Department of Infectious Diseases

The Department of Infectious Diseases was founded in 1926, and its first head was Spandarat Kamsarakan. Over the years, the department has evolved into one of the leading educational, scientific, and clinical centers for the study of infectious diseases in Armenia, playing a significant role both in the training of medical professionals and in addressing public health challenges.

Throughout different periods of its development, the department continuously expanded its clinical bases and actively participated in both scientific research and practical medical activities, including the management of epidemics and the coronavirus pandemic, the development of national guidelines on infectious diseases, and the implementation of modern treatment approaches.

From 2011 to 2018, the department was headed by Ara Asoyan, during whose leadership the educational and clinical capacities of the department significantly expanded, international programs were implemented, and innovative approaches to continuing professional education were introduced.

Since 2018, the department has been headed by Vigen Asoyan, who has made a substantial contribution to the development and implementation of modern approaches to the management of patients with coronavirus infection, as well as to the advancement of the department’s international collaboration and academic activities.

The discipline “Infectious Diseases” is taught at the Faculties of General Medicine, Military Medicine (5th and 6th years), and Dentistry (4th year) in Armenian, Russian, and English. In the 5th year, the course is delivered in a modular format combining theoretical and practical components (60% and 40%, respectively). The educational process extensively incorporates case discussions, small-group teaching, clinical scenario analysis, development of practical skills, and evidence-based medicine teaching methods.

Currently, the department’s scientific activity is focused on modern and highly relevant research areas, particularly the study of infections with pandemic potential and the development of new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. The department’s research interests also include widely prevalent infectious diseases such as acute intestinal infections and viral hepatitis.

Recognizing the importance of modern medical education and continuous professional development, the department closely collaborates with Boston University with the aim of improving the educational component, introducing innovative teaching methods, promoting evidence-based medical thinking, and expanding opportunities for international exchange of experience, thereby ensuring high-quality education and development in line with international standards.

Many members of the department are affiliated with the European Association of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, which enables them to remain at the forefront of international scientific progress, participate in professional collaborations, and stay informed about the latest scientific and technological developments in the field of infectious diseases.

Contact Information

• Department Phone Number: +37491413927
• Email Address: infdepysmu@gmail.com