Biography

Lario Viljoen is a senior researcher and sociobehavioural lead at the Desmond Tutu TB Centre, Stellenbosch University. She has more than 10 years experience working in public health. She has a keen interest in paedaitric TB care, stigma, family dynamics, and improving health services to cater to the needs of health workers and communities.

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

Longitudinal single patient viewer (SPV) usage, awareness, and training for integrated patient management in South Africa

Extended training and support efforts increased HW awareness and usage of SPV, allowing HWs to better use electronic systems to manage TB patients. Targeted efforts are needed to ensure user access and confidence in using this consolidated platform.

Source: Conference 2024