Micros Podcasts (2025)

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205: Complicated UTIs: The New IDSA Guidelines 38:24

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The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) has released new guidelines for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections. In this episode, we break down the key updates: Changes to the definition of complicated UTIs The role of newer antibiotic agents How and when to use antibiograms A four-step framework for guiding therapy When car…

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145 - micro binfie Pathoplexus part 2 20:52

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Nabil and Lee bring a guest host Clint to talk with some of the people behind Pathoplexus http://pathoplexus.org/ * Dr. Emma Hodcroft - https://pathoplexus.org/about/eb* Dr. Theo Sanderson - https://pathoplexus.org/about/development-team* Mr. Arthur Shem Kasambula - https://pathoplexus.org/about/development-team…

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204: In the Bloodstream: Diagnosing Infections Faster 35:35

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Bloodstream infections can progress rapidly to sepsis—bringing high costs, high mortality, and lasting effects. In the second episode of this series in collaboration with bioMérieux, Luis speaks with Dr. Jeff Cies, Senior Medical Advisor at bioMérieux, about how molecular diagnostics are reshaping bloodstream infection diagnosis. They discuss: Limi…

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203: What’s New with Brucella? 44:44

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Brucella is a familiar name in the lab—but recent updates to the sentinel guidelines are reshaping how we approach this pathogen. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Laura Filkins and Dr. Paige Larkin to discuss the latest changes: updates in nomenclature, the removal of certain Brucella species from the select agent list, and the renewed emphasis o…

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144 - micro binfie Pathoplexus part 1 22:47

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Nabil and Lee bring a guest host Clint to talk with some of the people behind Pathoplexus http://pathoplexus.org/ * Dr. Emma Hodcroft - https://pathoplexus.org/about/eb* Dr. Theo Sanderson - https://pathoplexus.org/about/development-team* Mr. Arthur Shem Kasambula - https://pathoplexus.org/about/development-team…

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Chamber Chatter Big Idea Buffalo County 11:07

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202: AI vs. Superbugs: Can AI Help? 26:07

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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) continues to grow as a global health threat, making infections harder to treat and leaving fewer options for patients. The need for new antibiotics is an urgent matter — but traditional discovery methods are slow and limited. In this episode of Let’s Talk Micro, Luis is joined by Dr. James Collins, professor at MIT an…

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ChamberChatter Applied Connective 23:39

23d ago23:39

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201: Spotlight: Rethinking AST-Disk Diffusion on Early Growth 28:15

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Last week, we discussed early growth isolates for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) and the importance of obtaining results sooner. This week, we revisit an earlier study that looked at early growth but using disk diffusion. In this episode, I was joined by Dr. Carey-Ann Burnham, Dr. Daniel Webber, and Meghan Wallace to discuss their work.…

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143 - where we catch up on our professional lives 13:05

27d ago13:05

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143 - where we catch up on our professional lives by Microbial BioinformaticsBy Microbial Bioinformatics

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The challenges ethnic minority women can face experiencing the menopause. 24:11

29d ago24:11

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This episode we start the conversation about this incredibly challenging and often misunderstood topic. Much more work needs to be done in this area within communities and within healthcare. To help us navigate our way through the many issues women can face we are delighted to welcome onto the podcast Dr Shasi Prasad a GP, BMS accredited Advanced M…

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200: Early Growth, Faster Answers: Rethinking AST 40:04

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In this episode of Let’s Talk Micro, Dr. Jennifer Dien Bard and Dr. Lucas Osborn discuss their recent study on early growth antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST). Traditional AST often requires 18–24 hours of incubation of isolates, delaying targeted treatment. Their research shows that using 6-hour early growth isolates with both automated an…

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HRT after cancer… risk-reducing surgery… we continue the conversation about Gynae Cancer. 31:58

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Continuing the conversation we started in Series 3 episode 5 about the 5 gynaecological cancers, this episode we delve into the complex topics of taking HRT after having cancer, why some women might consider having risk reducing surgery, when is it appropriate to get tested for altered genes and how would you know. To chat through these topics with…

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199: Antibiotics: What’s New in Treatment 36:53

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This week, Luis is joined by Dr. Ashlan Kunz-Coyne to discuss some of the newest antibiotics for urinary tract infections (UTIs). They explore why extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) are a growing concern, the impact of E. coli sequence type 131, and where new agents like cefepime–enmetazobactam, sulopenem, and tebipenem fit into treatment. T…

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Micro-nutrients – continuing the conversation about nutrition 35:44

1M ago35:44

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In Series 3, episode 1, we tackled the macronutrients and glucose spikes as well as a reminder about a few basics we should all be remembering. This time we take a dive into the topic of micronutrients. Why some women might need a wee boost in certain areas going through this transitional stage of life and which nutrients are we actually talking ab…

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198: Let’s Talk: The Evolution of AST 52:38

2M ago52:38

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Season 5 premieres today! Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) is essential for guiding effective treatment—but how has it evolved, and what challenges are we still facing? In the first episode of this series in collaboration with bioMérieux, Dr. Andrea Prinzi joins Let’s Talk Micro to explore the evolution of AST—from early methods to modern…

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142 - Microbinfie - genomeqc 26:42

2M ago26:42

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The crew talks about the genomeqc ecosystem. Check it out at https://happykhan.github.io/qualibact/Errata: The project name was chaned to qualibact and is no longer genomeqc as mentioned on the episode.By Microbial Bioinformatics

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Testosterone… what you really need to know! 26:36

2M ago26:36

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Testosterone…a word which conjures up certain expectations for some women alongside causing additional confusion for others. In this episode we set a few things straight for you and to help us do that we were delighted to chat with Professor Susan Davis, the renowned leading specialist and researcher on this topic. This episode once again reinforce…

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TBT: Talking Breakpoints with Dr. Andrea Prinzi 41:04

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This episode of Let’s Talk Micro features Dr. Andrea Prinzi, a clinical microbiologist and frequent contributor to the American Society for Microbiology. Andrea joins the podcast to discuss a critical topic in clinical microbiology: antimicrobial susceptibility testing and breakpoints. Are labs using outdated breakpoints—and what does that mean for…

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Reflexology… are your feet the key to relaxation? 23:03

2M ago23:03

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In this episode we continue the conversation about complementary therapies and delve into the well known restorative effects of reflexology, a renowned source of relaxation for many, although there are a few sceptics out there who wonder how a bit of ‘fiddling with your feet’ can really help! To help us understand everything we’re delighted to welc…

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Complementary Therapies… Let’s Talk Acupuncture & Hypnotherapy 22:25

2M ago22:25

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There’s a whole range of complementary therapies out there to choose from, is it all a load of hocus pocus…are they worth looking into to help give you that truly holistic approach when coping with symptoms associated with the menopause or looking to enhance your overall quality of life and wellbeing… To help us start to navigate our way through th…

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TBT: Clinical Microbiology Procedures Handbook 26:25

2M ago26:25

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The Clinical Microbiology Procedures Handbook (CMPH) has long been a trusted resource for laboratories. With the release of its 5th edition, this essential reference continues to guide clinical microbiologists through evolving standards, methods, and best practices. In this episode, Luis is joined by the editors‑in‑chief, Dr. Amy Leber and Dr. Care…

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Episode 9: Carla Nester on C3 Glomerulopathy and Complement-Mediated Diseases 21:38

2M ago21:38

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In this episode, world-renowned complement expert Carla Nester (University of Iowa) joins Koyal and Kenar to discuss the state of the art in C3 glomerulopathy and other complement-mediated kidney diseases, the opportunities and unknowns of targeted treatments, the recent advances in understanding of all things complement, and how her med/peds speci…

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195: Diabetic Wound Cultures: From Chaos to Clarity in the Micro Lab 51:14

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This week, Luis is joined by Dr. Christopher Doern from VCU Health to explore the complex world of diabetic wound cultures. How does diabetes impair wound healing—and what makes these infections so difficult to diagnose and treat? Dr. Doern dives into the microbiology behind diabetic foot wounds, highlighting the impact of bacterial diversity, spec…

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194: Live from ASM Microbe 2025: Poster Highlights, Trends & Takeaways 25:00

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Recorded live at ASM Microbe 2025, this episode captures the energy of the American Society for Microbiology’s annual event. Luis shares his top takeaways from the conference floor—including standout poster presentations, emerging technologies, and trending topics in microbiology. One clear theme dominated this year: rapid diagnostics for identific…

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140 Exploring Clinical Metagenomics 22:54

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In this episode of the Podcast, hosts Lee Katz and Andrew Page delve into the intricacies of clinical metagenomics. Joined by experts Torsten Seemann and Finlay Maguire, they explore the challenges and methodologies involved in identifying pathogens in clinical samples when traditional diagnostic methods fail. They discuss the types of samples anal…

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Guided Meditation for Insomnia: Tracing the Body's Silhouette (Body Land Metaphor Medicine, 20 min) 20:36

3M ago20:36

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A soft and gentle visualization to help you feel safe and guide you into a good night’s sleep.By Liz Asch Greenhill / Night Sky Acupuncture

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193: ASM 2025: Fast Science. Big Cases 48:42

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In this episode of Let’s Talk Micro, we dive into the fast-paced world of rapid antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST). Recorded live from ASM Microbe 2025, Luis is joined by Dr. Carey-Ann Burnham, CEO of Pattern Bioscience and Editor-in-Chief of the ASM Case Reports journal. Together, they explore how innovative technologies—like single-cell m…

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139 Lassa virus genomics 15:29

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On this episode we are joined by Sara Zufan to discuss her PhD journey and recent projects. The episode covers various research experiences and challenges in the field, including the rapid detection of AMR using nanopore sequencing, COVID-19 projects, hepatitis A outbreak investigations, and Lassa virus surveillance in Liberia. The guests share ins…

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192: Stronger Together: Partnerships in Diagnostics 45:29

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How familiar are you with partnerships and collaborations between the laboratory and the diagnostics industry? In this episode Luis is joined by Dr. Andrea Prinzi and Dr. Kristen Smith to explore how partnerships between clinical labs, public health institutions, and the diagnostics industry drive innovation in in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs). What is …

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191: TBT- Talking HIV with Dr. Hsu 21:26

4M ago21:26

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TBT- This week Let's Talk Micro is talking about virology, specifically about the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). This episode features an interview with Dr. Hsu, a stem cell specialist from the Weill Medical College at Cornell University in New York. She discusses an article about a patient that has been possibly cured from HIV after a stem ce…

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Menopause within the workplace 32:30

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Another hot topic to cover and one which has improved enormously in recent years. There still remains a disparity of experiences for employees between organisations, with each organisation having to look at what works for them and their staff. There are however some basics which everyone should be putting in place and to help guide us through this …

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190: Aztreonam-avibactam 34:50

4M ago34:50

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This week Luis is joined by Dr. Callan Bleick and Dr. Mohammed Al Musawa to talk about an antibiotic that was recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA): aztreonam-avibactam. Our guests wrote a review about this drug and they joined the podcast to talk about it. What is aztreonam? What is avibactam? Why combine them? What type of a…

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The five gynae cancers 31:17

4M ago31:17

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In this episode we discuss the 5 gynaecological cancers; vaginal, vulva, womb, ovarian and cervical. We are delighted to welcome onto the podcast clinical nurse specialist Tracie Miles. We cover the key red flag symptoms to look out for, the need to regularly self check certain areas and the importance of getting to know your own normal. We discuss…

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189: Outbreak Detection System 34:31

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There are many challenges when it comes to outbreak detection. It involves surveillance, time, and effort among other factors. Some of these challenges are linking multiple patients to an outbreak, or investigating a potential outbreak that turns out to be separate occurrences of an infection. In this episode Luis is joined by Dr. Alex Sundermann t…

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Bone health and menopause 23:52

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Another important topic to cover and one which many of us ignore, to a certain extent, until something untoward happens…often out of the blue. We chat through the importance of looking into and taking preventative measures from as early an age as possible, very much taking a holistic approach. What are your bone cells actually up to as you move aro…

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188: Haemophilus: ALA, susceptibilities, and more 25:27

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This week Luis continues going over Haemophilus. This time he goes over biochemicals, testing systems, and susceptibility testing. What is the ALA test? What commercial systems are able to identify Haemophilus? What about for Haemophilus influenzae? What is HTM agar? Are there any vaccines for H. influenzae? Tune in to find out more. More informati…

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Neurodiversity and menopause 35:23

4M ago35:23

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With the overlap of symptoms between neurodiverse conditions and the menopause it can all become a very complex topic…having a better understanding of how everything interacts is essential, especially where medication is concerned. To help to explain everything we’re delighted to welcome onto the podcast Trudi Roscouet who explains brilliantly what…

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187: Haemophilus 26:53

5M ago26:53

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In this episode Luis continues going over organisms. This time he goes over the genus Haemophilus. We start with an overview of the different species of Haemophilus. Why can’t Haemophilus grow on blood agar? What are the X and V factors? Satellite phenomenon? What is the gram stain? What about media? Tune in for the first part of a series about Hae…

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Heart health and the Menopause 26:35

5M ago26:35

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Looking after you heart health is a must for everyone, regardless of gender, but there remains a low level of awareness of the importance of heart health in women and then you get those fluctuating hormones into the mix aswell. We chat through the preventative measures everyone can look into…general awareness of risk factors, the importance of life…

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186: Talking CPEP Fellowship 51:27

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If you are part of the clinical microbiology community, you might have heard of a CPEP Fellowship, or might have met someone pursuing one. In this episode Luis is joined by Dr. Samuel Goodfellow to talk about the Subcommittee on Postgraduate Educational Programs (CPEP) Fellowship. Dr. Goodfellow is currently participating in one and he joins us to …

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Nutrition and the Menopause 34:36

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In this episode we focus on the importance of looking at what you’re eating & drinking and why it’s important not to exclude any of the major food groups, starting with the macro-nutrients. We’re delighted to welcome nutritionist, Jackie Lynch onto the podcast to talk us through everything in more details. We tackle the topic of those sugar spikes,…

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185: The Path to Microbiology: their journey pt. 3 1:20:29

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What led or inspired you to choose the field of microbiology or laboratory medicine? Has your profession changed within the field? In this series where microbiologists and people from laboratory medicine talk about their careers, Luis is joined by Dr. Andrea Prinzi and Lisa Parlich. Andrea is a microbiologist that works in the industry and the co-h…

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184: Lariocidin 35:48

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Discovery of new potential antimicrobial compounds is important as we take many measures to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). In this episode Luis is joined by Dr. Manoj Jangra and Dr. Dmitrii Travin to discuss lariocidin: a potential antibiotic. What is the mechanism of action? What are lasso peptides? Tune in to listen about the discovery of…

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183: 101 Topics for Clinical Microbiology Lab Leaders 30:51

6M ago30:51

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There are many challenges in the microbiology laboratory. As a leader, you have to deal with things like validations, verifications, and knowledge of regulations among other things. As a microbiologist in a non-leadership position you need to be familiar with some of these as well. With so much information out there, where do we go? In this episode…

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182: TBT- Next Generation Sequencing 47:29

6M ago47:29

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The field of Microbiology continues to change. Organisms were primarily identified in the clinical laboratory by biochemical testing. Then MALDI-TOF came to the lab and was incorporated into the workflow. Now labs are bringing next-generation sequencing (NGS). What is NGS? How does it work? Have you heard of Nanopore technologies? In this episode D…

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181: Microbiology CAP Checklists: Latest Updates 26:02

6M ago26:02

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Is your laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) ? Are you familiar with their checklists? What are the latest updates to the microbiology checklist? In this episode Luis is joined by Dr. Christi Wojewoda to discuss the latest updates to the microbiology checklist: media quality control and nomenclature. Why are some medi…

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180: CLSI M100-Ed35: updates and more 42:07

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The latest edition of the CLSI M100 has been published. What are the latest updates? One of them is the deletion of breakpoints for Burkholderia cepacia complex. What are the recommendations for susceptibility testing? Dr. April Bobenchik returns to the podcast to talk to Luis about the latest updates. She also talks about the M45. Will there be an…

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179: Eikenella 25:42

7M ago25:42

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This week Luis continues going over organisms. This time he goes over Eikenella. Are there any other Eikenella species other than Eikenella corrodens? What is the morphology of E. corrodens? How about biochemicals? What are the members of the HACEK group? What is the HACEK group known for? Tune in to learn about this organism, which is seen in infe…

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Episode 8: NephMadness 2025 Genetics Region 25:12

7M ago25:12

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In this special NephMadness 2025 episode, Koyal and Kenar do a deep dive into the Genetics region with NephMadness executive team member Elena Cervantes (Johns Hopkins), genetics expert Jordan Nestor (Columbia) and region writer Matt Gross (Johns Hopkins). Genetics in FSGS faces off vs. Genetic Counseling! What’s new in our ever-expanding knowledge…