50 Results forInfectious Disease Medicine Doctors near Independence, MO

Learn more about Infectious Disease Medicine Doctors and how to choose the right one for you

Learn more about Infectious Disease Medicine Doctors

Infectious disease medicine is a subspecialty of internal medicine. Infectious disease medicine doctors specialize in preventing, diagnosing and treating infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. They also have extensive knowledge in immunology, epidemiology, and infection control. Infectious disease specialists focus on the health needs of adults who require expert diagnosis or treatment of a specific infectious disease.

An infectious disease doctor typically:

 
  • Evaluates a patient’s medical history including results from previous blood tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic tests

  • Performs a physical exam

  • Orders and interprets laboratory studies and prescribes medications

  • Diagnoses and treats infectious diseases including post-surgical infections, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

  • Teachers patients and caregivers about infectious disease prevention

Infectious disease doctors may also be known as infectious disease specialists. These specialists also conduct research at medical centers and universities around the world.

There are 50 specialists practicing Infectious Disease Medicine in Independence, MO with an overall average rating of 3.7 stars. There are 28 hospitals near Independence, MO with affiliated Infectious Disease Medicine specialists, including Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, University Health Truman Medical Center and Research Medical Center.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make a same-day appointment with a Infectious Disease Specialist in Missouri?

How can I find a Missouri Infectious Disease Specialist who takes my insurance?

How can I find a female Infectious Disease Specialist in Missouri?

How can I book an appointment online with a Infectious Disease Specialist in Missouri?

How can I find a Missouri Infectious Disease Specialist who sees patients after hours?

How can I find a top-rated Infectious Disease Specialist in Missouri?