The Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology is a medical specialty that undertakes the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of all infections caused by bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic sources.
The Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology unit at our hospital plays a key role in the management of community-acquired infections, as well as hospital-acquired infections, chronic infections, and special conditions in immunocompromised individuals. It also focuses on the proper use of antibiotics and the prevention of resistance. antibiotic stewardship programs is being carried out.
Upper and lower respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, etc.)
Urinary tract infections
Skin and soft tissue infections
Monitoring of chronic viral infections such as Hepatitis B, C and HIV
Tuberculosis diagnosis, treatment and contact tracing
Management of severe systemic infections such as sepsis, endocarditis, meningitis
Prevention and control of hospital infections
Specific infections in immunocompromised patients (chemotherapy, post-organ transplantation, etc.)
Microbiological tests, imaging methods and serological analyses are used effectively in the diagnostic process.
The department provides a strong theoretical and practical education for medical students and physicians training in the field of infectious diseases.
Review of current infection guidelines
Training in microbiological sampling and evaluation
Seminars on antibiotic use and resistance development
Literature meetings and case presentations
is carried out regularly.
As the Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology:
Adopting rational drug use against antibiotic resistance,
Able to respond quickly and effectively to epidemics,
Prioritizing patient safety,
Adopting an evidence-based medical approach
We work with an understanding.
Our goal is to protect and heal individuals and society against infections.
