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Busky made IDSA a source for science-based information

Reflecting on his career, Chris Busky doesn’t sugarcoat his experiences leading the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA).Since he became CEO of Arlington, Virginia-based IDSA in 2016, the infectious disease field has battled several crises. COVID, Zika outbreaks, Mpox and a measles resurgence in multiple states all happened within the past nine years.“It’s a testament to our leadership and staff to be able to manage the day-to-day work and also be on high alert to manage emergencies and outbreaks as they happen,” Busky told CEO Update.Busky routinely advised staff at the $31 million annual revenue global society to “prioritize and focus.” Now he’s taking his own advice. On Jan. 2,… Read More