Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic infections.Many infections can be treated by your primary care provider. Our Infectious disease specialists at Infectious Diseases of West Georgia can help if the infection is complicated, persistent, unfamiliar or of unknown origin. Conditions that infectious disease specialists treat Infectious Diseases of West Georgia offers expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment or management of infections for patients age 18 or older. Our team offers expert care for:Bloodstream infectionsBone or joint infections from prosthetic devices, like artificial jointsChronic lung infectionsChronic woundsFevers of unknown originHIV and AIDSIllnesses developed while traveling abroadSexually transmitted infections (STIs)Skin infections Infectious disease services We also offer:Initiation of antibiotics to treat cellulitis, urinary tract infections (UTIs) and other infectionsManagement of home health intravenous antibioticsPre-op assessments to lower surgical risk for people with MRSATravel medicine to advise people traveling or living abroad, including vaccinations and wellness adviceVaccinations for hepatitis A and B, pneumonia, influenza and rabies Our team also works closely with hospital staff to diagnose and treat infections on an inpatient basis, as well as to prevent the spread of infections throughout the hospitals to keep patients and visitors safe. Our team-based approachWe work closely with your referring doctor to give you a team-based approach to your care. Infectious Diseases of West Georgia will communicate with your doctor about your condition, health history and other factors.After treatment, we will refer you back to your primary care provider for continuing care.To make an appointmentFor more information or to make an appointment, call 770-812-5837. Infectious Diseases of West Georgia 100 Professional Place, Suite 310 | Carrollton, GA 30117 Phone: 770-812-5837 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday