Training to become a Medical Specialist

This training, which can be followed after passing the medical licensing exam, leads to registration as a medical microbiologist and lasts 5 years. The program covers all aspects of the field, including bacteriology, virology, parasitology, and mycology, both at the level of laboratory diagnostics and the clinical issues of infections and their treatment. Attention is also given to hospital hygiene and public health, and there is room for independent scientific research.

The revised training plan describes all components in detail, and more information can also be obtained via the Nederlandse Vereniging voor Medische Microbiologie). Interested physicians can contact the department’s secretariat for information about the selection procedure and an introductory day.