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    Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington Street

    Newton, MA 02462

    617-243-6000

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    Waltham, MA 02453

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Newton-Wellesley Hospital

2014 Washington Street

Newton, MA 02462

617-243-6000

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Ambulatory Care Center - Natick

307 W Central St

Natick, MA 01760

617-243-5345

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159 Wells Ave

Newton Centre, MA 02459

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111 Norfolk Street

Walpole, MA 02081maps

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978 Worcester Road (rte 9)

Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482

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Newton, MA 02462

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25 Washington Street

Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481

617-219-1520

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9 Hope Ave

Waltham, MA 02453

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Infectious Diseases

Outstanding specialty care for Greater Boston patients with infections

Infectious diseases, or those caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites, or viruses, require expert care to effectively manage and treat. The Division of Infectious Diseases at Newton-Wellesley Hospital provides that expert care to patients in the Greater Boston area.

Our team offers inpatient and outpatient consultations and treatments for a variety of infections and illnesses, including:

  • Community-acquired pneumonia
  • Infections in patients who have compromised immune systems
  • Infections related to childbirth and lactation/breastfeeding
  • Infections related to travel
  • Infections that arise from surgery
  • Parasitic infections

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The flu (influenza) can lead to hospitalization or even death, especially for older adults, young children, and those with other health conditions. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from the flu. 

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Lyme disease and other illnesses transmitted by ticks have become significant problems in Greater Boston, Massachusetts, and throughout the Northeast. Learn about these conditions and how to lower your risk.

What Is the Zika Virus?

Matthew R. Leibowitz, MD, Chief of Infectious Diseases, spoke about the Zika Virus on “Greater Boston Today” in February 2016. Listen to Dr. Leibowitz’s interview below.

 

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