Breakpoints

#139 – The ART of HIV Care: Evidence, Pearls and Practice

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Show Notes

Join Dr. Whitney Buckel and leading HIV experts Dr. William Short and Dr. Ryan Tomlin for an engaging discussion on the current and future state of HIV care. As treatment and prevention options continue to evolve, clinicians face new opportunities and challenges in translating evidence into practice. This episode examines long-acting therapies, prevention innovations, and key implementation considerations, providing practical guidance and real-world perspectives to help healthcare professionals deliver high-quality, evidence-based HIV care.

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