Hosted by Wyss Core Faculty David R. Walt, PhD, Diagnostics Grand Rounds brings clinicians with unmet needs to the Wyss Institute. The goal of these sessions is to inform technology developers about important clinical problems that can help them direct their technology development efforts. Presenters are asked to identify diagnostic needs that will have an impact on the quality of care they deliver.
Infectious diseases are a significant cause of death and disability worldwide. Therefore, diagnosing infectious diseases is essential for the timely and effective treatment of patients. However, diagnosing infectious diseases can be challenging, as there are many different types of infectious diseases, and each can present a variety of symptoms.
In this presentation, Dr. Lindsey Baden will discuss the current state of infectious disease diagnostics.