IDSA Center of ExcellenceSaint Anthony Hospital is an 
Infectious Diseases Society of American (IDSA)
Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence

The Infectious Disease department diagnoses and treats infection-related medical and surgical conditions and diseases. The team is continuously in contact with local and national public health experts to stay up-to-date and to share information about the latest treatments and tips for prevention.

Saint Anthony Hospital has the knowledge and therapies to treat the full range of infectious diseases, including: 

  • Bacterial infections including infections caused by drug resistant bacteria
  • Fungal infections
  • Herpes virus infections
  • Hepatitis B and C virus infections
  • HIV/AIDS and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention
  • Immunosuppressed-related infections
  • Mycobacterial infections, including tuberculosis (TB)
  • Sexually transmitted infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Skin and soft tissue infections including bone infections
  • Diabetic foot infections

Infection Prevention

Saint Anthony Hospital is committed to protecting our patients, visitors, and community.
We are currently seeing cases of communicable diseases like COVID-19, RSV, MPOX, Measles, in Illinois.
These illnesses can spread easily — take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones.

If You Are Sick

  • Stay home except to get medical care.
  • Call first before visiting the hospital or clinic.
  • Wear a mask if you must be around other people.

Protect Yourself & Your Family

  • Stay up to date on vaccines: COVID-19, flu, measles (MMR), and others as recommended.
  • Wash hands often with soap and water or use a sanitizer.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow.
  • Clean & disinfect frequently touched surfaces (phones, doorknobs, countertops).

Special Reminders

  • Measles: Spreads through the air and can linger after an infected person leaves. If you have a rash, fever, or possible exposure — call before visiting.
  • Flu, RSV, COVID-19: Spread through coughs, sneezes, and close contact.
  • MPOX: Spreads through close skin-to-skin contact. Watch for rash, fever, swollen glands.

Helpful Resources

Saint Anthony Hospital Achievements in Excellence in Patient Safety & Quality Care  

  • Over 9 years with zero Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI)
  • Over 9 years with zero Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI)
  • Recipient of the "Center of Excellence" Award for our outstanding Antibiotic Stewardship Program