Division of Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology
Infectious Diseases • Hershey, PA • Since 1963
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About
- The Division of Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology is part of Penn State College of Medicine, a private higher education medical school founded in 1963 and based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. - The college collaborates with Penn State Health and Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and focuses on training healthcare providers and scientists, conducting translational research, and advancing global health, health systems science, and humanistic medicine. - For division-specific details (faculty, research programs, and clinical services), contact Penn State College of Medicine directly or visit med.psu.edu.
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FAQs
What services does the Division of Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology provide?
We are committed to providing outstanding adult infectious diseases services with expertise in HIV/AIDS, infections related to transplant and cancer, bone and joint infections, and general infectious diseases, in inpatient and outpatient settings across multiple clinic sites.
Where are the clinic sites located?
Clinic sites in Hershey, Harrisburg, Lebanon and Altoona.
Is telehealth available?
Yes, telehealth options are available.
How can I contact the division?
Email DivisionofInfectiousDiseases@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or call 717-531-8881.
Who oversees the infectious diseases fellowship and related programs?
Under the leadership of the division, including fellowship programs (text indicates leadership but no specific names provided in excerpt).
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Penn State Health / Birdeye: 4.7 - 4.8 out of 5 (Penn State Health Infectious Disease locations) (1,952 (overall hospital reviews))
Patients praise
- Thorough, clear explanations of treatment plans
- Providers who treat patients with respect as educated individuals
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and in waiting rooms
- Concerns regarding lack of follow-up care from some providers
- General complaints regarding hospital administrative practices and perceived focus on billing over patient care
"Dr. Bai explained everything to my like I was an educated adult. She answered all my questions and genuinely cared how I was feeling. Dr. Bai treated like I was a person, not just a patient."
- WebMD patient review for Dr. Poonam Bai"Second visit & I’m Still sitting in the little room waiting for a Dr. over 1 hour and 20 min. After my appt time! Ridiculous. Nobody has checked or apologized."
- Birdeye review for Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical CenterSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Hershey Medical Center earns grant to boost rare, high-risk infection readiness | Penn State University - Jan 13, 2026
- Local health experts share Pennsylvania's response to hantavirus | fox43.com - May 14, 2026
- The people who help prepare for future pandemics | Penn Medicine - Feb 12, 2026
- Workers in Penn State Health Operating Rooms Raised Alarms About Safety, Sterilization | State College, PA - May 14, 2026
- We are excited to announce new appointments within the ID Division - Division of Infectious Diseases - Dec 12, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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