When to see an Infectious Diseases specialist
Seek an assessment for an infection that keeps returning, is not improving as expected, or has an uncertain diagnosis. We also assess infectious complications in people with cancer, immunosuppression or recent hospital care.
- Persistent or recurrent fever requiring investigation.
- Drug-resistant organisms in cultures or questions about prescribed treatment.
- Recurrent urinary infections and infections involving the lungs, skin, bones, joints or prostheses.
- HIV, sexually transmitted infections and tuberculosis assessment and follow-up.
What to expect
We review the course of the illness, previous treatments, allergies and available results. Examination and history guide any additional testing or coordination with your referring physician. Advice and follow-up are tailored to your case.
Antibiotics do not treat viral infections. Assessment helps determine whether an antimicrobial is needed and which treatment is appropriate.
Preparing for your appointment
Bring complete laboratory results, cultures and susceptibility reports, hospital discharge summaries, and a list of medications with doses and treatment dates. Include any referral letter. Do not stop or change prescribed treatment on your own before the visit.
When urgent care is needed
If you have difficulty breathing, confusion, fainting or rapid deterioration, go to an emergency department. WhatsApp and the booking page do not provide emergency monitoring.
Clinical information sources
These sources support the general information; they are not endorsements of the practice.