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Medical Director of Infectious Diseases Service<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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    Specialties<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      Education and training<\/h2>\n

      Emory University School of Medicine
      \n<\/strong>Fellowship, Infectious Disease, 2015<\/p>\n

      Wake Forest University School of Medicine
      \n<\/strong>Residency, Internal Medicine, 2012<\/p>\n

      Wake Forest University School of Medicine
      \n<\/strong>Medical School, 2009<\/p>\n

      Certifications<\/h2>\n

      American Board of Internal Medicine<\/strong>
      \nCertified in Infectious Disease<\/p>\n

      American Board of Internal Medicine<\/strong>
      \nCertified in Internal Medicine<\/p>\n

      About<\/h2>\n

      Dr. Jesse Couk earned his undergraduate degrees in biology and chemistry from California State University, Chico. He then pursued his medical education at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, N.C., where he completed his residency in internal medicine. In 2012, Dr. Couk relocated to Atlanta, Ga., to undertake a fellowship in infectious diseases at Emory University. During his time at Emory, he also obtained a Master of Science degree in clinical research, further enhancing his expertise.<\/p>\n

      Dr. Couk’s primary research interest lies in hospital-acquired infections, aiming to improve patient outcomes through innovative strategies and evidence-based practices. He is board-certified in both internal medicine and infectious diseases, reflecting his extensive training and commitment to his field.<\/p>\n

      Beyond his professional life, Dr. Couk is dedicated to his family. He, his wife, and their two children enjoy exploring the parks around Atlanta and embarking on travel adventures together.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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