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in Infectious Diseases

Areas of Specialization


Clinical Practice


Infectious diseases specialists who work in a clinical environment are on the front lines of the latest ID challenges, whether it’s treating COVID-19 patients or managing the complex care required to treat HIV. ID clinicians can combine their clinical work with education and research by working in an academic setting, or they may work in community-based clinics or private practice.

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Transplant ID


Transplant ID is a relatively new subspecialty in which ID specialists help to manage and treat infections in organ and stem cell transplant recipients. As technology improves and the number of transplant surgeries grows, having transplant-trained ID specialists is becoming increasingly important for making these life-saving procedures safer and more successful.

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Pharmaceutical Industry


When it comes to pharmaceutical careers in infectious diseases, the options are endless. From developing life-saving vaccines and diagnostics to ensuring equitable access to treatment, there are plenty of ways to make a difference that align with your career interests.



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Public Health


The best thing about an ID career in public health is the diverse range of career paths available – all of which can have a profound impact on human health while offering long-term stability. People who are trained in public health can work in a variety of settings, including in state and local health departments, universities, nonprofits, corporations, within the CDC and beyond. 

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Medical Education


A career in medical education provides opportunities to mentor, train and inspire medical students and trainees. Whether teaching in a classroom setting, working with residents or collaborating with leaders in education on curriculum design, there are several ways to make an impact on the next generation of researchers and clinicians.

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Global Health


In an increasingly interconnected world, infectious diseases can spread more easily than they ever have before. Careers in global health span clinical care, policy, research and public health. Key considerations in choosing this career path include language barriers, the amount of time you’re willing to spend overseas and the type of training you’ll need to be successful.

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Antimicrobial Stewardship


Antimicrobial stewardship is the effort to protect patients by improving the treatment of infections, avoiding the overuse of antibiotics and reducing microbial resistance. Careers in antimicrobial stewardship vary widely, with options ranging from developing an antimicrobial stewardship program within a health system to researching ways to improve prescribing practices.  

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  • About
    • Why ID Medicine?
    • Our People
    • Our Individual Donors
    • Your Health Platform
      • Dr. John G. Bartlett Memorial Education Series
      • Infectious Diseases A to Z
    • Newsletter Archives
    • Annual Reports
    • Financials
  • Giving
    • Industry Partners
    • Make a One-Time Gift
    • Give Monthly as an ID Detective
    • Join the Leadership Society
    • Join the Visionary Society
    • Make a Memorial or Tribute Gift
    • Foundation Naming Opportunities
    • Planned Giving
  • Careers in ID
    • ID Career Paths
  • Fellowships, Grants & Programs
    • AMR Education Grants
    • Dr. John G. Bartlett Memorial Education Series
    • G.E.R.M. Program
    • HIVMA Clinical Fellowship Program
    • IDea Incubator
    • ID Student Interest Groups Grant Program
    • Microbial Pathogenesis in Alzheimer’s Disease Grant
    • IDWeek Mentorship Program
    • Women of ID Program
  • Blog
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