How do they match: Epidemiologists

  • Communicable Diseases Specialist
  • Infectious Disease Specialist

  • Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.

  • Educate healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable diseases, including disease transmission and prevention.
  • Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.