Dan Minter, an assistant professor at UCSF specializing in clinical care and education, and Jim Penoyer, a chief resident at Emory focusing on infectious diseases, dive deep into the clinical complexities of staph bacteremia. They discuss the risks associated with various dialysis methods, especially central venous catheters. The episode highlights how to interpret blood cultures, distinguish true pathogens from contaminants, and the transformative role of AI in clinical documentation. A compelling case study emphasizes the need for personalized care strategies in managing infections.