Juan Ignacio Garcia

Juan Ignacio Garcia

Post Doctoral Epidemiologist @ Texas Biomedical Research Institute

About Juan Ignacio Garcia

Juan Ignacio Garcia is a Post Doctoral Epidemiologist at Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a PhD in Preventive Medicine and Public Health and has extensive experience in infectious disease research and capacity building in various countries.

Work at Texas Biomedical Research Institute

Juan Ignacio Garcia has been serving as a Post Doctoral Epidemiologist at Texas Biomedical Research Institute since 2020. His role involves conducting research and analysis related to epidemiology, contributing to the institute's mission of advancing health through innovative research. Located in San Antonio, Texas, the institute focuses on infectious diseases and public health, aligning with Garcia's expertise in these areas.

Education and Expertise

Juan Ignacio Garcia holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Preventive Medicine and Public Health from the University Autonoma de Barcelona, where he studied from 2013 to 2020. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Control of Infectious Diseases from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in 2011. His undergraduate studies in Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology were completed at Universidad de Barcelona from 1996 to 2001.

Background

Garcia has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in various international health projects. He worked as a Tuberculosis Scientist at GlaxoSmithKline from 2005 to 2010 in Madrid, Spain. Prior to that, he served as a Visitor Scientist in TB Research at Colorado State University in 2003. His experience spans multiple countries, including laboratory strengthening projects in Peru, Ecuador, Ghana, Bamako, and Sierra Leone.

Achievements

Garcia has been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes in underserved populations. In Guatemala, he coordinated efforts to enhance TB and HIV-STIs diagnostic, treatment, and care in specialized units and clinics. He was part of a multidisciplinary team focused on improving HIV drug supply delivery and PMTCT interventions. His work also includes implementing diagnostic and follow-up interventions in healthcare centers addressing diseases like HIV, STI, TB, and vaccine-preventable diseases.

Professional Interests

Juan Ignacio Garcia's professional interests center on the organization and delivery of integrative services for STI-HIV and TB-HIV. He is focused on implementing new biomedical tools for diagnosis and treatment, as well as strengthening health information systems. His work aims to mitigate inequality and poverty through the analysis of social determinants of disease, reflecting his commitment to public health and epidemiology.

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