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In this episode, we explore how point-of-care testing is transforming the management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Joined by Dr Libby van Gerwen, we discuss the rising global STI rates and the role these innovative tests play in addressing the issue. We also explore the challenges current point-of-care tests face and how next-generation advancements could further transform the future of STI diagnosis and treatment.

Amesika Nyaku, MD MS is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and a physician-scientist. She provides clinical care for people living with HIV or other infectious diseases and substance use disorders. Her research interests lie at the intersection of HIV and substance use disorders. She focuses […]

Dr Olivia Van Gerwen completed her internal medicine residency and chief residency at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. She returned to her hometown of Birmingham, AL to pursue a fellowship in Infectious Diseases at UAB, which she completed in 2020 in addition to a post-doctoral fellowship in health services, outcomes, and effectiveness research. She […]

Dr Louis J Picker is currently the Associate Director of the Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute, a Senior Scientist in the Pathobiology and Immunology Division of the Oregon National Primate Research Center, and a Professor in the Oregon Health & Science University’s Departments of Pathology and Molecular Microbiology and Immunology.  Dr Picker was recruited to […]