Westchester Community Health Center

(formerly Mount Vernon Neighborhood Health Center)

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Infectious Disease Specialist

Expertise in diagnosing and managing infections.

Our Infectious Disease Specialist assesses and treats stubborn or unusual infections that have been brought on by bacteria, pathogens, viruses, or fungi. Ask your primary care physician for a referral to see our Infectious Disease Specialist.

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Our Infectious Disease Specialist can help:

  • Diagnose the cause of your infection through a variety of specialized tests including blood tests, urine samples, nose swabs, and cultures
  • Suggest a treatment plan that is suited to your needs, including antibiotics
  • Consult with other specialists, such as dermatologists, in your care
  • Monitor your treatment to be sure that your infection has been eliminated
  • Provide long-term care to people who have chronic infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, or Hepatitis
  • Oversee, along with your Primary Care Physician, any care you might need in another medical setting, such as a hospital