German Society for Tropical Medicine and International Health (DTG)

The DTG was founded in 1907 and currently has more than 1000 members. As a scientific society, it aims to bring together medical researchers, veterinarians, natural and social scientists who practice, research, advise or are particularly interested in the fields of tropical medicine and international health. The DTG is a member of the Association of Scientific Medical Societies (AWMF). The specialist areas of tropical medicine and international health deal with medical and health problems in the tropics and subtropics and in developing countries. This includes all aspects of clinical medicine, hygiene and microbiology, epidemiology, social and environmental medicine and related subjects. In addition to research and control of diseases of the tropics and developing countries, an important field of activity is the diagnosis and treatment of imported diseases among travelers and migrants, as well as preventive medical advice and care for travelers before and after stays in the tropics, subtropics and developing countries (travel medicine). The tasks of the company include the exchange of experience between Germany and abroad, the promotion of research and teaching, the promotion of young talent, the support of further education in this field, both in Germany and in tropical countries, as well as the consultation of authorities and individuals as well as education in the field of tropical and travel medicine, including the development of up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines and recommendations. The society pursues exclusively non-profit and scientific purposes in the sense of the non-profit regulations.