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INFECTIOLOGIST [1 record]

Record 1 2017-08-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Human Diseases
  • Medical Staff
CONT

Infectious diseases specialists have extensive training in all kinds of infections, including those caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Along with this knowledge comes a particular insight into the use of antibiotics and their potential adverse effects. The infectious diseases specialist also has additional training and understanding in immunology (how the body fights infection), epidemiology (how infections spread), and infection control.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Maladies humaines
  • Personnel médical
CONT

L'infectiologue est un médecin clinicien assurant la prise en charge des patients atteints d'infections bactériennes, virales, fongiques ou parasitaires, notamment les plus complexes et difficiles à traiter, et les maladies infectieuses émergentes.

Spanish

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