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Start the online microbiology course taught by Dr. Sean Elliot, University of Arizona, and Dr. Vincent Racaniello, Columbia University

This course teaches you everything you need to know about the major groups and families of microorganisms relevant to human health, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and prions, as well as the pathophysiology of which the pathogens are a part, effective pharmacological therapies, and mechanisms of resistance. Our knowledge-based structure combines high-quality illustrations, animation, and other media to help you learn and retain the information needed to master microbiology.
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Your complete microbiology Learning Path will help you ace your next microbiology exam

Studying microbiology can be a challenge. Our comprehensive Learning Paths offer the most effective combination of video lectures, quizzes, and clinical cases to help you learn, retain, and grow your knowledge. Add your Learning Path to your Study Planner and you’ll know just how much time you need to spend each day to prepare for your next microbiology exam.

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And that’s not all. With Lecturio, you can apply your microbiology knowledge by answering clinical case questions that help you retain everything you learned using quizzes and concept pages.

230 Microbiology Video Lessons

High-yield lectures with downloadable materials and multilingual subtitles

160 Microbiology Exam Practice Questions

Our simulated-exam interface is designed to help you familiarize yourself with actual microbiology test situations.

120+ Microbiology Concept Pages

Developed by US-trained physicians, our comprehensive Concept Pages help you master new concepts and reinforce existing knowledge on challenging microbiology topics.

770+ Microbiology Quiz Questions

Our adaptive learning algorithm uses Spaced-Repetition quizzes to help you retain microbiology information over the long term.

Microbiology Learning Path

Lecturio’s expert-made study schedules combine all relevant microbiology materials organized block by block to help you prepare for your exams.

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“I loved how thoroughly the pathogenicity of each microorganism was covered. It was also great that the professors explained, in detail, exactly how the microorganisms infect their target cells.”
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Lecturio’s Microbiology Course covers all relevant topics

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University of Arizona, USA

Dr. Sean Elliott is the Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and the Associate Chair for the Department of Pediatrics at The University of Arizona in Tuscon USA. He obtained his MD from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1993. Currently, he is a Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist at the University of Arizona Medical Center. Dr. Elliot devotes time to quality-improvement initiatives, graduate medical education efficacy, and his scholarship with the Tucson Hospitals Medical Education Program (THMEP).
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Columbia University, New York, USA

Dr. Vincent Racaniello is a Higgins Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Columbia University in New York City, USA. He obtained his PhD at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City in 1979, and joined the faculty of Columbia University in 1982. Because of his achievements, Dr. Racaniello has received several awards, including the Irma T. Hirschl Research Award, the Searle Scholars Program, and the Eli Lilly and NIH Merit Awards. Dr. Racaniello is interested in using new media for medical education; he writes a virology blog and hosts and produces several podcasts.
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Microbiology is the branch of biology that focuses on the study of microorganisms and their relationship to disease processes by describing their characteristics (e.g., species, structure, virulence factors, etc.). In the 20th century, infectious diseases were the most significant causes of morbidity and mortality. After the advent of antibiotics, these diseases became significantly less prevalent and less deadly. They are, however, still encountered in clinical practice, so a competent physician must have a good grasp of the most common pathogens in their area of work.

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