Our Departments
HIV / Infectious Disease
Overview
Comprehensive Care for Complex Infections
The Department of Infectious Diseases at Holy Spirit Hospital is dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and management of a broad spectrum of infectious conditions. We offer both inpatient and outpatient services, addressing everything from routine infections to rare and complex cases that require specialized care. Our team also provides expert referral and consultative services for patients facing difficult-to-treat or resistant infections.
As an integral part of the hospital’s Infection Control Committee, the department plays a leading role in implementing and monitoring infection prevention protocols. Our goal is to significantly reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and maintain the highest standards of patient safety across all hospital units.
Our infectious disease specialists are trained in managing infections related to surgery, immunocompromised states, tropical diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and travel-related illnesses. We follow evidence-based treatment strategies and work closely with other departments to ensure comprehensive care.
With a vision to evolve into a leading national and international referral centre for Infectious Diseases, Tropical Medicine, and Travel Medicine, our department is committed to excellence in clinical care, education, and infection control.
Services
🌍 Tropical & Travel Medicine
Diagnosis and management of tropical diseases such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, leptospirosis, etc.
Pre-travel consultations and vaccinations
Post-travel illness evaluation and treatment
💉 Adult Immunization & Vaccination Services
Age-appropriate vaccinations for adults
Travel-related vaccines
Vaccinations for immunocompromised individuals and post-transplant patients
🦠 Infection Control & Hospital-Acquired Infections
Surveillance and prevention of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
Infection control policy implementation and audits
Antimicrobial stewardship programs
🧬 HIV & Tuberculosis Care
Comprehensive management of HIV/AIDS and associated opportunistic infections
Diagnosis and treatment of drug-sensitive and drug-resistant tuberculosis
Counseling and long-term care for affected individuals
🧪 Clinical Microbiology Consultation
Expertise in interpreting complex microbiological reports
Guidance on appropriate antimicrobial therapy
Support for infection diagnosis and resistance profiling
🧫 Management of Resistant & Fungal Infections
Specialized care for multi-drug resistant bacterial infections
Evaluation and treatment of invasive fungal infections, including candidiasis, aspergillosis, etc.
Care for infections in immunocompromised hosts, including cancer patients and transplant recipients
🏥 Transplant Infectious Diseases (ID) Care
Pre- and post-transplant infection screening
Preventive strategies and infection management in solid organ and bone marrow transplant recipients
Holy Spirit Hospital combines clinical expertise with a robust infrastructure and lab support to offer evidence-based, personalized care for all infectious disease conditions. Our commitment is to help patients recover swiftly and safely while preventing further spread of infections.
Infrastructure and Technology
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Robust Infrastructure for Infection Control
Our hospital infrastructure is thoughtfully designed to minimize the risk of infection transmission:
Modular Operation Theatres equipped with laminar airflow and more than 20 air exchanges per hour to ensure sterile surgical environments
Dedicated ICUs featuring:
Single-patient cubicles
Negative-pressure isolation rooms for infectious cases
Positive-pressure rooms for immunocompromised patients
Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) equipped with advanced sterilization technology to ensure sterile medical equipment
State-of-the-art Microbiology Laboratory, including:
Automated blood culture systems
MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for rapid identification of microorganisms
Molecular diagnostics and drug level monitoring for targeted treatment
Comprehensive Infection Control Ecosystem
Our infection control protocols are collaboratively enforced by a well-integrated team that includes:
Nursing staff
Housekeeping and environmental services
Biomedical engineering
CSSD experts
Microbiologists and Infectious Disease Specialists
This multidisciplinary approach ensures that every department follows strict hygiene, sanitation, and sterilization protocols—creating a safer environment for patients and healthcare workers alike.
Beyond Infection Control: Advanced Diagnostics
Our Infectious Diseases Department is not limited to infection prevention alone. We also offer a comprehensive array of diagnostic tests, including:
Microbiological cultures
Rapid antigen and antibody tests
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)-based molecular diagnostics
Serological testing
Drug level monitoring to assess therapeutic efficacy and safety
At Holy Spirit Hospital, we are committed to delivering evidence-based infection care and prevention while maintaining world-class hygiene standards, ensuring the well-being of every patient we serve.
Professionals
Dr. George Oommen
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DNB - Infectious Disease
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DNB - Infectious Disease
Available Timings:
- Wednesday: 02:00pm - 04:00 pm
- Saturday: 02:00pm - 4:00pm
Dr Hitesh Patel
HIV / Infectious Disease
MD- Physician Certification in HIV/AIDS
Available Timings:
