Diagnosis and Treatment: They evaluate patients with symptoms or signs of infectious diseases, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide treatment plans.
Consultation: They often work with other healthcare providers to manage complex or unusual cases of infection.
Infection Control: They help design and implement strategies to prevent the spread of infections in hospitals or communities.
Education: They educate patients and healthcare providers about infectious diseases, their prevention, and treatment.
Research: Many infectious disease consultants are involved in research to develop new treatments, vaccines, and understand emerging pathogens.
Medical Degree: An MD or DO is required.
Specialization: A residency in internal medicine or pediatrics, followed by a fellowship in infectious disease.
Certifications: Board certification in infectious disease.
Skills: Strong analytical abilities, up-to-date knowledge of emerging diseases, and good communication skills for patient and interdisciplinary interactions.
National Medical Care Company was established in 2003 as a Closed Joint Stock Company owned by the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) and a group of private shareholders. In 2013, the company was publicly listed and registered on the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) with ticker symbol “CARE”. GOSI remains a major investor in Care with 35.1% ownership. Our team consists of ~3,000 full time healthcare practitioners, administrators and support staff distributed among its 2 healthcare facilities and a HQ building all based in Riyadh. The company owns and operates: Riyadh Care Hospital (RCH), Care National Hospital (CNH).
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