📢 Welcome to The Advocate Podcast! 🎙️🔊 Episode 2: A Conversation with Dr. Tristan BarberIn this episode of The Advocate Podcast, Christian Mercer-Hall sits down with Dr. Tristan Barber, an HIV and sexual health specialist, to explore the evolving landscape of HIV care. Tristan shares his personal and professional journey into the field, shedding light on the needs of long-term HIV survivors and the groundbreaking work being done at the Sage Clinic, which focuses on aging and comorbidities in HIV patients.Their conversation delves into the importance of a holistic approach to patient care, the impact of neurocognitive impairment, and how stigma still affects individuals living with HIV. They also discuss the latest innovations in HIV treatment, including long-acting injectables, and how the U=U campaign (Undetectable = Untransmittable) is reshaping public perception and empowering individuals.💡 Key Takeaways:✅ Why holistic care is essential for people living with HIV✅ The latest advancements in HIV treatment, including long-acting injectables✅ How education and advocacy continue to drive change and fight stigma🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that challenge perceptions and push for progress in HIV awareness and care!Let’s keep the conversation going—drop your thoughts in the comments below. ⬇️Chapters00:00 Introduction01:48 How Dr Barber Got Into His Field05:06 Personal Experience and Professional Impact09:16 Career Milestones and Global Impact14:18 Balancing Personal and Professional Life17:23 The Sage Clinic: Addressing Aging with HIV23:35 Holistic Care in HIV Treatment26:18 Understanding Neurocognitive Impairment32:20 Innovations in HIV Treatment35:40 Addressing Stigma in HIV40:10 The Impact of U=U42:03 Empowering Advocacy in HIV Awareness