The 20 Best Nocardiosis Doctors Near Me in Baltimore, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Nocardiosis near Baltimore, MD. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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18 providers found
    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1717 East Monument Street, Park Building, Ground Level, Park Building, Ground Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Baddley is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Baddley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cryptococcosis, Shingles, Sepsis, and Febrile Neutropenia. Dr. Baddley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1717 East Monument Street, Park Building, Ground Level, Park Building, Ground Level, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Olivia Kates is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Kates is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Diphtheria, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Listeriosis. Dr. Kates is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Yukari Manabe is a Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine with secondary appointments in the Bloomberg School of Public Health Department of International Health and the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Immunology. Dr. Manabe began her career working on the basic science aspects of tuberculosis (TB) immunopathogenesis in comparative animal models of infection, particularly latency, reactivation, and immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS) in the rabbit model within the Johns Hopkins Center for Tuberculosis Research. In 2007, she was seconded to the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Makerere College of Health Sciences as the Associate Medical Laboratory Director of the College of American Pathologists certified Makerere University-Johns Hopkins University Clinical Core Lab to study antiretroviral associated TB and IRIS. She then became the Head of Research at the IDI in 2008 until 2012 where she built research capacity and infrastructure to train Ugandan investigators. Since returning to Hopkins, she has become the PI of the Johns Hopkins POC STD Center (U54 funded through NIH) which is part of the newly formed Johns Hopkins Center for Innovative Diagnostics for Infectious Diseases. The Center develops new diagnostics, funds development for point-of-care diagnostics, evaluates (validation and verification) new technology, and performs pre-clinical studies to accelerate the development of infectious disease assays (STIs, TB, acute febrile illness, HIV, syphilis, viral hepatitis). Dr. Manabe is particularly interested in rapid, point-of-care infectious disease diagnostics suitable for the resource-limited settings particularly in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Her research has focused on accuracy testing of various rapid, point-of-care diagnostics for HIV and related infectious diseases of clinical importance in SSA. Studies have ranged from evaluations of performance accuracy through clinical implementation science studies on the patient-centered outcomes and impactful use of new rapid diagnostics. Dr. Manabe obtained her undergraduate degree from Yale University and her M.D. from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. After completing both her residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Infectious Diseases at Johns Hopkins Hospital, she joined the faculty in 1999. Dr. Manabe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Gonorrhea, Cryptococcosis, Meningitis, and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Greek, Russian, Spanish

    Dr. Petros Karakousis is a Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He has joint appointments in Molecular Microbiology & Immunology and International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. His areas of clinical expertise include infectious diseases and tuberculosis. Dr. Karakousis received his undergraduate degree in 1994 from the Johns Hopkins University and his medical degree in 1998 from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He completed residency training in internal medicine in 2001 at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. After completing fellowship training in infectious diseases at Johns Hopkins, he joined the Department of Medicine faculty in 2005. His research interests include tuberculosis pathogenesis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis persistence and antibiotic tolerance, host-pathogen interactions and host-directed therapies. Dr. Karakousis was named a Fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America in 2010, and was elected to the American Society for Clinical Investigation in 2021. He has held numerous leadership positions, including in the Working Group on New TB Drugs of the Stop TB Partnership. He has served on the editorial board of various scientific journals and on numerous NIH study sections, and as a peer reviewer for many international government and private funding agencies. Dr. Karakousis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex. Dr. Karakousis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Maryland General Clinical Practice Group Inc.

    800 Linden Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kapil Saharia is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Saharia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Myelitis, and HIV/AIDS.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Medical Center

    301 Saint Paul St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manish Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Husson is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Husson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, and Hepatitis.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aliya Rehman is a primary care provider, practicing in Infectious Disease in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Rehman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pyomyositis, Heart Murmurs, Nocardiosis, and Pulmonary Nocardiosis.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rekha Rapaka is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Rapaka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Typhoid Fever, Salmonella Enterocolitis, Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    4940 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Zenilman is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Zenilman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urethritis, Gonorrhea, Swimming Pool Granuloma, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    3001 S Hanover St Ste 203, 
    Brooklyn, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pratibha Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brooklyn, Maryland. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 412, Falls Concourse STE 412, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Robin Avery is an infectious disease physician who joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2012, with two decades of experience in transplant infectious disease. She is a past chair of the American Society of Transplantation (AST) Infectious Disease Community of Practice, was a co-editor of the first edition of the AST ID Guidelines, and serves on a Guidelines Committee for the Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA) on immunizations in the immunocompromised host. She was the founding head of the Transplant Infectious Disease Section at the Cleveland Clinic and served as the founding director of the Cleveland Clinic Transplant ID Special Fellowship, authoring a curriculum that served as the basis for curricula later endorsed by the AST and IDSA. Her clinical and research interests include pre-transplant donor and recipient evaluation, and prevention and treatment of post-transplant infections, particularly transplant-associated viruses, viral load monitoring, novel therapies for CMV, hypogammaglobulinemia, immunizations, and strategies for safer living post-transplant. She has a strong interest in patient education and co-authored the script for a video designed to educate patients on decreasing post-transplant infection risks. Dr. Avery is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, COVID-19, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Dr. Avery is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Nocardiosis
    Family Medicine

    Centennial Medical Group

    Elkridge, MD 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Bisma Zulfiqar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elkridge, Maryland. Dr. Zulfiqar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nocardiosis and Pulmonary Nocardiosis. Dr. Zulfiqar is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 412, Falls Concourse STE 412, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael T. Melia is an Associate Professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include general infectious diseases, HIV and Lyme disease. He serves as the Director of the Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program. After receiving his medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Melia completed his internal medicine residency, infectious diseases fellowship, and chief medical residency at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2008. Dr. Melia's academic and research interests center around medical education and coaching in medicine. He is the current Chair of the IDSA Medical Education Community of Practice and is a past Chair of the IDSA Training Program Directors' Committee. In 2015, Dr. Melia was recognized with the Outstanding Achievement in Teaching Award from the Institute for Excellence in Education at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Melia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lyme Disease, Hepatitis C, Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, and HIV/AIDS. Dr. Melia is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 412, Falls Concourse STE 412, 
    Lutherville, MD 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christopher K. Lippincott is an infectious diseases specialist at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the Clinical Director for the Johns Hopkins Center for Nontuberculous Mycobacteria and Bronchiectasis. He is an expert in the care of patients with mycobacterial infections (NTM and tuberculosis), HIV/AIDS, Lyme disease, and general infectious diseases. He provides teaching to medical students, residents and fellows at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Lippincott earned his M.D. at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his residency at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and infectious diseases fellowship at the University of North Carolina Hospitals. He also earned a Master of Public Health in epidemiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2013. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins University in 2015, Dr. Lippincott practiced infectious diseases internationally for Medecins Sans Frontieres (Abkhazia, Georgia) and Right to Care (Johannesburg, South Africa). Dr. Lippincott’s research interests include mycobacterial infections (NTM and tuberculosis) and bronchiectasis. Dr. Lippincott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swimming Pool Granuloma, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Osteomyelitis, and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Lippincott is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

    Lutherville, MD 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Shmuel Shoham, M.D. is Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Shoham has over 20 years of experience in management of patients with invasive infections, and is the author or co-author of over 100 original articles, book chapters and topic reviews. He is a nationally recognized expert in infectious diseases of immunocompromised patients and his research explores diagnosis, prevention and treatment of infections in such patients. Dr. Shoham serves as a reviewer and expert consultant to multiple journals, professional societies, hospitals and government agencies in the US and numerous countries abroad. He is a member of professional guideline committees for the American Society of Transplantation (AST), the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer/Invasive Fungal Infections Cooperative Group and Infectious Diseases Mycoses Study Group (EORTC/MSG) and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). Dr. Shoham is the recipient of numerous awards including the American College of Physicians' (Washington, DC Chapter) laureate award, their highest honor. Dr. Shoham received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University (Philadelphia, PA) and medical residency and infectious diseases fellowship training at Boston University School of Medicine (Boston, MA). Dr. Shoham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningitis, Cryptococcosis, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Cytomegalovirus Infection. Dr. Shoham is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Internal Medicine

    The Training Room Inc

    6565 N Charles St, 
    Towson, MD 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theodore Bailey is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Bailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Osteomyelitis, SAPHO Syndrome, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Nocardiosis
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    6701 N Charles St, 
    Towson, MD 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karoll Cortez is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Cortez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nocardiosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Sepsis, and Strep Throat.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Nocardiosis?

    Nocardiosis is a rare infectious disorder, that affects the brain, skin, and/or lungs. It occurs mainly in people with a weakened immune system but can affect anyone, and about one-third of infected people do not have any immune problems.. This condition usually starts in the lungs and can spread to other body organs. Affected individuals usually experience problems with their lungs (chest pain, coughing up blood, fevers), brain (headaches and seizures), and skin (skin infections, ulcers, and abscesses). Nocardiosis is caused by a bacteria of the family (genus) known as Nocardia which have different species (types). Nocardia bacteria are able to cause localized or systemic disease in humans and animals. The nocardia bacteria are found in soil around the world. People contract this disease by either inhaling contaminated dust or if soil containing nocardia bacteria get into an open wound.

    When should I see a Nocardiosis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Nocardiosis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Nocardiosis doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Nocardiosis doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Nocardiosis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Nocardiosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nocardiosis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Nocardiosis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Nocardiosis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Nocardiosis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Nocardiosis doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Nocardiosis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Nocardiosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Nocardiosis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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