Infectious Diseases

Expertise and Specialization
Our department is staffed by experienced infectious disease specialists who possess extensive knowledge in managing various infections, including but not limited to:

• Bacterial Infections: Pneumonia, tuberculosis, sepsis, and more.
• Viral Infections: Influenza, hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, and COVID-19, Dengu, Chikungunya
• Fungal Infections: Candidiasis, aspergillosis, and other mycoses.
• Parasitic Infections: Malaria, amoebiasis, and other parasitic diseases.
• Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs): Infections that are acquired during hospital stays and can persist for multiple days.

Advanced Diagnostic and Treatment Facilities
Shalby Hospital’s Infectious Diseases Department is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and facilities to accurately identify the causative agents of infections. Our advanced laboratory services include:

• Microbiological Testing: Blood cultures, urine cultures, sputum cultures, and wound cultures.
• Molecular Diagnostics: PCR testing for viral, bacterial, and fungal infections.
• Serological Testing: Detection of antibodies and antigens to diagnose various infections.

Additional Services:

• Fever Profile
• FLV/COVID Tests: Nose/Throat Swabs
• Pneumonia Profile: (Premorbid) Respiratory Bleed/Fever
• Radiological Investigations: X-rays, CT Scan, Sonography

Multidisciplinary Approach
We take a team-based approach to patient care, working closely with departments like Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, Critical Care, and Surgery to create personalized treatment plans for each patient. Our infectious disease specialists collaborate with microbiologists, pharmacists, and nurses to provide well-rounded care.

Preventive Measures and Education
Prevention is a cornerstone of our Infectious Diseases Department. We emphasize the importance of preventive measures, including:

• Vaccinations: Offering a wide range of vaccines to prevent infectious diseases.
• Travel Medicine: Providing pre-travel consultations and vaccinations to prevent travel-related infections.
• Infection Control Programs: Implementing strict infection control protocols within the hospital to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

We also educate patients and their families about proper hygiene practices, the importance of completing prescribed treatments, and ways to prevent the spread of infections.

Why Choose Shalby Hospital?

• Patient-Centric Approach
• A highly experienced team under one roof
• State-of-the-Art Facilities for Diagnosis and Treatment
• Well-trained, patient-centric, proactive, and ready to serve 24/7
• Accredited by NABH & NABL