WelcomeThe Division of Infectious Diseases at McMaster University is a vibrant, collegial and academic division within the Department of Medicine. The Division of Infectious Diseases seeks to educate |
active minds in the fields of infectious diseases and medical microbiology. We consider infectious diseases knowledge to involve a continuum of educational experiences, from the undergraduate MD |
level through residency training, and finally involving research and clinical scholarships. As such, we offer and support educational experiences at all levels of training. |
Growth of E. coli
on McConkey agar
Computer rendering of
flagellated bacteria
Growth patterns help identify
organisms from specimens
Visualization of bacteria/fungi have
played an important role in diagnosis
Diagnosis with molecular technology
enables rapid isolation and treatment
Diagnosis of CNS
infection with MRI
3D rendering of Coronovirus,
the causative agent of SARS
Enterobius Vermicularis:
causative organism for pinworm
Handwashing is an important
measure to prevent infection
Vaccinations are important to
prevent infectious diseases
Mosquitoes transmit diseases
including malaria and West Nile
Studies in labs help to understand
the identification of organisms
Antibiotic therapy is a primary
treatment for infectious diseases
