Sara Rogers is President of IDNPSA and an experienced infectious disease nurse practitioner specializing in inpatient and critical care. Based in Albuquerque, NM, she holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and dual certifications in acute and adult-gerontology care. Sara is passionate about advancing the IDNP role, mentoring colleagues, and promoting excellence in infectious disease care.

Sagie De Guzman, PhD, APRN, A-CNS, ANP-C, is a distinguished Adult Nurse Practitioner and an accomplished academic, currently serving as the Director of the Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Program at Pacific College. Based at Saint John’s Cancer and Research Institute in Santa Monica, CA, Dr. De Guzman specializes in urology and infectious diseases, where he integrates advanced clinical practices with a compassionate approach to patient care.

Vanessa Riley is the Chief Information Officer of IDNPSA, based in Rochester, NY, at the University of Rochester. She brings a background in inpatient general and transplant infectious diseases alongside expertise in healthcare technology and project management. She’s passionate about using digital solutions to advance infectious disease practice, connect professionals across disciplines, and is committed to fostering innovation and collaboration.