A clinical pharmacist in infectious diseases at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Northeastern University professor Brandon Dionne knows the importance of antibiotics.
Much of his career has focused on preserving them for future generations by working with pharmacy students and consulting physicians on best practices to avoid antibiotic resistance.
“I became interested in infectious diseases when I first read about the increasing prevalence of ‘superbugs’ that are resistant to many of our antibiotic options due to misuse or overuse,” Dionne says.
“I’m passionate about educating the public about steps to reduce disease transmission as well as which conditions need antibiotics,” and which don’t, he says.
The Infectious Diseases Society of America recently recognized Dionne’s contributions to the field by naming him to its 2025 class of fellows.
Calling the fellowship “one of the highest honors in infectious diseases,” the society says it “recognizes individuals whose careers reflect deep curiosity, scientific excellence and a commitment to compassionate care and health equity.”
“They are advancing science, expanding access to care and strengthening the systems we rely on to protect public health,” Dr. Tina Tan, the society’s president, said when the class of 167 fellows was announced in May.
