Sean O’Leary, MD, professor of pediatrics in the Section of Infectious Diseases and director, Colorado Pediatric Practice-Based Research Network at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) for a three-year term commencing on July 1. Since its establishment in 1973, NFID aims to educate and involve communities, the public and healthcare professionals on infectious diseases throughout all stages of life. The board plays a pivotal role in setting the organization's strategic direction.