Tonya Crook

Tonya Crook is an Associate Professor at The Pennsylvania State University, serving in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases at the Penn State College of Medicine. She directs the Infectious Diseases Fellowship program and coordinates educational rotations for internal medicine residents and medical students.

• Board-certified in Internal Medicine (2000) and Infectious Diseases (2002)
• Holds a Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (1995)
• Completed a post-baccalaureate certificate in Educational Technology Integration

Her research focuses on HIV prevention, emphasizing early diagnosis, patient retention in care, and tropical medicine. She investigates complex infections like endocarditis, tuberculosis, and returning traveler syndromes. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for Health.

Key publications analyze Mycobacterium chimaera infections post-cardiac surgery, babesiosis epidemiology, and outpatient antimicrobial therapy outcomes. These reflect her expertise in infection control and clinical research methodologies.

• Scientific Awards: Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2019, 2024)
• Grants: Led CDC-funded HIV testing initiatives (2007–2013)

Dr. Crook's clinical practice spans inpatient infectious disease consultations, outpatient HIV care, and multidisciplinary management of complex infections. She integrates technology into medical education to enhance clinician engagement.