Infectious Diseases Society of America
Non-profit OrganizationsVirginia, United States51-200 Employees
The Infectious Diseases Society of America is a nonprofit professional association that connects clinicians, scientists and public health experts to advance understanding and management of infectious diseases. It maintains a global community of roughly 13,000 members, reflecting its international scope. Based in Arlington, Virginia, the organization operates within the nonprofit sector and emphasizes collaboration and knowledge sharing across the field. Its members include clinicians, researchers and public health professionals who address challenges ranging from microscopic pathogens to widespread outbreaks. In May 2026, the society helped organize the Measles Summit in San Diego in partnership with the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, bringing together representatives from multiple medical and professional societies. The IDSA engages with the broader infectious diseases ecosystem through partnerships and events that support education, research and innovation in the field.