Infectious Diseases

Infectious Disease Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention 

Whether you need treatment for a sudden illness, ongoing care for a chronic infection, or preventive services to help protect your health, the infectious disease specialists at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Plymouth (BID Plymouth) provide expert, compassionate care for a wide range of infectious diseases.

Our team diagnoses and treats infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. We also provide antibiotic management counseling and prevention services, including HIV/AIDS care, immunizations, and travel-related health guidance. We work closely with you to help improve your health, manage symptoms, and lower the risk of spreading infection to others.

HIV & AIDS Treatment and Care

Knowing your HIV status — regardless of age, race, gender, or lifestyle — is an important part of protecting your health and reducing the risk of transmission to others. Early diagnosis and treatment can help people with HIV live longer, healthier lives.

At BID Plymouth, we provide HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), along with primary and specialty care for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Free, Confidential HIV Testing

Free and anonymous rapid HIV testing is available through the ACCESS HIV/AIDS Program. Testing is confidential, results are available in 15 minutes or less, and counseling and support services are also available.

To schedule an appointment for HIV counseling and testing, please call 508-317-3389.

HIV Services

We offer services that support the health and well-being of people living with HIV/AIDS, including preventive care, ongoing monitoring, treatment support, and counseling.

• HIV medication adherence
• Routine labs and screenings
• Immunizations
• Free and anonymous HIV counseling and testing (available through the ACCESS HIV/AIDS Program)

ACCESS HIV/AIDS Program

BID Plymouth's AIDS Comprehensive Care, Education and Support Services (ACCESS HIV/AIDS) Program is supported by Ryan White HIV/AIDS funding through the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC).

Our goal is to provide comprehensive, compassionate care and support for people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS.

Medical Case Management and Support Services

We help connect patients with services and resources that support their medical care, daily needs, and overall well-being.

• Client advocacy
• Medical care coordination
• Insurance enrollment/HDAP applications
• Medical transportation coordination
• Referrals to specialty care, mental health counseling, and substance use treatment
• Food assistance, SNAP coordination

Our Team

Our experienced team works together to provide coordinated care, support services, counseling, and education for people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS.

• HIV Primary Care Specialist
• Registered Nurse/Program Manager
• Medical Case Management Coordinator
• Medical Case Manager/HIV Counselor & Tester
• Registered Dietitian

Contact the HIV/AIDS Team

For information about eligibility and services provided by the ACCESS HIV/AIDS Program, please contact Ruth, Program Director, at 508-732-8981.

To learn more about free, anonymous HIV counseling and testing, please contact Karyn at 508-317-3389.