Excellence in Infectious Disease Research, Training & Care
As scientists, clinicians and educators, we are dedicated to excellence in all areas of infectious disease medicine. With the goal of advancing patient care and treatment options, the division trains expert scientists and clinicians, recruits and retains outstanding faculty, and is at the forefront of medical and healthcare research.


We maintain a robust research program, with particular strengths in hospital epidemiology, HIV/AIDS, virology, immunology, immunocompromised patient populations, bacteriology and parasitology.
Infectious Disease Research
The division provides first-rate treatment for a range of infectious diseases occurring within diverse patient populations.
Infectious Disease Clinical Care
Our highly competitive Infectious Diseases Fellowship program provides trainees with invaluable experience in treating a broad range of patients and conditions.
Learn About the FellowshipAdvancing Education in Southern California
We proudly house the only Orange County site for the Pacific AIDS Education and Training Center, providing comprehensive instruction for healthcare professionals across Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, as well as Long Beach. Our annual conference, "HIV/AIDS on the Front Line," draws over 300 attendees from Southern California and beyond, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange in the fight against infectious diseases.

Biosafety Training
The division is home to a nationally recognized, comprehensive Biosafety Level 3 training program, offering instruction in the setup and operation of high-containment laboratory facilities.
For information on patient care, please visit our healthcare website. There, you will find comprehensive information on patient care services, including details on our dedicated healthcare providers, cutting-edge practices and compassionate approach to patient care.