A convergence of experts on antimicrobial resistance
Looking at data on antimicrobial resistance in LMICs
Compared to other disease areas, data on antimicrobial resistance is still suboptimal, especially in LMICs. Important lessons learned from resistance surveillance of HIV, TB, malaria can inform the next generation of the Global Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance System (GLASS) by WHO. Nationally representative survey data enhances global efforts to monitor AMR trends by promoting standardized data collection and informing public health policies to combat AMR. The aim is to reduce the global burden of resistant infections through comprehensive surveillance and evidence-based interventions.
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Dr. Silvia Bertagnolio, World Health Organization (WHO)
Dr. Silvia Bertagnolio is a Medical Doctor specialized in infectious diseases, with over 20 years of experience in clinical infectious diseases, epidemiology, public health, and research.
Currently, Dr. Bertagnolio leads the World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters’ work in the Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Division, focusing on global AMR surveillance through the WHO GLASS initiative, coordinating the Global Research Agenda for AMR, and the Global AMR Diagnostics Initiative for bacterial and fungal pathogens.
For over 18 years, Dr. Bertagnolio led the HIV Drug Resistance (HIVDR) programme at WHO, where she developed a comprehensive global strategy for HIVDR and established a global surveillance and laboratory network implemented in over 60 countries.
Dr. Bertagnolio has led the development of the WHO Global Clinical Platform for COVID-19, which has been instrumental in shaping WHO guidelines on clinical management and public health responses to the pandemic.
With over 120 peer-reviewed publications and several book chapters, Dr. Bertagnolio has also served as a guest editor for reputable journals including the Journal of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Infectious Diseases. She holds an academic affiliation with University College London (UCL) as an honorary senior researcher.
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