S2 Ep3: #14 Getting to the Heart of Injection Drug Use Associated Infectious Endocarditis with Dr. Ayesha AppaS2 Ep3: #14 Getting to the Heart of Injection Drug Use Associated Infectious Endocarditis with Dr. Ayesha Appa
The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast
Explore how addiction medicine intersects with infectious diseases in this insightful episode on injection drug use-related infective endocarditis.
58:09•20 Jul 2023
Heart Matters: Tackling Infective Endocarditis in Injection Drug Users
Episode Overview
- The importance of gathering substance use history iteratively and through a management-focused lens
- Partnering with consulting teams and utilizing multidisciplinary endocarditis teams for comprehensive care
- Challenges in creating a caring environment for patients with competing priorities
- The need for a robust partnership between addiction medicine and infectious diseases
- Insights into patient-centered care and treatment of substance use disorders
“The right antibiotics and right reasons are essential to ensure effective treatment for patients, particularly those with competing priorities. This episode is a valuable resource for anyone in addiction medicine or seeking to learn more about it.”
Ever wondered how addiction medicine intersects with infectious diseases? This episode of The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast dives into the complex world of injection drug use-related infective endocarditis. Hosts Carolyn Chan and Shawn Cohen team up with Dr. Ayesha Appa from UCSF to explore patient-centered care strategies that address both acute infections and substance use disorders (SUD). Dr.
Appa brings her expertise to the table, sharing practical tips on advocating for surgical treatments when necessary and the importance of gathering substance use history iteratively. The conversation highlights the value of multidisciplinary endocarditis teams and strong partnerships between addiction medicine and infectious disease specialists. By focusing on the real-life challenges of treating patients with competing priorities, the episode provides a nuanced look at how to create a caring environment that meets both gold-standard infection treatment and addiction treatment needs.
Whether you're an addiction medicine physician or a healthcare professional eager to deepen your understanding, this episode offers valuable insights into the heart of patient care.
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