Whitney Hartlage

Dr. Sam Windham, an Assistant Professor and infectious diseases expert, teams up with Whitney Hartlage, an antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist, to delve into community-acquired pneumonia. They discuss the role of rapid diagnostic tests and the nuanced use of corticosteroids, challenging traditional treatment norms. The duo also examines the implications of PCR tests versus sputum cultures, and the importance of tailoring antibiotic therapies as resistance grows. Their insights highlight the evolving landscape of pneumonia management, stressing patient-centered approaches.