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HIV—Treating a Changing Epidemic with Dr. Rochelle Walensky

Wednesday 8th April 2020

Dr. Rochelle Walensky shares her journey in HIV treatment, focusing on care access and early diagnosis on 'Charged: Stories from the Women Leading Health Care'.
39 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Compassionate
Engaging

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Charged: Stories from the Women Leading Health Care
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Dr. Rochelle Walensky: Transforming HIV Care Through Compassion and Innovation

Our job was to make the hospital their comfort place, and sometimes they were receptive to that and sometimes they weren't. But I didn't know how much HIV would shape my training.
Imagine witnessing the evolution of HIV treatment from the 1990s to today. Dr. Rochelle Walensky, chief of infectious diseases at Mass General, has lived through this transformation. In this episode of 'Charged: Stories from the Women Leading Health Care', she opens up about her journey in treating HIV patients and the hurdles they face. From the early days of limited treatment options to the advent of life-changing drugs, Dr. Walensky has seen it all.
She shares her dedication to expanding access to care, emphasizing the importance of understanding patients' struggles. Her research on HIV screening and prevention underscores the critical need for early diagnosis and treatment. With a blend of professional insights and personal stories, Dr. Walensky paints a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs in HIV care. Whether you're interested in medical advancements or compassionate patient care, this episode offers a heartfelt look at the ongoing battle against HIV. Dr.
Walensky's commitment to improving lives through research and empathy shines through, making this a must-listen for anyone touched by the epidemic.