In addition to providing state-of-the-art patient care, this service provides specialized training,
consultation and continuing education in infectious disease care for health professionals. Topics
address problems arising from bio-terrorism, emerging pathogens, and bacterial resistance.
The following services are provided:
Diagnosis and treatment of infectious and tropical diseases in adults including bone and
joint infections, infections in organ Transplantation and disorders related to human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Consultation with primary care providers, medical and surgical specialists, and other
infectious disease specialists related to diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of
infectious diseases
Prophylaxis and treatment of disorders associated with domestic and international travel
Infection control activities and healthcare epidemiology
Diagnostics, immunology and immunizations
Employee and healthcare worker exposure management