Pediatric Infectious Disease NJ | Hackensack Meridian Health

Pediatric Infectious Disease Care

Specialized Care for Complex Infections in Kids and Teens in New Jersey 

Children sometimes face infections that are more complicated than the common cold or seasonal flu. Families across New Jersey turn to Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health for expert support when their child’s illness needs specialized care. Our infectious disease specialists work closely with your child’s pediatrician and care team to uncover the cause, offer clear answers, and guide you through the treatment process with compassion and experience.

Whether your child is dealing with a recurring illness, an infection that’s hard to treat, or a condition linked to travel or a weakened immune system, our pediatric infectious disease team is here to help.

Conditions We Diagnose and Treat

We see children and adolescents with a wide range of infections, including:

  • Antibiotic-resistant or recurring infections
  • Bone and blood infections
  • Infections related to international travel
  • Skin infections, including MRSA
  • Meningitis
  • Tuberculosis (TB)
  • Hepatitis
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Infections during cancer or blood disorder treatment
  • Tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease

We also care for newborns and children in intensive care settings, working in close partnership with neonatologists, pediatric oncologists, and other specialists to ensure your child receives the safest and most comprehensive care possible.

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Infection Care for Kids: Answers to Your Questions

If your child has an illness that isn’t improving with standard treatment, has frequent infections, or has recently traveled abroad, a pediatric infectious disease consult may help find answers.
Not all infections require antibiotics. Our team will help determine whether medication is needed and avoid unnecessary treatments.
Children undergoing treatment for cancer or blood-related conditions have weaker immune systems, making them more vulnerable to serious infections. Our team provides coordinated care to manage these risks safely.
Symptoms may include recurring infections, fevers that don’t go away, or infections that don’t respond to standard antibiotics. A specialist can help confirm the cause and recommend the right approach.
Yes, if your child recently traveled and developed symptoms such as fever, rash, or digestive issues, we can evaluate for travel-related infections and provide treatment.

Contact Us

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital

at Hackensack University Medical Center
Pediatric Ambulatory Center
Don IMUS Building, 3rd Floor
Call: 551-996-5308

K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital

at Jersey Shore University Medical Center
19 Davis Avenue, HOPE Tower, 5th Floor
Neptune, NJ 07753
Call: 732-776-4860

What Makes Our Approach Different

Collaborative Team-Based Care: We coordinate with your child’s entire care team to make sure treatment is safe, streamlined, and supportive for your family.

Child-Focused Expertise: Our board-certified pediatric infectious disease specialists understand how infections behave differently in children and how to treat them effectively.

Care That Meets You Where You Are: With pediatric hospitals and specialty centers across New Jersey, families have access to high-level care close to home.

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