Virtua Infectious Disease Physicians

Virtua Infectious Disease Physicians Martin Topiel started as a solo ID physician in 1984. Our practice has since grown to 17 physicians. Dr. Topiel founded Infectious Disease Physicians in 1984.

He graduated NYU Medical School and completed Residency training in Internal Medicine and Fellowship training in Infectious Disease at George Washington University. He has served as Chairman of the Department of Medicine at Virtua Memorial Hospital and Chief of the Section of Infectious Diseases. Dr. Topiel is Infection Control Officer at Virtua and Chairman of the Infection Control Committee as the lead physician in preventing infections in the Health system and is a Fellow in the Society of Healthcare Epidemiology of America as well as a member of IDSA. He has led Virtua to receiving the NJ Hospital Association Award for Quality Excellence in 2018 for reducing the incidence of Clostridium difficile infections at Virtua and received physician awards for quality achievement. His experience also includes caring for anthrax patients during the outbreak in 2001. He has served as a media expert on the Today show, Dateline, local television stations and print news providing information on influenza, Lyme disease, anthrax, tick control and Clostridium difficile. During his career, Dr Topiel has been named as “Top Doc” in Philadelphia magazine, New Jersey Magazine, Castle Connelly Surveys, Inside Jersey Magazine and Consumers Choice awards.

Cream cheese produced by Made Fresh Salads has been recalled die to listeria bacteria. The contaminated products were so...
02/25/2026

Cream cheese produced by Made Fresh Salads has been recalled die to listeria bacteria. The contaminated products were sold in the New York City area.

Made Fresh Salads Cream Cheese flavors are being recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been reported to the

Clindamycin is a go-to antibiotic for dentists, but the medicine carries a risk for life-threatening complications. Lear...
02/24/2026

Clindamycin is a go-to antibiotic for dentists, but the medicine carries a risk for life-threatening complications. Learn more:

This is part 1 in a three-part series on potential harms from taking antibiotics for dental procedures. Parts 2 and 3 will publish tomorrow and Thursday. All will be available here.

As the climate warms at an unprecedented rate, dangerous germs are emerging from once-frozen soil and ice. While mostof ...
02/23/2026

As the climate warms at an unprecedented rate, dangerous germs are emerging from once-frozen soil and ice. While most
of the microbes are harmless to humans, some strains pose a threat humans are not prepared for. In thawing ice/landscapes, scientists have found viruses, bacteria and fungi that lay dormant for millions of years, which are resistant to many life-saving medicines.

In a cave in Romania, scientists found a bacterial strain entombed in ice that is resistant to 10 modern antibiotics. But it may also help fight superbugs.

This week, Avian Flu has sickened millions of birds at poultry and egg farms in Pennsylvania. Across the US, the virus h...
02/20/2026

This week, Avian Flu has sickened millions of birds at poultry and egg farms in Pennsylvania.

Across the US, the virus has affected nearly 9 million birds.

In the past 30 days, 51 US flocks have been confirmed to have avian flu.

Measles is actively spreading in Utah, North and South Carolina, and Florida.
02/20/2026

Measles is actively spreading in Utah, North and South Carolina, and Florida.

Of the 300 measles cases, 58 have been identified in the past 3 weeks.

If you bought Wellesley Farms Atlantic Salmon, check your freezer ASAP. BJ’s issued a recall due to listeria contaminati...
02/19/2026

If you bought Wellesley Farms Atlantic Salmon, check your freezer ASAP. BJ’s issued a recall due to listeria contamination.

THURSDAY, Feb. 19, 2026 (HealthDay News) — If you recently bought frozen salmon at BJ’s Wholesale Club, check the packaging before your next meal. Wellesle

After an RSV scare with her first two babies, Mandy Moore encourages parents to speak with their child's doctor about RS...
02/18/2026

After an RSV scare with her first two babies, Mandy Moore encourages parents to speak with their child's doctor about RSV prevention. Beyfortus is a non-vaccine option to protect babies from serious RSV infections.

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — When actress and singer/songwriter Mandy Moore talks about RSV, it’s not just as a celebrity, it’s as a mom who’s li

Measles outbreaks continue to grow in South Carolina and Florida.
02/18/2026

Measles outbreaks continue to grow in South Carolina and Florida.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health announces 12 more measles cases in an ongoing outbreak.

At least 50 people at Ave Maria University have developed measles infections. Cases continue to mount.
02/17/2026

At least 50 people at Ave Maria University have developed measles infections. Cases continue to mount.

The private university in Collier County had reported more cases in its current outbreak but said it will now rely on the state Department of Health dashboard for updates.

Were you born between 1963-1988? You may want to talk with your doctor to make sure you’re protected against measles. Le...
02/16/2026

Were you born between 1963-1988? You may want to talk with your doctor to make sure you’re protected against measles. Learn more:

Measles vaccines have improved over the years. With the recent measles outbreaks, some adults may benefit from a measles booster shot. Learn who should get one, why it matters, and how to stay prot...

2025 was a historically bad year for measles. 2026 is shaping up to be even worse.
02/16/2026

2025 was a historically bad year for measles. 2026 is shaping up to be even worse.

Vermont and New York health officials are reporting their first measles cases of the year, bringing the country's total numbers of measles infections in 2026 to 910.

More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef have been recalled due to bacterial contamination.Check your fridge and freezer f...
02/13/2026

More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef have been recalled due to bacterial contamination.
Check your fridge and freezer for the affected product. Do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store for a refund.

More than 22K pounds of raw ground beef has been recalled by CS Beef Packers, LLC due to potential E. coli contamination.

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1001 Briggs Road, Suite 250
Mount Laurel, NJ
08054

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Monday 8am - 4am
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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