IDWeek

Visit us at IDWeek 2026 in Washington, D.C., and stop by booth 1525 to explore the latest innovations in immunodiagnostics and molecular diagnostics.

Learn more about IDWeek

Join us at IDWeek 2026 in Washington, D.C., and stop by booth 1525 to explore the latest innovations in immunodiagnostics and molecular diagnostics.for a series of engaging educational sessions featuring expert speakers, emerging insights, and real-world perspectives on topics shaping the future of infectious disease diagnostics and patient care. Designed for clinicians, laboratorians, and healthcare professionals, these sessions will explore timely challenges, practical applications, and evolving approaches that support informed decision-making and better patient outcomes. We invite you to connect, learn, and be part of the conversation by attending the sessions below and adding them to your IDWeek agenda.

One Size Fits None: Finding the Right Molecular GI Testing Strategy for Your Lab

• Date & Time: Thursday, October 22 | 11:15 AM–12:00 PM
• Location: Lounge 4, Slot 2
• Topics: Gastrointestinal, Diagnostic Stewardship
• Speakers:
  • Kaisha Gonzalez, PhD, MB (ASCP)CM, Regional Director of Scientific Affairs at Diasorin
  • Kyle Rodino PhD, D(ABMM) Associate Professor, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine | Perelman School of Medicine, UPenn Assistant Director, Clinical Microbiology Laboratory | Director, Rittenhouse Molecular Laboratory | HUP 
     

Yeast, Parasites, and Panels: Unique Case Studies in Syndromic Molecular Testing

• Date & Time: Thursday, October 22 | 1:15–2:00 PM
• Location: Lounge 2, Slot 4
• Speakers:
  • Susan Butler-Wu, PhD, D(ABMM), FIDSA, Associate Professor of Clinical Pathology, Keck School of Medicine of USC, Director of Clinical Microbiology at LA General Medical Center, Los Angeles
  • Sean Carey, D.Sc., MS, ASCP(MB) General Manager of Laboratory Services at Deborah Heart and Lung Center 

A Yeast of Burden: Managing Candida auris in Healthcare 

• Date & Time: Friday, October 23 | 1:15–2:00 PM
• Location: Lounge 3, Slot 8
• Speaker:
  • Ahnika Kline, MD, PhD. D(ABMM) Assistant Professor, Clinical Pathology Associate Director, Microbiology Laboratory UC San Diego

LIAISON PrevaLENS™: Prevalence Analytics to Inform Flexible Syndromic Testing Strategies 

• Date & Time: Saturday, October 24 | 8:00 AM
• Location: Room 206
• Speakers:
  • Kaisha Gonzalez, PhD, MB (ASCP)CM, Regional Director of Scientific Affairs at Diasorin