The Brigham Board Review in Infectious Diseases 2014 (Videos)

Unlocking Infectious Disease Expertise: The Brigham Board Review

The Brigham Board Review in Infectious Diseases, a renowned educational initiative presented by the distinguished Brigham and Women’s Hospital, has recently graced us with its recorded sessions. This unparalleled self-study endeavor is meticulously engineered to cater to the burgeoning educational requisites of infectious disease specialists. Through a kaleidoscope of multimedia formats, the program adapts seamlessly to your busy schedule and preferred preparation style.

Illuminating Expertise from the Titans of Infectious Disease

The Brigham Board Review’s faculty, a constellation of luminaries in the realm of infectious disease, is led by the esteemed Course Director, Dr. Paul E. Sax. Under his guidance, a cadre of over 25 renowned colleagues is dedicated to honing your proficiency in this vital field.

Through their expert tutelage, you will ascend to new heights of preparedness, equipping yourself to:

• Triumph over the challenges of the ABIM subspecialty exam in Infectious Disease
• Sharpen your acumen in infectious disease management, identifying and bridging knowledge gaps
• Master a comprehensive tapestry of infectious disease topics, including HIV, STDs, and a myriad of bacterial and viral infections

Navigating the Infectious Disease Landscape

The Brigham Board Review meticulously dissects the infectious disease landscape, offering a panoramic view of its complexities.

Microbiology’s Enigmatic Realm

• Overview of Clinical Microbiology — Bacteria and Mycobacteria
• Clinical Microbiology — Fungi and Viruses

Antibiotic Armamentarium

• Antibiotics – I
• Antibiotics – II

Targeting Fungal Foes

• Antifungal Therapy: Options and Indications

Subduing Viral Invasions

• Therapy of Herpes and Influenza Virus Infections – 2012

Deciphering Immune Deficiencies

• Congenital Immunodeficiencies of Clinical Importance in Adults

Combating Respiratory Infections

• Respiratory Tract Infections: Sore throats, Common Colds, and Coughs
• Community-Acquired Pneumonia
• Nosocomial Pneumonia and other ICU Infections

Infection Control’s Vital Role

• Common Problems in Infection Control and Healthcare Epidemiology

Unraveling Endocarditis

• Endocarditis

Tackling Meningitis and Encephalitis

• Meningitis and Encephalitis

Conquering Bone and Joint Infections

• Bone and Joint Infections

Travel Medicine’s Prudent Safeguards

• Travel Medicine

Parasitology’s Elusive World

• Parasitology

Immunization’s Protective Embrace

• Adult Immunizations

Tick-borne Diseases’ Insidious Threat

• Tick-borne Diseases

Tuberculosis’ Unwavering Persistence

• Tuberculosis

Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria’s Stealthy Nature

• Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria, Nocardiosis, Rhodococcus, and Actinomycosis

Navigating the Complexities of Biologics

• Infectious Complications of Corticosteroids, Monoclonal Antibody Therapy and Other Biologics

Transplant Infectious Diseases’ Unique Challenges

• Transplant Infectious Diseases – General Principles
• Transplant Infectious Diseases Boards Questions

Zoonoses’ Intertwined Worlds

• Zoonoses

Fighting Infectious Diarrhea

• Infectious Diarrhea

HIV’s Multifaceted Onslaught

• HIV: Testing and Initial Evaluation
• HIV: Opportunistic Infections and Board Review Questions
• HIV: Clinical Cases and HIV Resistance Testing

Antiretroviral Therapy’s Strategic Deployment

• Principles of Antiretroviral Therapy: When to Start and What to Start

Viral Hepatitis’s Impact

• Viral Hepatitis

Sexually Transmitted Infections’ Prevalence

• Sexually Transmitted Infections

Outpatient Infectious Disease’s Practical Challenges

• Outpatient Infectious Disease – Board Review Questions

Skin Infections’ Diverse Manifestations

• Skin Infection and Infection-Mimickers

Non-Infectious Disease’s Board Pertinence

• Cases: Non-Infectious Diseases that May Appear on the Boards
• Non-Infectious Diseases that May Appear on the Boards Part II

Empowering Learning Outcomes

After immersing yourself in this transformative learning experience, you will emerge with a profound transformation in your infectious disease knowledge and practice:

• A cohesive understanding of infectious disease principles
• Enhanced clinical competence, filling knowledge and skill gaps
• A heightened ability to link pathophysiology to clinical presentations
• Expertise in formulating optimal therapeutic strategies, weighing their risks and benefits
• The confidence to translate these newfound insights into exam success and everyday patient care

Accreditation’s Mark of Excellence

The Brigham Board Review in Infectious Diseases is proudly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, ensuring its unwavering commitment to physician education.

This exceptional program, a testament to the power of collaboration and expertise, is your gateway to unlocking the mysteries of infectious disease and empowering your practice.