Overview
Dr. Cassandra Salgado joined the faculty of the Medical University of South Carolina in the Department of Internal Medicine's division of infectious diseases in September 2004.After receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from West Virginia University, she then went on to earn her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown. She completed her residency training in internal medicine and pediatrics and served as chief resident for the Department of Internal Medicine at West Virginia University Hospital. During her infectious diseases fellowship, Dr. Salgado earned her Master's of Science degree in health evaluation sciences and epidemiology from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.She serves as the hospital epidemiologist for MUSC, the vice chair of quality improvement for the Department of Medicine, and is currently the interim division director for infectious diseases.Board-certified in infectious diseases and internal medicine, Dr. Salgado is an active member of numerous professional societies including the Infectious Diseases Society of America, the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, the American Medical Association,Dr. Salgado's clinical interests include general infectious diseases and comprehensive HIV care. She also serves on numerous hospital committees related to patient safety issues.Dr. Salgado's primary research focuses on the investigation of outbreaks, prevention of hospital-acquired infections and the prevention and control of antimicrobial resistance. Her current research projects include surveillance of epidemiologically important organisms within the hospital system (such as methicillin-resistant S. aureus, vancomycin-resistant enterococcus, and Clostridium difficile).
Dr. Salgado is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Osteomyelitis in Children, and Osteomyelitis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado by calling their office at 843-792-1414. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado a top-rated expert for Infective Endocarditis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado is classified as an Advanced expert for Infective Endocarditis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado specialize in?
While Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Infective Endocarditis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Osteomyelitis in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Infective Endocarditis. You can view a list of Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado accept my insurance?
Dr. Cassandra D. Salgado accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1414 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Infective EndocarditisDr. Salgado isAdvanced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
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- AIDS Dementia ComplexDr. Salgado isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dementia Complex.
- AIDS Dysmorphic SyndromeDr. Salgado isExperienced. Learn about AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
- CryptococcosisDr. Salgado isExperienced. Learn about Cryptococcosis.
- EndocarditisDr. Salgado isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- HIV/AIDSDr. Salgado isExperienced. Learn about HIV/AIDS.
- MastoiditisDr. Salgado isExperienced. Learn about Mastoiditis.