In-depth infectious diseases training at Tufts Medical Center
Our fellowship offers a rich blend of clinical experience, research opportunity and mentorship in one of the country’s most vibrant medical communities. Fellows train across Tufts Medical Center, Lemuel Shattuck Hospital and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations and a wide range of infectious disease challenges.
You’ll work closely with more than 40 attending physicians who are national leaders in infectious disease care, education and research. This includes experts in HIV, transplant infectious diseases, antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, global health and more.
Clinical training
Our program offers immersive clinical experiences across multiple sites and subspecialties, preparing fellows to manage both common and highly complex infections. Fellows benefit from direct supervision, progressive autonomy and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key clinical experiences include:
- HIV care: We care for more than 600 individuals living with HIV and participate in clinical trials with national and global reach
- Transplant infectious diseases: Fellows support care before and after heart, liver, kidney and stem cell transplants—Tufts MC performs more heart transplants than any other center in New England
- Infection prevention: Led by Shira Doron, MD, MS, this program builds on the legacy of Dr. David Snydman and has significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections
- Antimicrobial stewardship: One of the most advanced programs in the country, with a strong record of reducing resistance and cost
- Global health and travel medicine: Fellows provide pre-travel services and contribute to research across Africa, Asia and Central and South America
- Outpatient antimicrobial therapy (OPAT): Fellows participate in complex care coordination for individuals requiring long-term IV antibiotics
- Wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy: Our team provides the only hyperbaric oxygen therapy at a Boston academic medical center, in collaboration with wound care and surgical specialists
Research + academic development
All fellows receive a minimum of six months of protected research time, with guidance from experienced faculty. Fellows are encouraged to pursue clinical, translational or quality improvement projects that align with their interests. Many go on to publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at major conferences and secure research funding.
Fellows regularly present at national meetings such as IDWeek, SHEA, ASM Microbe and CROI.
We are proud to train future leaders in infectious diseases and are committed to supporting each fellow’s unique path—whether in academic medicine, public health, research or specialty clinical care.
Mission statement
The mission of the Tufts Medical Center Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program is to provide a tailored and rigorous training experience that prepares the next generation of leaders in infectious diseases research and clinical care, while serving a diverse patient population with complex medical needs.
We, along with the broader Tufts Medical Center community, confront health disparities through research, advocacy, education and patient care. We strive to prevent disease and serve as responsible stewards of the tools we use to fight infections. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, professional, collaborative, culturally competent and collegial environment for our colleagues, trainees and the individuals we care for.
