Podcast : Impact of syndromic testing on patient clinical outcomes
Published on : December 2025
SUMMARY
Critical Conversations: Voices of AMR Experts | October 2025
In this Critical Conversations podcast episode, join Dr. Subedi from Australia and Dr. Agrawal from India as they explore the clinical and economic benefits of syndromic testing for infections like meningitis, encephalitis, and bloodstream infections — critical topics in the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Through real-world studies, the experts share how fast diagnostic testing can accelerate time to targeted therapy, optimize antimicrobial stewardship, and potentially reduce healthcare costs, highlighting the importance of laboratory-clinician collaboration in diverse hospital settings.
Tune in to hear leading experts reveal how syndromic testing and health economics data are transforming infectious disease diagnosis and antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) practices ― including guidance for implementation and insights for improving patient outcomes.
FEATURED EXPERTS
Dr. Umang Agrawal, Infectious Disease Consultant, P.D. Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai, India
Dr. Shradha Subedi, Infectious Disease Physician, Medical Microbiologist, Sunshine Coast University Hospital in Queensland, Australia
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Listen now for actionable insights on improving clinical outcomes and optimizing AMR management in your practice.