Biography

I possess a total of 23 years professional experience in the field of Ethiopian healthcare programs, with a specific focus on TBL, TB/HIV and TB laboratory program for approximately 18 years and I have been working as TB monitoring and evaluation and Diagnostic Adviser at Oromia Health Bureau and also I am a PhD student at university of south Africa and live in Addis Ababa and my educational background is Master of Public Health: Gondar University (2011 - 2013)., BSC Degree in Microbiology and Parasitology: Ambo University (2005 - 2009). Diploma in Medical laboratory technology: Gondar University (1998 - 2000).

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

Enhancing TB detection in Ethiopia: Results from the Oromia TB Catch-Up Campaign

The TB Catch-Up Campaign in Oromia, Ethiopia, demonstrated success in enhancing TB case detection through a multi-faceted approach, including contact tracing, high-risk group screening, and targeted interventions for vulnerable populations. The campaign not only identified thousands of TB and leprosy cases but also provided preventive treatment to at-risk individuals. These results highlight the importance of integrated, community-based screening strategies in high-burden settings

Source: Conference 2024