AAAAI Podcast: Conversations from the World of Allergy (The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI))

 Anna B. Fishbein, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the new educational course developed by the AAAAI that addresses the latest information surrounding the diagnosis and management of atopic dermatitis. This course provides important insights on new therapeutic agents, including biologics and JAK inhibitors, and how to discuss these treatment options with your patients. 

From now until January 4, 2023, AAAAI Fellows (those who have achieved the FAAAAI credential) and full members will select the next Board of Directors, including the next Secretary-Treasurer who will eventually ascend to become AAAAI President. Secretary-Treasurer candidates Christopher C. Randolph, MD, FAAAAI and Frank Virant, MD, FAAAAI, offer their perspective on a series of questions pertaining to their candidacy during this must-listen episode.

Matt Rank, MD, FAAAAI, the lead author of new guidelines for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis, offers tremendous insight regarding these recommendations and how to apply them to clinical care.

Maria Luz Lara-Marquez, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, joins the podcast to discuss fascinating concepts and evidence surrounding integrative medicine and how it can be used to help patients with allergic conditions.

Margee Louisias, MD, MPH, discusses exciting new initiatives from the AAAAI Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, including a series of webinars on the role of implicit biases and health equity. This episode explores how implicit and explicit biases impact various aspects of allergy/immunology and ways to address them.

Wellness expert Hemant Sharma, MD, MHS, discusses the powerful impact that stress and burnout has on all of us. This conversation includes practical advice we can all use to recognize and address the stress in our lives.

AAAAI Annual Meeting Program Chair, Joshua Boyce, MD, FAAAAI, discusses what to expect in San Antonio, TX, from February 24-27, 2023. Listen to hear a preview of the great sessions as well as tips on how to navigate the meeting.

Renowned food allergy expert Scott Sicherer, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the new sesame allergy labeling law and how this impacts management of sesame allergy. Listen to hear nuanced perspective surrounding risk, avoidance, and practical approaches towards avoidance of food allergens in packaged products.

Editor-in-Chief Michael Schatz, MD, MS, FAAAAI, discusses the evolution of The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice over the past decade and offers thoughts on what the next 10 years may hold. This conversation offers way more than just a walk down memory lane.

Basil Kahwash, MD, provides background, perspective and reassurance surrounding the recent shortage of liquid albuterol. This is a must listen for anyone who prescribes or relies on albuterol for treatment.

Sharmilee Nyenhuis, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the AAAAI Sports, Exercise, and Fitness Committee's Work Group report on Recommendations for Physical Activity in Asthma. This is a great listen not only for healthcare professionals but for anyone who has asthma as well.

Current AAAAI President Jonathan A. Bernstein, MD, FAAAAI, discusses his career path towards patient care, research, mentorship and volunteering and how it influenced his presidential initiatives for this year.

Anil Nanda, MD, FAAAAI, joins the podcast to discuss asthma diagnosis, management, advocacy and much, much more. Listen now to learn why the entire month of May is dedicated to helping millions of people with asthma. (May 1, 2023)

AAAAI President-Elect Paul V. Williams, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the end of the U.S. national emergency declarations and new transitions within the AAAAI COVID-19 Response Task Force. 

Mohamed Yassin, MD, FAAAAI, delves into many of the important details surrounding the significant changes that go into effect on November 1, 2023. This is a must listen for every allergist and practice.

Alice Hoyt, MD, FAAAAI, provides great information surrounding stock epinephrine laws for schools, including a call to arms for more prescribers to get involved.

Anne Marie Singh, MD, takes a deep dive into the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the development of allergic conditions. There may not be an easy answer to these questions, but Dr. Singh offers tremendous insight throughout this discussion. 

One of the world's leading venom allergy experts, David Golden, MD, FAAAAI, offers a primer on everything you need to know for diagnosing and managing insect sting hypersensitivity.

Wanda Phipatanakul, MD, MS, FAAAAI, lends her expertise to discuss the many ways in which indoor and outdoor air quality impacts us all. From wildfires to gas stoves, this topic has been in the media for quite some time. This discussion covers this and so much more.

Andrea Pappalardo, MD, FAAAAI, provides a wealth of information regarding toolkits and steps for schools to obtain reliever inhalers to help students with asthma. 

Infectious diseases expert Lawrence Frenkel, MD, discussed the exciting new RSV vaccines for elderly and pregnant adults and monoclonal antibodies for infants. Just in time for RSV season.

Drug allergy expert Allison Ramsey, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the importance of proactively delabeling patients with reported penicillin allergy. This is a must listen for all healthcare professionals…and relevant to at least 10% of the general population. 

AAAAI President Jonathan A. Bernstein, MD, FAAAAI, talks us through the recently published AAAAI, ACAAI, and ATS consensus work group definition of clinical remission in asthma on treatment.

International best-selling author, researcher and myth buster Timothy Caulfield joins us for our 100th episode to discuss the influence of celebrities, social media and disinformation campaigns…and how we can all fight back. 

Amal Assa'ad, MD, FAAAAI, tells us what we can look forward to during this comprehensive conference covering many different aspects of food allergy diagnosis and management.

Dilawar Khokhar, MD, offers comprehensive information on how to diagnose and manage this unique condition.

Food allergy expert Jacob Kattan, MD, FAAAAI, offers an in depth explanation and discussion of a very nuanced topic often filled with outdated information. This episode CONTAINS valuable information for anyone with food allergies!

From now until January 5, 2024, AAAAI Fellows (those who have achieved the FAAAAI credential) and full members will select the next Board of Directors, including the next Secretary-Treasurer who will eventually ascend to become AAAAI President. Secretary-Treasurer candidates Mariana C. Castells, MD, PhD, FAAAAI and Carla M. Davis, MD, FAAAAI, offer their perspective on a series of questions pertaining to their candidacy during this must-listen episode. 

Kara Wada, MD, offers bountiful tips to help anyone with allergies or asthma navigate triggers throughout the holiday season. This includes great advice for healthcare professionals to offer patients as well! 

Thanai Pongdee, MD, FAAAAI, discusses why this long-standing and commonly used medication is being discontinued and offers valuable advice on options for those with asthma or eosinophilic esophagitis to consider.

David Golden, MD, FAAAAI, returns to discuss important highlights and offer perspective from the new anaphylaxis practice parameters. With several new and potentially controversial recommendations, this is a must listen episode.

Derek Chu, MD, PhD, discusses the newly published atopic dermatitis practice parameters, including treatment recommendations and best practices for management. This conversation is filled with useful information, context and perspective to complement the parameters.

Joshua Boyce, MD, FAAAAI, discusses an exciting addition to the AAAAI Annual Meeting. Listen now to learn more about what the entire meeting has in store.

Robert Wood, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the exciting new FDA approval for using Omalizumab to treat food allergies. This is a must listen for allergists and patients as Dr. Wood offers insight and information related to the research findings and best practices for using this new treatment.

Psychologist Linda Herbert, PhD, discusses the powerful impact that headlines and scary stories can have on people with food allergies and other allergic conditions. 

AAAAI President Paul V. Williams, MD, FAAAAI, discusses how his three Presidential initiatives are designed to help patients and allergists. Listen now to learn more!

Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, FAAAAI, offers a sneak peek at the exciting 2024 AAAAI Practice Management Workshop taking place July 12-14 in Denver, CO. You won’t want to miss this one!

Allison Burbank, MD, offers a detailed and extremely insightful conversation surrounding the latest approaches towards asthma management and goals of therapy. 

Katherine Anagnostou, MD, MSc, PhD, FAAAAI, discusses the evolution and current approaches towards food allergy diagnosis and management. Listen to learn which food allergy advice is now outdated, incorrect and harmful.

Kristin Sokol, MD, MS, MPH, FAAAAI, discusses the importance of quality improvement in providing optimal care. Listen now to learn more about AAAAI related initiatives and support tools.

Gerald Volcheck, MD, FAAAAI, discusses important concepts surrounding anaphylaxis in the operating room as well as the new AAAAI online course that is available now.

Nicholas L. Rider, DO, FAAAAI, offers tremendous insight into the risks, benefits and great potential for how artificial intelligence can impact healthcare.

Marcella Aquino, MD, FAAAAI, provides an outstanding overview of this common skin condition and also discusses the new AAAAI educational course now available.

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Anaphylaxis specialist Jay Lieberman, MD, FAAAAI, tells us everything we need to know about the first FDA approved epinephrine nasal spray to treat type 1 allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. (Participants in this podcast have disclosed a past financial relationship with the drug manufacturer.)

Olga Kagan, PhD, RN, FHIMSS, FAAAAI, discusses the new AAAAI online anaphylaxis module designed for patients and the general public. Listen now to learn all about this free tool!

Anaphylaxis Interactive Learning Guide

Karla Adams, MD, FAAAAI, breaks down why and how to distinguish allergic reactions from non-immunologic adverse reactions to vaccines. Listen now to learn more and also discover the brand new AAAAI educational course.

Visit the Adverse Reactions to Vaccines course.

Dr. Timothy Buckey, MD, MBE, discusses how medical ethics impact every patient encounter and offers practical advice on how to implement into clinical practice. (November 13, 2024)

From now until January 6, 2025, AAAAI Fellows (those who have achieved the FAAAAI credential) and full members will select the next Board of Directors, including the next Secretary-Treasurer who will eventually ascend to become AAAAI President. Secretary-Treasurer candidates Stuart L. Abramson, MD, PhD, AE-C, FAAAAI and Leonard B. Bacharier, MD, FAAAAI, offer their perspective on a series of questions pertaining to their candidacy during this must-listen episode.

David Stukus, MD, FAAAAI, reflects upon his last six years as host and introduces Rebecca Saff, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, as our new voice. This fun and engaging episode marks a transition for our podcast’s exciting future!