Postgraduate Education in Infectious Diseases offers specialized training for medical professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases, with the goal to obtain the Infectious Diseases specialty title. This comprehensive program is designed to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills needed to manage a wide range of infections across various clinical settings. The curriculum covers both common and emerging infectious diseases, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections, as well as complex conditions requiring multidisciplinary care.
Infectiology
Infectiology covers the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all communicable diseases. The specialist is able to independently treat hospitalised and outpatients with infectious diseases. He is primarily available as a consultant to doctors, hospitals and health authorities for his speciality. Below you will find the key information regarding the postgraduate education in Infectiology.
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Certified Infectious Diseases Training Institutions in Switzerland
Here, you can search for and display SIWF-certified training institutions based on various criteria, and compile customized lists. You will find all currently recognized training sites, including details on the specialty areas and the names of the current directors responsible for the training. The training programs offered at these institutions comply with EU directives as per Article 25, Paragraphs 2 and 3 of EU Directive 2005/36.
Recognition of Training Institutions
The employment of resident physicians requires formal recognition by the Continuing Education Institutions Commission (WBSK). All forms for the recognition process are available electronically.
