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Infectious Disease

Infectious Disease specialists at BASS Medical Group diagnose and treat complex infections—from antibiotic-resistant bacteria to chronic viral illnesses like HIV and hepatitis. We also provide travel medicine, immunizations, and prevention strategies for patients with weakened immune systems.

Conditions Treated

Scanning electromicrograph of an HIV-infected H9 T-cell. Credit: NIAID
HIV and AIDS
Hepatitis C virus - small, enveloped, single-stranded, positive-sense RNA virus.
Hepatitis

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Services We Offer

  • Infectious disease consultation and second opinions
  • IV antibiotic management (infusion therapy coordination)
  • Travel medicine consults and pre-travel vaccines
  • HIV PrEP and antiviral treatment plans
  • Hepatitis B/C monitoring and treatment
  • Hospital follow-up for severe infections

    • When Should You See a Specialist?

  • You’ve been diagnosed with an infection that isn’t improving with antibiotics
  • You have HIV, hepatitis, or another chronic viral illness
  • You are immunocompromised and need infection risk management
  • You have a history of travel and develop fever or illness
  • You need expert guidance on preventing recurrent or hospital-acquired infections

    • FAQs About Pain Medicine

    Q1: Do I need a referral to see an infectious disease doctor?
    A1: While some insurance plans require a referral, others allow direct scheduling. If you're unsure, contact our office—we can help you navigate the process.

    Q2: What kinds of infections need specialist care?
    A2: Infections that don’t respond to standard antibiotics, infections in immunocompromised patients, or those caused by unusual pathogens typically require an infectious disease specialist.

    Q3: Can you help with travel vaccines or illness after returning from a trip?
    A3: Yes. We provide pre-travel consultations and post-travel illness evaluations for conditions such as malaria, dengue, or gastrointestinal infections.

    Why Choose BASS Medical Group

    BASS Medical Group offers access to top infectious disease specialists in Northern California who collaborate closely with hospitalists, PCPs, and specialists to manage complex and long-term infections. We provide individualized treatment, infection control strategies, and long-term monitoring—especially for immunocompromised and high-risk patients.

    Available Providers
    BASS Medical Group's Drs. Samji, Bertoni, Straznicka, Kang, Sharma, Elmi, Azghadi, Orlino, and Chin.
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