#129 – Game of Spores: Blasto, Histo, Crypto, and Cocci

#129 – Game of Spores: Blasto, Histo, Crypto, and Cocci

Author: Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists January 16, 2026 Duration: 1:22:58
We’re starting 2026 off with a BLAST as Dr. Gregory Eschenauer and Dr. George R Thompson make their Breakpoints debut to discuss Blastomyces, Histoplasma, Coccidioides, and Cryptococcus. They join host Erin McCreary in reviewing epidemiology, diagnostics, clinical presentation, and treatment of these fungal infections. You won’t want to miss this episode!

Hosted by the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists, Breakpoints is a podcast dedicated to the intricate and ever-evolving world of antimicrobial therapy. Each episode delves into the practical challenges and scientific nuances faced by pharmacists on the front lines of patient care, from interpreting susceptibility data and optimizing dosing strategies to navigating the complexities of antimicrobial stewardship. The conversations in this podcast bridge the gap between groundbreaking infectious diseases research and its direct application in clinical settings, offering insights that are both academically rigorous and immediately useful. You’ll hear expert discussions on new resistance patterns, evolving treatment guidelines, and the real-world implementation of life-saving protocols. Designed for healthcare professionals committed to precision medicine, Breakpoints provides a deeper understanding of how to effectively manage infections and improve patient outcomes. Tune in for thoughtful analysis and forward-thinking dialogue that defines the critical role of specialized pharmacists in public health.
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#111 – Dosing Consult: Rifampin Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:57
Drs. Henry “Chip” Chambers and Warren Rose join Dr. Megan Klatt to tackle rifampin dosing for gram-positive infections. In this episode, they break down rifampin synergy studies and discuss what is the optimal dosing of…
#109 – IDWeek 2024 Recap: Practice Changing Papers and ID Potpourri [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:49
We are back with more exciting IDWeek 2024 content. In this episode, Breakpoints hostesses Drs. Erin McCreary, Julie Ann Justo, Jeannette Bouchard, and Megan Klatt highlight more of our favorite sessions and posters at I…
#107 – Dosing Consult: Valganciclovir [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:05
Drs. Anne-Grete Märtson, Megan Wimmer, and Evan Clemens join Dr. Erin McCreary to tackle the one of the hottest debates among providers taking care of immunocompromised patients, valganciclovir dosing! Learn all about th…
#106 – Stewie Struggles: EHR Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:02
Drs. Ed Septimus and Whitney Buckel join Dr. Jeannette Bouchard for our second episode in the series “Stewie Struggles.” In this episode, we focus on interventions within the EHR and what we can do on the end-user side o…
#104 – Dosing Consult: Rifampin Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:50
In this episode of Breakpoints’ Dosing Consult series, Drs. Chuck Peloquin and Gerry Davies join Dr. Megan Klatt to discuss rifampin dosing for mycobacterial infections. Hear from the experts on if higher doses are reall…
#103 – Dosing Consult: Daptomycin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:09
Drs. Jim Rhodes and Molly Steed join host Jeannette Bouchard to discuss all things related to optimal dosing of daptomycin. This podcast episode provides insight on why dosing matters with this antibiotic, especially wit…