Global Clinical Microbiology Consultancy

Specialist infection
expertise, delivered
worldwide.

CulturePositive connects healthcare facilities across the globe with a specialist microbiologist — for remote teleconsultancy, antibiotic stewardship, complex case review, and clinical education.

Dr. Arundhuti Paul, MD Microbiology PDCC Advanced Diagnostic Microbiology ICMR Research Scholar Gold Medallist — General Medicine
🌍 Available to facilities worldwide
48-hour case report turnaround
🔬 MD Microbiology specialist
✉️ Email · Case portal
🎓 Free clinical education resources

Why antimicrobial resistance
cannot wait

AMR is one of the defining health crises of our time. Specialist microbiology guidance isn't a luxury — it's a patient safety imperative.

4.95M
Deaths associated with AMR annually
AMR is now among the leading causes of death globally — surpassing HIV/AIDS and malaria in some analyses.
Source: The Lancet, 2022
10M
Projected annual AMR deaths by 2050
Without decisive action on antibiotic stewardship and resistance surveillance, deaths will exceed those from cancer.
Source: O'Neill Review, 2016
70%
Of antibiotics used inappropriately
Studies suggest up to 70% of antibiotic prescriptions in low- and middle-income countries are unnecessary or incorrect.
Source: WHO, 2023
$100T
Cumulative economic cost by 2050
AMR threatens global GDP on a scale comparable to the 2008 financial crisis — every year, indefinitely.
Source: World Bank, 2017
80%
Of AMR burden in LMICs
Low- and middle-income countries bear the greatest burden of drug-resistant infections, with the fewest specialist resources.
Source: IHME, 2022
Research from our consultant

The gap we fill, globally

Specialist microbiologists are scarce and expensive. CulturePositive delivers that expertise remotely — to any facility, in any country, on demand.

01

Genuine sub-specialist

MD Microbiology with advanced clinical and diagnostic training. Not a generalist — a true specialist in infection science with a published research record.

02

Truly remote, truly global

Time zone flexibility, experience with pathogen profiles across South Asia, Middle East, Africa, and beyond. Available where specialists aren't.

03

Fraction of in-house cost

A full-time specialist microbiologist costs $80,000–200,000/year globally. CulturePositive delivers the same expertise at a fraction of that overhead.

04

Documented, structured outputs

Written reports, formatted sensitivity opinions, stewardship audits — professional documentation you can file, present, and act on immediately.

Three ways to work with us

From a single case review to a full retainer with stewardship programme — flexible, remote, specialist-led.

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Service 01

Teleconsultancy Retainer

Ongoing specialist access for your facility's day-to-day infection and microbiology queries.

  • Culture and sensitivity report interpretation
  • Antibiogram guidance and treatment advice
  • Infection management queries via WhatsApp/email
  • Monthly AMR pattern summary (Standard & above)
  • Response within 6–24 hours by tier
Flexible monthly pricing
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Service 02

Antibiotic Stewardship Programme

A structured AMS programme built for your facility — formulary to compliance documentation.

  • Antibiotic formulary review and design
  • Prescribing policy and restriction guidelines
  • Audit templates and data collection tools
  • Accreditation compliance documentation
  • Staff education materials included
Project-based pricing
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Service 03

Complex Case Second Opinion

Submit a difficult infection or sensitivity case. Receive a structured expert written opinion.

  • Written expert microbiology opinion report
  • Sensitivity pattern analysis and interpretation
  • Treatment pathway recommendations
  • Standard: 48-hour turnaround
  • Urgent: 12-hour (ICU/critical care)
Per-case pricing

Learn from a specialist

Free clinical education resources on microbiology, AMR, and infection control — for clinicians, lab scientists, and healthcare students worldwide. Curated partner courses and paid programmes coming soon.

Free resources Free
🎬
How to read a culture report A step-by-step voiceover guide for clinicians and junior doctors. Covers sensitivity columns, breakpoints, and treatment selection.
Coming soon
🎬
Understanding antibiotic classes Animated overview of beta-lactams, carbapenems, fluoroquinolones, and glycopeptides — mechanisms and resistance.
Coming soon
📄
WHO AWaRe framework — summary guide Plain-English PDF summary of the Access, Watch, Reserve antibiotic classification with clinical decision prompts.
Coming soon
🔬
Case of the month A real anonymised case — complex sensitivity pattern, clinical context, and Dr. Paul's expert commentary. Monthly.
Launching July 2025
Partner courses External
🌐
WHO — Antibiotic Stewardship in hospitals WHO's flagship AMS training programme for hospital teams in low- and middle-income countries.
External · Free
🌐
Infection Prevention & Control — Foundation course Accredited IPC foundation training for healthcare workers. Suitable for nurses, lab staff, and clinicians.
External · Paid
🌐
ESCMID — Clinical Microbiology e-learning European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Case-based modules and webinars.
External · Mixed
🌐
FRCPath exam resources — RCPath Official Royal College of Pathologists guidance for candidates sitting FRCPath Part 1 and Part 2 Microbiology.
External · Free guidance

Paid courses — coming later in 2025

We are developing structured paid modules on FRCPath exam preparation, AMR for clinicians, and infection control certification — delivered as voiceover-animated video courses. Register your interest to be notified first.

No borders. No time limits.

CulturePositive is built to serve healthcare facilities wherever they are. We work across time zones, understand regional pathogen patterns, and adapt to your clinical context.

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South Asia
India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Pakistan
🇦🇪
Middle East
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain
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Africa
Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, South Africa
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Southeast Asia
Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines
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Europe
UK, Ireland, and European private facilities
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Worldwide
Any country, any timezone — get in touch

Simple from day one

No complex onboarding. No lengthy procurement. You can be receiving expert guidance within 48 hours of first contact.

1

Get in touch

Email us or fill in the contact form. Tell us your facility type and what support you need.

2

Discovery call

A 20-minute video or voice call with Dr. Paul to understand your needs and recommend the right arrangement.

3

Agreement & onboarding

Simple service agreement, advance payment, onboarding guide shared within 24 hours. Fully remote, fully paperless.

4

Start consulting

Submit queries via email. Receive structured written responses and reports within the agreed timeframe.

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Dr. Arundhuti Paul

MD Microbiology · Specialist Microbiologist
MD Microbiology — Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Mumbai
PDCC Advanced Diagnostic & Clinical Microbiology — ILBS, New Delhi
ICMR STS Research Scholar — CTX-M resistant uropathogens
Gold Medallist — General Medicine, DY Patil Medical College
Second in State — Pharmacology Quiz
Published in Journal of Global Health, Cureus, Iranian Journal of Microbiology

A specialist with deep roots in infection science.

Dr. Arundhuti Paul is a specialist microbiologist with academic and research training at some of India's most respected institutions — LTMMC Mumbai and ILBS New Delhi. Her ICMR-backed research on CTX-M resistant uropathogens and her publications in international peer-reviewed journals reflect a rigorous scientific foundation.

Now based in the UK, Dr. Paul brings international perspective and best-practice standards to every engagement — while retaining deep familiarity with the pathogen landscapes, laboratory environments, and clinical realities facing hospitals across South Asia and beyond.

Selected publications — click to view

Let's discuss your needs

All enquiries are responded to within 24 hours. No commitment required for an initial conversation.

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