Infectious Diseases Interest Group
About
INFECTIOUS DISEASES INTEREST GROUP Mission Statement: To provide students with the opportunity to learn about infectious diseases in a relaxed and open environment. Specifically, this group will facilitate learning and discussion of four major topics as they pertain to infectious diseases. 1. Global health: epidemiology, prevention strategies, treatment, drug resistance, relief efforts, cultural and environmental factors, and impact of emerging infectious diseases. 2. Research: pathology, drug development, host-pathogen interaction, and evolution of pathogenic microorganisms. 3. Patient Care: management and prevention of iatrogenic and nosocomial infections. 4. Professional Development: residency application process, career opportunities in infectious disease, insight into lifestyle in infectious disease career paths, and connecting to professionals in the field.