Danielle DeFoto, PA-C, at ID Care
Danielle DeFoto, Infectious Disease Provider
Infectious disease provider expertise
- Board certified as a physician assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
- Specializing in endocarditis, colorectal and biliary tract infections, tick borne illnesses and the treatment of all infectious diseases
Education
- Graduate: Physician Assistant Studies – Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (2018)
- Undergraduate: Rutgers University (2013)
Hospital affiliations
- Monmouth Medical Center North Campus, Long Branch, NJ
- Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune, NJ
- Ocean University Medical Center, Brick, NJ
Why I’m an infectious disease provider
“As a physician assistant in infectious disease, I have the ability to utilize my skills to problem solve, find the root cause of disease, and play a crucial role in its appropriate management while practicing antibiotic stewardship. This is a vital role in the subspecialties of medicine as well as a fulfilling one for myself as a provider.”
Approach to infectious disease care
Danielle DeFoto’s approach to the care and management of patients is rooted in evidence-based practice, with the selection of diagnostics and treatments individualized for each patient. To provide quality care and an excellent patient experience, she takes the time to communicate treatment plans, test results and expectations, while allowing patients the opportunity to ask questions and feel confident about their care. Communication with other healthcare providers involved in a patient’s treatment is also key to ensuring a high-quality experience.
More about Danielle DeFoto, infectious disease provider
Danielle DeFoto is most proud of utilizing her medical knowledge in combination with each patient’s history to make the best-informed decisions throughout their care. Her patients often express appreciation for her personable approach and the time she takes to both inform and truly listen to them, noting that this level of attentiveness and communication makes her stand out from other providers.
Life-changing results speak for themselves
“Love the staff and physicians. Have been coming for many years and find this office the best.”