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Bernardo Lombo, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine) at Yale University School of Medicine and affiliated faculty at the Yale Institute for Global Health. He is a clinician specializing in cardiology with expertise in echocardiography and global health. Dr. Lombo holds academic appointments as Associate Director of Echocardiography in Cardiovascular Medicine and serves as part of the leadership team for the Yale Cardiovascular Global Health Initiative and the International Team of Educators to Advance Cardiovascular Health (ITEACH). His work focuses on portable echocardiography, TAVR, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, and developing free educational platforms for healthcare professionals.
Education:
- M.D., Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2007)
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Hospital of Saint Raphael/Yale University (2012)
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine, Yale University (2015)
Research Interests: Dr. Lombo’s research spans global cardiovascular health, particularly in low-resource settings, with projects in Colombia, Rwanda, Argentina, Russia, Indonesia, and the Dominican Republic. His clinical research includes echocardiography advancements, valvular heart disease, and metabolic syndrome epidemiology. He emphasizes translational research to improve diagnosis and treatment accessibility worldwide.
Publications: His work highlights innovations in echocardiography techniques, global health strategies to combat hypertension and cardiovascular diseases, and the application of portable technologies in underserved regions. Key themes include diagnostic accuracy, valvular heart disease mechanisms, and public health interventions.
Awards:
- Global Health Education Innovation Award (2020)
- Medical Staff President’s Award for Excellence (2012)
- Best Internal Medicine Resident (2010)
Collaborations & Grants: Active collaborations with institutions globally (e.g., Intec University, Udayana University) and leadership in initiatives like ITEACH. His efforts include creating free online educational resources to bridge knowledge gaps in cardiology.
Labs/Teams: Leads the Yale Cardiovascular Global Health Initiative and co-directs the Chagas Disease Alliance, advancing research and care for neglected cardiovascular conditions.
