Latent Tuberculosis (TB) Infection: Diagnostics and Treatment

January 16, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Central Time

Course Director James Gaensbauer, MD, MScPH
Guest Faculty: Avish Nagpal, M.D.

This session builds on foundational knowledge of Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) through case-based learning. Using real-world scenarios, participants explore treatment decision-making, risk assessment, and strategies to address barriers to successful outcomes.

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Pediatric Tuberculosis (TB): Radiology Considerations

Recorded January 26, 2024

This presentation discussed the role of radiology in pediatric tuberculosis, including characteristics of a normal pediatric chest x-ray, the importance of the x-ray quality, and the radiographic TB disease patterns in children.

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Therapeutic Drug Monitoring in Active Tuberculosis (TB)

Recorded February 23, 2024 

Speaker: John Zeuli, PharmD, BCPS AQ-ID, AAHIVM

This course was designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively identify, interpret, and apply therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) in the context of Tuberculosis (TB) treatment.

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Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI)

Recorded March 22, 2024

Speaker: Patricio Escalante, M.D., M.S.

In this session, the presenter delves into the complexities of Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI), exploring the underlying pathophysiology, crucial aspects of its treatment, and dosing strategies.

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Tuberculosis (TB) Diagnostic Strategies

Recorded April 26, 2024

Speaker: Nancy Wengenack, Ph.D., and Elitza Theel, Ph.D.

This course is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the latest advancements in tuberculosis (TB) diagnostic strategies, focusing on emerging tools, updates, and the interpretation of Interferon-Gamma Release Assays (IGRAs).

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Tuberculosis (TB) and Comorbidities (TB and Diabetes Mellitus) 

Recorded May 24, 2024 

Speaker: Sundari Mase, M.D., M.P.H.

This webinar explores the intricate relationship between tuberculosis (TB) and diabetes. The presenter discusses the epidemiological ties between these two diseases and provides evidence-based strategies for the prevention and management of TB in patients with diabetes.

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Tuberculosis (TB) and Mental Health: Understanding the Intersection

Recorded June 28, 2024

Speaker: Robert J. Morgan, III, M.D., Ph.D.

This session will explore the oft-overlooked intersection between tuberculosis (TB) and mental health. Tuberculosis poses not only physical health challenges but also significantly impacts mental well-being. This webinar will examine the TB-mental health relationship through a historical lens and shed light on psychological, emotional, social, and psychopharmacological aspects of TB care and management.

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Tuberculosis (TB) Contact Investigation Essentials for Healthcare Professionals

Recorded July 26, 2024

Speaker: Shea Rabley, R.N., M.N.

This course is designed to provide essential information related to TB contact investigations. Participants explore basic principles including prioritizing contacts and the TB evaluation process, along with examining congregate settings and discussing ways to handle the media during a contact investigation. 

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Management of Culture-Negative Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Adults - Livestream

Recorded August 23, 2024 

Speaker: Zelalem Temesgen, M.D.

This webinar provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical strategies for the management of culture-negative pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) in adults. Culture-negative TB presents unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, and effective management is crucial to ensure positive patient outcomes and prevent the spread of the disease.

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Multidisciplinary Management of TB Drug Reactions: Insights from a Physician, a Pharmacist, and a Nurse

Recorded September 27, 2024 

Speaker: Tanner Johnson, Pharm.D., Zelalem Temesgen, M.D., and Philip Wegner, R.N., M.P.H.

In this webinar, participants explore the management of adverse drug reactions in tuberculosis (TB) treatment. This session features three distinguished experts—a physician, a pharmacist, and a nurse—each providing unique perspectives on the progression of care for patients undergoing TB treatment.

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Large Language Models Use in Tuberculosis (TB)

October 25, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Central Time

Speaker: Daniel Brailita, M.D.

This course examines the emerging role of large language models (LLMs) in tuberculosis (TB) care and research. Participants will explore how these models can process and analyze vast amounts of textual data, offering predictive insights into TB treatment outcomes, improving information extraction through natural language processing (NLP) techniques, and transforming patient-provider communication.

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Class 5 Tuberculosis (TB) Diagnosis and Treatment

November 22, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Central Time

Speaker: John Wilson, MD

This webinar provides healthcare professionals with an in-depth look at Class 5 Tuberculosis (TB), a unique diagnostic category for suspected TB cases that require further evaluation. Participants explore the five TB classification stages, with a particular focus on the clinical significance and challenges associated with Class 5 TB.

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Navigating Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV Co-Infection

December 6, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Central Time

Mayo Faculty: Maryam Mahmood, MB, ChB

This webinar provides an in-depth exploration of the complex relationship between tuberculosis (TB) and HIV, two infections that frequently intersect with profound clinical implications.

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