The Hospital for Tropical Diseases (HTD) is the UK’s only hospital dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis, treatment, and research of tropical and travel-related diseases. Founded in 1821, the HTD has a long tradition of clinical excellence and research leadership in tropical medicine. It provides specialist clinical treatment and diagnostic services for diseases such as malaria, leprosy, chagas, parasitic infections, and rare imported conditions. The hospital is also home to the National Travel Health Network and Centre and offers a “Find and Treat” service for infectious diseases. Outpatient services are located at Mortimer Market, while inpatient care is provided at University College Hospital (UCH)

• Malaria

• Leprosy (Hansen’s Disease)

• Chagas disease

• Parasitic infections (helminths, strongyloides, schistosomiasis, etc.)

• Tropical skin, eye, and gut diseases

• HIV/AIDS and other viral infections

• Tuberculosis (TB)

• Sexually transmitted infections

• Neglected tropical diseases

• Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT)

• Travel medicine and pre-travel advice

• Child and adolescent tropical medicine

HTD is recognized for its high clinical standards, multidisciplinary specialist team, and research excellence. It is regularly inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and maintains a strong record in patient safety, infection control, and patient satisfaction. The hospital is a center for teaching and research in tropical medicine and collaborates with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and other leading institutions

Vision:
To remain at the forefront of tropical medicine, providing world-class care, research, and education in tropical and travel-related diseases.

Mission:
To deliver expert diagnosis and treatment for tropical diseases, advance research and education in the field, and support global health through innovation and collaboration

• Longstanding reputation as the UK’s leading center for tropical medicine

• Maintains Royal Patronage and is recognized for contributions to teaching, research, and public health