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Jonathan Hand, MD

Infectious Disease

Dr. Jonathan Hand earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his internship, residency, and infectious diseases fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Medicine at The University of Queensland School of Medicine Ochsner Clinical School.

Dr. Hand specializes in the treatment of infections in immunocompromised patients who anticipate or undergo solid organ or hematopoietic stem cell transplantation as well as patients treated with other immunosuppressive therapies.

He is a member of the American Society of Transplantation with ongoing involvement in societal projects. He is also a member of The Transplantation Society, International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, and the Infectious Diseases Society of America. Dr. Hand is the Medical Director of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program at Ochsner Medical Center. He also serves on the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency's advisory board providing guidance on infectious diseases-related concerns in organ donors and recipients. His practice and research interests include infectious complications of transplant recipients and antimicrobial stewardship.

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Prevention & Wellness
Jan 26, 2021

Is the COVID-19 Vaccine Safe for Transplant Patients?

As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to roll out, we know that transplant patients wait in great anticipation. Here are some of the most common questions concerning COVID-19 vaccination among the transplant community.
By Jonathan Hand, MD
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Conditions & Treatment
Sep 4, 2020

Is It Really a Penicillin Allergy?

Those who have a penicillin allergy are often prescribed inferior intibiotics. If you don't have an actual allergy to penicillin, the unnecessarily broad-spectrum antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance.
By Jonathan Hand, MD
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Prevention & Wellness
Sep 4, 2020

6 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Antibiotic Prescriptions

When you are prescribed an antibiotic, consider discussing the questions below with your doctor to educate yourself and ensure you are being treated correctly.
By Jonathan Hand, MD
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Prevention & Wellness
Sep 4, 2020

Do I Need Antibiotics? Viruses vs. Bacteria

You can help fight resistance by always checking with your doctor before using an antibiotic and asking your doctor if antibiotics are truly necessary.
By Jonathan Hand, MD
Antibiotic Resistance
Prevention & Wellness
Oct 21, 2021

Antibiotic Resistance: Am I at Risk?

Four things to know about antibiotic resistance and how to keep yourself safe.
By Jonathan Hand, MD
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