IDatUIC

Want to build your career in academic ID? Our fellows have opportunities to participate in clinical research, multicenter collaborations, QI, global health projects, and medical education scholarship. Get to know IDatUIC. A world class program, in a world class city.

Faculty in the news: Alfredo J Mena Lora MD FIDSA was interviewed by CBC to discuss hantavirus cases, transmission concerns, and the challenges of contact tracing across multiple locations. @uicdom

After decades in decline, HIV cases are rising in Chicago. Alfredo J Mena Lora MD, Assistant Professor, was interviewed by WGN to discuss the rise of cases in the communities we serve. @uicdom

Our very own Dr. Scott Borgetti, Associate Professor and Medical Director of Infection Prevention, was interviewed by WGN. Dr Borgetti provided insights on respiratory viruses. Our faculty contributes to public education and helps keep our community informed. @uicdom

Alfredo J. Mena Lora, MD, Assistant Professor and Fellowship PD, spoke with Univision about the latest IDPH vaccine recommendations for respiratory viruses and how patients can navigate the differences between IDPH and ACIP vaccine recommendations.

Alfredo J. Mena Lora MD, Assistant Professor and Fellowship PD, spoke with Univision about the newly approved at-home nasal influenza vaccine—a milestone that could make flu protection more accessible and convenient for families everywhere. @uicdom.bsky.social

Get to know our graduates! Hear from Dr. Ben Ladner about his experience in our Infectious Diseases Fellowship. Dr Ladner completed residency and fellowship at UIC and is now an Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Get to know our graduates! Hear from Dr. Sam Peterson about her experience in our Infectious Diseases Fellowship — training, mentorship, and why he chose us.

Alfredo J Mena Lora MD, Assistant Professor and Fellowship PD, was interviewed by CBS News to discuss rising Tick-Borne infections and preventative measures this summer.

Alfredo J. Mena Lora MD was interviewed by ABC7 about the recent measles outbreak in Illinois and how swift public health action helped contain and end the outbreak.

Our program just celebrated the graduation of our incredible ID fellows! Your dedication, compassion, and curiosity have shaped this program and inspired us all. We’re proud of you and can’t wait to see you thrive in this next step of your journey!

Our program has a strong commitment to heatlh equity, here in the US and abroad, with research across multiple continents involving HIV, AMR, TB, and neglected tropical diseases. Learn more about our Global Health opportunities!