Todd C. Lee Md Mph Fidsa

This study looks at whether it is safe to not give the antibiotic rifampin to people with a serious heart valve infection caused by S. aureus bacteria. About 330 adults with infected artificial heart valves will be randomly assigned to receive either rifampin plus standard care o…

This study looks at whether switching from aspirin to clopidogrel (another blood thinner) can reduce heart complications in people with a serious staph bloodstream infection. About 300 adults who already take aspirin for heart disease prevention will be randomly assigned to stay …

This study is for people with weakened immune systems who have a serious lung infection called PCP. The standard treatment often causes harsh side effects. Researchers want to see if a lower dose of the drug works just as well but with fewer side effects. About 416 adults will ta…

This study compares two common antibiotics, daptomycin and vancomycin, to see which one works better for people with a serious MRSA bloodstream infection. About 300 adults with MRSA in their blood will be randomly assigned to one of the two drugs. The goal is to find out which tr…

This study tests whether adding ertapenem to the standard antibiotic cefazolin helps adults with a serious staph bloodstream infection (MSSA) recover faster. About 60 participants will receive either the combo or standard care. The goal is to see if the combination clears the inf…