Why Infectious Disease Might (Surprisingly) Be the Best Specialty for you!

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to work in infectious disease? Like many of you, I've watched shows like House and wondered if the day-to-day is anything like they portray in movies and on TV. And let's be honest, doesn't it seem a little scary to work in a field where you're constantly exposed to serious infections, with a concern for your own safety? Well, in this video, I'm talking with Dustin Marley, a PA who's worked in infectious disease his entire career since graduation – over 10 years! He absolutely loves it, and he's here to tell us what it's really like. Dustin spills all the details, from working in smaller community hospitals to tackling super complex cases at big academic centers. He shares his honest take on the challenges, like detailed charting and the constant battle against antibiotic resistance, but also what is so satisfying about working in infectious disease. He also opens up about what it was like to be on the front lines during the chaos of COVID-19, and if he finds it scary to work in infectious disease. You'll hear his direct answer and learn why handwashing is often your best defense! If you're a PA, NP, or someone considering these paths, and you're curious about a specialty that's both intellectually stimulating and incredibly rewarding, this video is for you. Hit play to uncover the hidden gems of infectious disease – you might just find your new passion! Infectious Disease Society of America: https://www.idsociety.org/ Please Like 👍, Comment 💬, Subscribe ✅, and SHARE 🤳! 👀What video would YOU like to see on this channel?👀 - Tell me in the comment section! Some of My Channel Playlists: Cool & Unusual PA/NP Jobs:    • Плейлист   Gift & Product Guides:    • Плейлист   PA & NP Opportunities Around the World:    • Global & Unique Practice   PANRE-LA:    • PANRE-LA   Professional PA Topics:    • Professional Survival Guide   Non-Clinical PA/NP Roles:    • Non-Clinical PA & NP Roles   Top Apps & Resources for PAs & NPs:    • Top Tools & CME Resources   Interviews with PAs & NPs in various medical specialties:    • Specialized Medical Care   Recording Gear: Camera: Sony ZV1 - https://amzn.to/3IFFFMd Microphone: Rode Wireless GO II - https://amzn.to/3Pnvks5 Lights: Neewer 660 LED Video Light, 2 pk - https://amzn.to/49080aT (These are Amazon affiliate links.) Timestamps: 00:00 The Specialty of Infectious Disease 01:14 Dustin Marley, Infectious Disease PA 02:06 Travel Medicine 03:05 Population Seen in Infectious Disease 03:39 Landing in Infectious Disease 05:18 Are Many PAs/NPs Working in Infectious Disease? 06:29 Dealing with Antibiotics & Antibiotic Resistance 08:25 Is it Scary Working in Infectious Disease? 09:36 Working in Infectious Disease During Covid 11:27 Is Infectious Disease Really Like “HOUSE”? 12:15 Day in the Life of an Infectious Disease Provider 13:18 Autonomy in Infectious Disease 14:16 Do You Do Procedures in Infectious Disease? 14:38 What’s Great About Working in Infectious Disease? 15:13 Challenges of Working in Infectious Disease 16:09 Patient Count in Infectious Disease Welcome to my channel, The Medicine Couch, where I strive to help PAs & NPs craft a career they love by highlight all the possibilities open to us with our degrees. I do that by exploring all the medical specialties we can work in, finding cool & unusual jobs PAs & NPs can do, as well as discovering non-clinical roles for those ready to transition out of clinical practice! I also discuss professional topics and highlight resources that make your life better. If these are topics that interest you, then subscribe and become part of the Medicine Couch family! If you have an idea for a video or have questions, please email me at admin@themedicinecouch.com #TheMedicineCouch #PACareer #NPCareer #medicalspecialties