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“Through the use of new technology and computational tools, we have gained insights into the complex systems dynamics of HIV, influenza and Dengue virus infection."
– Babafemi O. Taiwo, MBBS
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Faculty: Meet the Team
View individual profiles of our faculty members and learn about their research and clinical specialties.
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
My research is focused on uncovering mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis in Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection and other clinically relevant bacterial diseases. We are using comparative bacterial genomics to identify new genes and other factors that contribute to worse outcomes in patients infected with these bacteria.
Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
HIV infection, Sexually-transmitted diseases
Research Assistant Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
Host-Pathogen Interactions
Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) and McCormick School of Engineering
HIV infection, viral hepatitis, antiviral drug development, global health research
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) and Medical Education
My primary clinical interest is in the care of individuals infected with HIV and the complications of HIV infection, including oppurtunistic infections, cancers and metabolic disease. I also specialize in the care of infections seen in recipients of solid organ and stem cell transplants and the evaluation of persons prior to transplantation. Other specific interests that I have are sexually transmitted infections and fungal infections.
Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
Antimicrobial resistance, Infection of the immunocompromised host, Nosocomial infections
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
Global Health/International Health, Tropical Medicine, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infections, Viral Infections, Diabetic Foot Infections, Osteomyelitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Tuberculosis, Travel Medicine
Associate Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases)
As the medical director of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, I join forces with Infectious Disease pharmacists and the other hospital epidemiologists here at NMH. Our mission is to provide education, policy, and research that helps prescribers use antibiotics wisely.
As an infectious disease physician, I care for a wide range of patients, particularly women with HIV. With maternal fetal medicine specialists and the NMH ID Clinic staff, I care for pregnant women with HIV infection. Our shared goals are to reduce maternal to child HIV transmission and to empower HIV-infected women to take ...
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Tuesday Infectious Diseases Lecture-
September 18
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday Infectious Diseases Lecture-
September 25
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday Infectious Diseases Lecture-
October 2
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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The department works toward an environment of inclusion and support through the Diversity and Cultural Affairs Council and through several dedicated events and initiatives.
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We offer a wide range of resources, mentorship opportunities and training to help our residents and fellows excel as physician-scientists. Explore all of the resources and hear from housestaff who are making research a major part of their career development plans.
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You can contact MaryPat Mauro for more information on supporting the Division of Infectious Diseases at 312-503-1090 or marypat.mauro@northwestern.edu.