Career paths in ID

Is the infectious diseases specialty for you?

Globally, infectious diseases rank as the second leading cause of death, over half of which are children under the age of 5. Infectious diseases are the third leading cause of death in the United States — 170,000 each year — a figure that has nearly doubled since the early 1980s.

ID specialists are on the leading edge of some of the hottest topics in medicine today — from treatment for patients with HIV, to the growing threat posed by antibiotic resistance, to concerns about the appropriate evaluation and response to threats of bioterrorism.

This dynamic and evolving discipline offers exciting opportunities for physicians who enjoy helping others through problem-solving and medical detective work.

Road Map to Becoming an ID Physician 

Looking for a step-by-step guide to becoming an Infectious Diseases physician? Explore the Career Road Map to Becoming an ID Physician, which details every phase of the journey—from undergraduate studies to life after fellowship. You’ll find a wealth of resources to support aspiring ID physicians, including those designed specifically for individuals from groups underrepresented in medicine.