A Haunted House of Infectious Diseases - Interactive

Diagnosing and treating infections are a crucial component of the daily life of a hospitalist. This interactive activity will discuss infectious diseases with high mortality rates. Case studies will be utilized to illustrate common scenarios of these diseases. You'll pause to reflect and respond with next steps and treatment plans. We will discuss both the pearls and pitfalls of these diseases along with evidence-based diagnostic and treatment approaches.

Learning Objectives


At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Describe the current guideline recommendations for the treatment of C. difficile infections
  • Discuss how to identify and treat extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs)
  • Explain the diagnosis and management of candidemiali>
  • Discuss the manifestations and treatment of mucormycosis
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