#53 – Abscessus and fortuitum and avium, Oh My!: Updates and Controversies in NTM Management

Drs. Wendi Drummond and Jeff Pearson (@jeffpears0n) join Dr. Rachel Britt (@RachelBPharmD) on the Breakpoints podcast this week to discuss all things on non-tuberculosis mycobacteria pulmonary infections. Listen for answers to all your burning questions like “Are we still using IV amikacin?” and “How do I get omadacycline for my patient?” as well as learning why clofazimine is the coolest drug out there. For more NTM content, check out Dr. Drummond’s podcast, NTMTalk!

This podcast was sponsored by an unrestricted medical education grant from Paratek.

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