The Smartest Doctor in the Room

Ep. 185 - Pandemic Preparedness: Bird Flu, Antibiotic Resistance & the Next Big Threat


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In this episode of The Smartest Doctor in the Room, host Dr. Dean Mitchell sits down with Dr. Bruce Farber, Chief of Public Health and Epidemiology at Northwell Health, to dissect the infectious disease threats making headlines—from resurgent measles outbreaks to the looming specter of avian flu. With decades of experience battling HIV, COVID-19, and hospital-acquired infections, Dr. Farber offers a frontline perspective on:

  • The alarming measles surge: Why vaccine hesitancy is fueling preventable outbreaks and who really needs a booster.
  • Bird flu’s pandemic potential: How close are we to human-to-human transmission—and are we prepared?
  • Candida auris & other hospital superbugs: The truth about antibiotic resistance and how to protect yourself during hospital stays.
  • Chronic Lyme & "long COVID" controversies: Why prolonged antibiotics often fail—and what might work instead.
  • Lessons from HIV to COVID: How public health wins (and fails) shape our future.


This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the invisible threats in our communities. Tune in for an episode filled with cutting edge insights on modern day medicine, no fear-mongering, just facts.

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