Your Infectious Disease Medical Team at University of Colorado Hospital

The Infectious Disease Group Practice at University of Colorado has a multidisciplinary team of health care providers. Each specialist is trained to provide different aspects of HIV/AIDS and infectious disease care. They work together to provide a wide range of health care.

Infectious Disease Specialists at University of Colorado Hospital

Infectious disease specialists – board-certified doctors who are specially trained in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases.

Nurse practitioner (NP) – a registered nurse who has completed a master’s degree. NPs are licensed to see patients for assessment, treatment and follow-up.

Registered nurse – graduated from a formal nursing education program and is licensed by the state of Colorado.

Pharmacists – have a doctorate degree in the science of medication.

Nutritionists – health professionals with special training in nutrition. They help patients determine the best dietary choices for better health.

Endocrinologist – a board-certified medical doctor who is specially trained to diagnose diseases that affect the glands.

Obstetricians/gynecologists – an obstetrician is a board-certified medical doctor who specializes in delivering babies. A gynecologist is a board-certified medical doctor who specializes in treating diseases of the female reproductive system.

Oncologist – a board-certified medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer.

Psychiatrist – a board-certified medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating mental disorders.

Psychiatric nurses – have special training in caring for patients with mental disorders.

Other Infectious Disease Staff

Social workers – help individuals ensure their personal well being and provide the resources for people to get the help they need, by assessing all aspects of their life and culture.