Alexandra Cossio Duque
Clinical and Community Unit Co-Lead Centro Internacional de Entrenamiento e Investigaciones Medicas (CIDEIM), Colombia Email: acossio@cideim.org.co
VALIDATE Role: Network Associate
Research Keywords: Cutaneous Leishmaniasis, Epidemiological Studies, Clinical Trials, Community Engagement
Biography: My most recent research has focused on improving access to diagnostics and treatment follow-up for patients with Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in dispersed rural areas. I have worked on strategies to overcome barriers faced by patients, including implementing Polymerase Amplification Test-Lateral Flow (RPA-LF) with sampling by trained community members, as well as mini PCR techniques suitable for low-complexity facilities. Additionally, I have evaluated the use of mobile applications to facilitate patient follow-up. My main interest is to conduct research aimed at reducing the incidence of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in rural areas, through the evaluation of interventions (including vaccines), community engagement, and evidence-based Implementation Research.
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