Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases

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Awards and Recognitions

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Dr. Catherine Foster received the First Annual Infectious Diseases Shining Star Award at the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Division Faculty Meeting on July 2, 2025. This award recognizes members of the Infectious Diseases Division who go above and beyond in their roles, positively impacting those they work with and serving as role models of excellence both within and beyond their job responsibilities.

Dr. Foster is an outstanding clinician who serves as an Infectious Diseases attending physician, the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program Director, and the Associate Medical Director of Infection Control. She is known for her thoughtful, calm, and respectful demeanor, and she is deeply committed to fostering a supportive and effective learning environment.

A remarkable leader and mentor, Dr. Foster leads the fellowship program with grace and humility. She exemplifies the core values of Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital—promoting unity within her team, collaborating across departments, championing inclusivity, and living with compassion. Her tireless dedication to the fellowship program and her colleagues makes her a truly deserving recipient of this honor.

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Fellowship Program

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View information and apply for our Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship.