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Going anti-Viral

Going Anti-Viral
HIV
Covid-19
Public Health
Vaccination
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Substance Use Disorder
CDC
Long COVID
Vaccines
H5N1
Glp-1 Receptor Agonists
Antiretroviral Therapy
Influenza
AIDS
Broadly Neutralizing Antibodies
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Infectious Diseases
Cardiovascular Disease
Hepatitis C

Introducing Going anti-Viral, the podcast of the IAS–USA, a professional continuing medical education organization focused on HIV and other viral diseases. I’m Dr Michael Saag, professor emeritus of medicine and infectious diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and volunteer member of the IAS–USA Board of Directors. Join us as we interview experts in viral medicine about their area o... more

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In episode 81 of Going anti-Viral, Dr Steven Deeks joins host Dr Michael Saag to discuss recent research demonstrating the promise of a single shot in a functional cure of HIV. Dr Deeks is a Professor of Medicine in Residence at the University of Cal... more

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In episode 80 of Going anti-Viral, Dr Jason Zucker joins host Dr Michael Saag to provide an update on the Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) infection. Dr Zucker is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University and Assistant... more

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In episode 78 of Going anti-Viral, Dr Rajesh T. Gandhi joins host Dr Michael Saag to discuss the process of guidelines development. Dr Gandhi is a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Principal Investigator and Co-Director of the Harva... more

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In episode 77 of Going anti-Viral, Dr Debika Bhattacharya joins host Dr Michael Saag to discuss the management of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and vaccination. Dr Bhattacharya is a Clinical Professor at the University of California Los Angeles (... more

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Recent Guests

Steven Deeks
Professor of Medicine, UCSF; expert in HIV pathogenesis and treatment
University of California, San Francisco
Episode: Progress in HIV Cure Research: Can a Single Shot Deliver a Functional Cure? - Dr Steven Deeks
Jason Zucker
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Columbia University; Assistant Medical Director, NYC STD Prevention Training Center
Columbia University; NYC STD Prevention Training Center
Episode: TMVII: Understanding the Emergence of Trichophyton mentagrophytes Genotype VII – Dr Jason Zucker
Debika Bhattacharya
Clinical professor specialized in HIV and HIV viral hepatitis co-infection
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
Episode: Management of Hepatitis B Virus Infection and Vaccination – Dr Debika Bhattacharya
Dr. Kelly Gebo
Dean of the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University
George Washington University
Episode: The Impact of Long-acting Injectable HIV Treatments on Public Health – Dr Kelly Gebo
Dr. Shibani Mukerji
Associate Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School; HIV neurologist
Massachusetts General Hospital; Harvard Medical School
Episode: Cognitive Aging in HIV: Clinical Assessment and Management – Dr Shibani Mukerji
John Frater
Professor of Infectious Diseases leading the HIV Reservoir and Cure Group at University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: Immunology of HIV Cure and Beyond: Navigating Immunology Presentations at CROI 2026 – Dr John Frater
Bonnie Maldonado
Professor of Pediatrics and Global Health, Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Special Episode - Latest Update on Emerging Infections and Health Threats
Peter Chin-Hong
Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, UCSF
University of California, San Francisco
Episode: Special Episode - Latest Update on Emerging Infections and Health Threats
Alan Winston
Professor of HIV and genitourinary medicine at Imperial College London; consultant physician at St. Mary's Hospital London
Imperial College London; St. Mary's Hospital London
Episode: Neurodegeneration and Dementia Risk in Older Adults with HIV: Biomarkers and Epidemiology – Dr Alan Winston

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Michael Saag
Lead host; senior clinician and researcher with IAS–USA affiliations; appears across episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • the Remarkable Dr Jerry Friedland.

    So inspiring to hear Dr Friedland ‘s lifetime journey in care and research in HIV.

    Audible
    5
    Donna Jacobsen
    United States6 months ago
  • So inspiring to hear Dr Friedland ‘s lifetime journey in care and research in HIV.

    Audible
    5
    Donna Jacobsen
    United States6 months ago
  • Outstanding Content for practitioner and lay person alike!

    This podcast series has a wealth of actionable items for clinical decision makers as well as being highly informative (and entertaining!) to anyone interested in current public health challenges and opportunities. Can’t wait for the next pod drop - BRAVO !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moosesgod#10
    United States7 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    I love hearing Dr saag lecture at various meetings and curbsiders podcast. So excited to hear him have his own podcast. So educational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoldenKinako
    United States8 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners value the depth on HIV research and real-world implications.
Guests are often leading experts; production feels authoritative.
The show blends science with policy and implementation clearly.
Content is dense but highly informative for practitioners.
High-caliber guests routinely offer actionable clinical insights.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TMVII: Understanding the Emergence of Trichophyton mentagrophytes Genotype VII – Dr Jason Zucker
Q: What are the recommended initial steps when TM7 is suspected?
Counsel patients about TM7, start empiric terbinafine, obtain a fungal culture and scraping to confirm the diagnosis, and screen for other STIs as part of comprehensive sexual health care.
TMVII: Understanding the Emergence of Trichophyton mentagrophytes Genotype VII – Dr Jason Zucker
Q: How is TM7 transmitted and who is most at risk?
TM7 appears sexually transmissible through close skin-to-skin contact, particularly among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men, though transmission is not limited to this group and can occur via other skin contact.
TMVII: Understanding the Emergence of Trichophyton mentagrophytes Genotype VII – Dr Jason Zucker
Q: What is TM7 and how does it differ from classic ringworm?
TM7 is a dermatophyte infection caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype 7, which presents with more inflammation and a distribution that includes genitals, perianal area, and other sites, often associated with intimate skin-to-skin contact rather than classic presentation.
Cognitive Aging in HIV: Clinical Assessment and Management – Dr Shibani Mukerji
Q: How do you approach cognitive aging in people with HIV in a practical, clinic-friendly way?
Start with patient-centered questions to determine the 'why' behind symptoms, assess modifiable contributors like sleep, mood, and medications, and use a stepwise approach to evaluate instrumental activities of daily living before moving to more complex cognitive assessments; involve social workers and community health workers to map support systems.
The Impact of Long-acting Injectable HIV Treatments on Public Health – Dr Kelly Gebo
Q: Do you know how often routine HIV and hepatitis C screening is used in hospitals and emergency departments today?
Screening is becoming more common and early ART initiation in EDs is happening; many patients are linked to care within 24–48 hours, which is effective for rapid treatment and reducing transmission.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Going anti-Viral

What is Going anti-Viral about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program targets clinicians, researchers, and public health professionals focused on HIV and other viral infections. Episodes center on HIV cure research, long-acting therapies, vaccine design, and practical clinical workflows, often blending basic science with real-world implementation, guidelines development, and health equity considerations. A standout aspect is the consistent presence of leading HIV researchers and policy-minded clinicians who dissect cutting-edge science, translate it for practice, and discuss funding, access, and system-level challenges. Listeners can expect a data-informed, clinically oriented conversation with actionable takeaways for patient care, program design, and public health strategy, along with historica... more

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