Infectious Diseases

Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat infections caused by bacteria, parasites, viruses and fungi. Patients may be referred to the infectious disease department following an examination from their primary care provider, or from a specialist who requires assistance diagnosing and treating conditions such as pulmonary and surgical infections.  

 

The infectious disease specialist reviews all pre-existing medical records, conducts a routine physical examination, and performs a series of tests, X-rays, blood studies and cultures when necessary. Once a diagnosis is concluded, they have the ability to treat and prevent recurrence of most rare or uncommon infections through medications. They do not perform surgery, but may refer the patient to Watson Clinic's team of board-certified surgeons if the severity of their condition warrants such care.  

 

The infections treated by infectious specialists may affect the skin, soft tissue, sinuses, heart, brain, lungs, urinary tract, bowel, bones, pelvis, and a host of additional organs. The palette of conditions they treat are diverse, and range from the effects of common cold and flu, or strep throat, to more serious infections such as Hepatitis, HIV, AIDS and meningitis. Our infectious disease specialists provide specialized care to patients receiving treatment at the Lakeland Regional Wound Care Center as well. They may also be called upon to perform examinations and prescribe immunizations prior to a patient's international travel.  

 

Watson Clinic's board-certified infectious disease specialists work in conjunction with primary care physicians and other specialists to diagnose and manage a wide variety of infections. We’re proud of the credentials of our infectious disease specialists and welcome referrals.  

 

Imad A. Dibo, MD, MPH Medical Degree from Damascus University, Damascus, Syria Internal Medicine/Infectious Diseases Internship & Residency, State University of New York, Buffalo, NY Board-certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases Member, American Board of Internal Medicine Certification; Subspecialty Infectious Disease Certification

Tri M. Pham, MD Medical Degree from University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Pediatrics Internship, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Residency, Michigan State University/Hurley Medical Center, Flint, MI Infectious Diseases Fellowship, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL Board-certified in internal medicine Member, American College of Physicians, Florida Medical Association, and Infectious Disease Society of America

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