Talha Riaz, MD

Dr. Riaz was born in Pakistan where he spent his formative years. His interest in infectious diseases began while completing a research fellowship in cardiovascular infectious diseases. Mentored by Dr. Camelia Marculescu, he found enjoyment and intrigue in taking care of patients with musculoskeletal infections. He furthered his skills in the management of orthopedics infectious diseases, under the mentorship of Dr. Doug Osmon. He has worked on multiple projects pertaining to osteoarticular infections including a multi-center research study that focused on the risk factors of fungal prosthetic joint infections.

Following completion of his fellowship, he worked in the Cleveland Clinic Health System and served as staff at the Northeast Ohio Medical University. In addition to his research interest in musculoskeletal infections, he also enjoys taking care of patients with cardiovascular infections including infective endocarditis and patients with cardiovascular device related infections. He also enjoys teaching and mentoring medical students and residents.