Infectious Diseases
Infectious diseases are caused by harmful agents, also known as pathogens, which enter your body and inflict various ailments and symptoms. The Infectious Disease team at Saint Joseph Health System diagnoses and treats infection-related medical and surgical conditions and diseases. Our goal is to develop a personalized, effective plan of care for all patients that walk through our doors.
Conditions
Our team manages complex diseases with compassion and clinical expertise. The providers at St. Joe treat a wide range of diseases in both inpatient and outpatient settings, prepared to treat most infectious outbreaks, including, but not limited to:
- HIV
- Hepatitis C
- Tick-borne diseases
- Fungal and mycobacterial infections
- Meningitis
- Multiple drug-resistant organisms
- Chronic pneumonia
- Endocarditis
- Complicated UTI
- Soft tissue infection
St. Joe’s is committed to the latest diagnostic testing and therapeutics, and works closely with clinical pharmacists and laboratory personnel. Patients can expect to experience any tests, like CT scans, that are necessary to monitor and treat the diseases.
Meet the Team
Our team is dedicated to treating your condition with personalized care and putting you on the path towards a healthier future.