At Ascension Wisconsin, our Infectious Disease clinic delivers care to children and adults with an infectious disease. Board-certified doctors lead our hospital’s infectious disease control programs. We diagnose and treat highly contagious viruses and bacterial infections. And, we help you understand how to improve your hygiene to prevent the spread of germs and promote wound healing. Together, we deliver personalized care that’s right for you.
Infectious disease services
Our doctors and nurses at Ascension Wisconsin care for infections that are difficult to diagnose, include a high fever or don’t respond to treatment.
In addition, we offer travel medicine and immunizations for international travelers to help prevent illness from contagious diseases. Our care team will provide you with the latest health information and necessary vaccines (including Yellow Fever) recommended from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for your destination. To schedule international travel immunizations, please call 262-687-8310.
Our doctors and nurses also specialize in contact tracing to determine the source of the infection and potential spread of many diseases, including:
- COVID-19 and SARS
- Ebola
- Hepatitis A
- Influenza (seasonal or other flu)
- Tuberculosis (TB)
Our doctors treat diseases spread by parasites, such as malaria, rocky-mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease. We are equipped to handle public health outbreaks and work with state and local public health officials to analyze environmental and occupational disease spread. For example, we work with your school, college or fitness center when an MRSA outbreak is connected to a sports team.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, including high fever or shortness of breath, go to the nearest ER and call 911.
Preventing infectious diseases
Our care team shares family-centered education to help you prevent the spread of infectious illnesses. Tips include:
- Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
- Wear a mask if needed to prevent the spread of airborne germs
- Avoid touching your eyes, noses or mouth with your hands
- Make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date
- Prepare your food safely
- Don’t drink after others
Doctors and care team at Ascension Wisconsin provide a network of primary and specialty care. We can connect you with specialists who are right for you and your family.
