The COVID-19 pandemic reminds us of how quick an infection can affect individuals, families, and the entire community within the blink of an eyes. In a world where infectious diseases continue to evolve, preparedness is essential. By combining specialist expertise, advanced diagnostics, and evidence-based treatment, our commitment to stay ahead of it remains stronger than ever.
Specialist Infection Care for the Most Complex Clinical Challenges.
India’s long history combating with infectious diseases has played a defining role in shaping tge nation's healthcare system. From early public health challenges such as tuberculosis, malaria, dengue, and hepatitis to modern emerging threats like the COVID-19, Nipah virus, Shigella infections, H1N1 influenza, and antimicrobial-resistant infections, we have been continuously trying to, overcome and prevent these evolving infectious diseases. These experiences have reinforced the importance of preparedness, early diagnosis, effective treatment, and the necessity for strong preventive measures.
At SIMS Hospitals, the Department of Infectious Diseases has been recognised as a referral destination for infectious diseases including COVID -19, for which we provided Covishield vaccine drives and specialised treatments. Bringing together infectious disease specialists, microbiologists, critical care physicians, and infection prevention experts, our team delivers highly specialised care supported by advanced diagnostics, evidence-based therapeutics, and multidisciplinary clinical expertise.
Expert diagnosis and treatment of full spectrum of infections including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections, sepsis and septic shock, and tropical diseases including dengue, chikungunya, malaria, leptospirosis, and rickettsial infections.
Comprehensive HIV care covering antiretroviral therapy management, immune reconstitution, and expert treatment of opportunistic infections, with sustained focus on long-term wellbeing and quality of life.
Specialist management of pulmonary and extra pulmonary tuberculosis including MDR-TB and XDR-TB, with individualised treatment regimens, close monitoring, and public health coordination.
Management of infective endocarditis and cardiovascular infections in close collaboration with cardiology and cardiac surgery, combining culture-guided antimicrobial therapy with coordinated surgical decision-making.
Specialist care for osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, and prosthetic joint infections, with integrated orthopaedic collaboration and targeted long-duration therapy including OPAT pathways.
Diagnosis and management of meningitis, encephalitis, brain abscesses, and CNS infections, in collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery.
Highly specialised infectious disease management for transplant recipients, haematology and oncology patients on chemotherapy, and individuals on long-term immunosuppression, addressing the unique diagnostic and therapeutic complexity of infection in the immunocompromised host.
Expert management of CLABSI, VAP, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, and surgical site infections, with integrated infection prevention and hospital epidemiology support.
Institution-wide leadership in responsible antibiotic use through precision-guided therapy, culture- and sensitivity-driven optimisation, and development and monitoring of institutional antibiotic policies.
Adult vaccination programmes, travel medicine and pre-travel risk assessment, occupational exposure management including needle stick protocols, and infection prevention advisory services.
The Department provides specialist assessment and management for a wide range of infectious conditions including:
Supported by advanced molecular diagnostics, rapid PCR testing, automated microbiology systems, antimicrobial susceptibility profiling, specialised fungal diagnostics, and high-resolution imaging including CT, MRI, and PET-CT, our specialists are equipped to diagnose infections quickly, accurately, and most effectively.
24x7 Sepsis and Critical Infection Response
The WHO reports of COVID-19 pandemic reminds us, how quickly an infection can spread all affecting around 70 percentage of the world’s population and causing the death of 7.1 million people within the blink of an eyes.
Our dedicated team of experts supported by rapid diagnostics, protocols, advanced monitoring capabilities and, dedicated critical care team. We are just a call away, whenever you need us the most.
Earlier diagnosis leads to earlier intervention. Therefore, by integrating advanced molecular diagnostics, specialised microbiology, and real-time surveillance systems, SIMS enables faster clinical decision-making and more precise treatment strategies for complex infections.
Our advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities include:
Rapid molecular identification, advanced microbiology, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, specialised fungal diagnostics, biomarker-guided monitoring, and advanced imaging support accurate infection localisation and treatment planning.
Access to contemporary antimicrobial therapies, structured OPAT programmes, isolation facilities, sepsis pathways, and institution-wide stewardship programmes ensures safe, evidence-based infection management.
Real-time infection surveillance systems for early detection of resistant organisms and outbreak-prone pathogens. Data-driven antimicrobial stewardship programmes with continuous monitoring and feedback. Seamless integration between clinical, laboratory, and digital reporting platforms for coordinated infection management.
A structured programme enabling eligible patients to receive intravenous antimicrobial therapy safely at home or in outpatient settings, reducing hospital stay and improving quality of life during prolonged courses.
From severe tropical infections and sepsis to multidrug-resistant organisms and infections in immunocompromised patients, the department provides coordinated specialist care across the full spectrum of infectious in accordance with the disease complexity.
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Our centre is equipped with cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art infrastructure to provide comprehensive care.
Advanced Infectious Disease unit for specialized care
State-of-the-art Infectious Disease diagnostic laboratory
Dedicated Infectious Disease intensive care facilities