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Infectious Disease Care in South Louisiana

Infectious disease specialists evaluate complex, recurrent or difficult-To-Treat infections.

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Reasons to visit

When Should I See an Infectious Disease Specialist?

These are the reasons patients most often come to SLMA for this care. If something here sounds like you, request an appointment and our team will help.

  • Persistent fever

  • Recurrent infection

  • Resistant bacteria

  • Infection after surgery

  • Wound infection

  • Referral for complex antibiotic planning

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Conditions We Treat

What we provide

Infectious Disease Services & Treatments

  • Complex infection consultation

  • Antibiotic management

  • OPAT coordination when available

  • HIV and hepatitis care

  • Infection follow-Up

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Your first visit

What to Expect at Your First Infectious Disease Visit

An infectious disease visit may include review of cultures, imaging, labs, prior treatments and a targeted treatment plan.

What to Bring

  • Photo ID
  • Your insurance card
  • A list of the medications and supplements you take
  • Previous medical records related to your visit
  • Recent test results or imaging, if you have copies
  • Your referral, if your insurance plan or provider requires one

Where to be seen

Where You Can Receive Infectious Disease Care

Chabert is derived from provider location tags; the Houma Enterprise Drive clinics and Morgan City use a set specialty list that still needs client confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I see a Infectious Disease specialist?

You should consider seeing a Infectious Disease specialist if you have symptoms, concerns, or a diagnosis related to infectious disease care and need expert evaluation or treatment.

Do I need a referral for Infectious Disease services?

Referral requirements vary by insurance plan and provider. Contact our office to verify whether a referral is needed before scheduling.

What can I expect during my first Infectious Disease appointment?

Your provider will review your medical history, discuss your symptoms, perform any necessary evaluations, and recommend a personalized treatment plan.

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Learn More About Your Health

  • Behavioral Health, Skin, Children & Everyday Care

    Common Infections

    Learn the symptoms, causes, testing and treatment options for common infections, and find SLMA providers in Houma, Thibodaux and South Louisiana who can help.

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  • Digestive, Kidney & Infections

    Liver Disease and Hepatitis

    Learn the symptoms, causes, testing and treatment options for liver disease and hepatitis, and find SLMA providers in Houma, Thibodaux and South Louisiana who can help.

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  • Digestive, Kidney & Infections

    HIV

    Learn the symptoms, causes, testing and treatment options for hiv, and find SLMA providers in Houma, Thibodaux and South Louisiana who can help.

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Infectious Disease News & Articles

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Why patients choose SLMA

  • Local access through SLMA's South Louisiana care network
  • Board-Certified providers and advanced practitioners
  • Coordination across primary care, specialty care and hospital-Based services
  • A patient-Centered approach supported by SLMA's quality and teaching mission.

Need Help With infectious disease care?

Schedule your visit online with an SLMA provider, or call the clinic and our team will help you find the right care.

Schedule Your VisitCall Chabert, Houma: 985-873-1234

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