Manisha Juthani

Manisha Juthani is a Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases physician at Yale School of Medicine with a secondary appointment as Professor in Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases at the Yale School of Public Health. She has held leadership roles including Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program Director since 2012 and has been instrumental in leading infectious disease efforts at Yale during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education:

• BA, University of Pennsylvania (1994)
• MD, Cornell University Medical College (1998)
• Intern and Resident, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell (2001)
• Chief Resident, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2002)
• Fellow, Yale University School of Medicine (2005)

Dr. Juthani's research focuses on improving the diagnosis, management, and prevention of infections in older adults, particularly urinary tract infections and pneumonia in nursing home settings. Her work bridges infectious diseases, geriatrics, and palliative care, with significant contributions to antimicrobial stewardship at the end of life. She has conducted federally funded research including a landmark JAMA publication on cranberry capsules for UTI prevention in nursing homes.

Her recent publications demonstrate a clear focus on antibiotic use in vulnerable populations, particularly older adults with advanced cancer transitioning to end-of-life care. The research examines the delicate balance between infection management and quality of life, with implications for antimicrobial stewardship in palliative settings. Her work spans clinical trials, observational studies, and educational interventions aimed at improving urine culture practices and antibiotic use.

Scientific Awards and Recognition:

• Leadership Institute, Community of Leaders (2021)
• Press Conference Special Guest with Governor Ned Lamont (2020)
• COVID-19 Recognition Award from Yale School of Medicine (2020)
• Stories of Internal Medicine Selected Presenter (2020)
• WTNH News Channel 8 Weekly ID Contributor on COVID-19 (2020)

As Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program Director since 2012, Dr. Juthani has mentored numerous trainees in infectious diseases. Her research has been supported by federal funding, including an R01 grant that led to her influential JAMA publication. During the pandemic, she has been featured extensively in national media outlets including CNN, The New York Times, and BBC News Hour. Her work at the intersection of infectious diseases and palliative care represents a growing field with significant implications for end-of-life care practices.