Orlando Stefano

Orlando Stefano is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Hygiene and Public Health, University of Rome Tor Vergata. He specializes in global health, HIV/AIDS research, and epidemiology, with a focus on sub-Saharan Africa. His work includes studies on vaccine strategies, healthcare system transformation, and the impact of pandemics on healthcare delivery. He currently teaches courses on global health prevention and the evolving challenges in health systems.

Research interests encompass maternal and child health, particularly in HIV-exposed infants, as well as aging populations and frailty assessment. He has contributed to initiatives like the DREAM program, addressing comorbidities in HIV patients and evaluating virological outcomes in Mozambique. His studies on gender dynamics in healthcare decision-making and the effects of public health measures on infection rates highlight his interdisciplinary approach.

Key themes in his publications include vaccine efficacy in resource-limited settings, tuberculosis diagnosis during the pandemic, and the role of community-based care systems. His work frequently integrates clinical data with public health policy analysis, emphasizing actionable solutions for global health challenges.

Stefano has advised on interventions to improve male partner involvement in maternal health programs in Malawi and has explored the economic impacts of healthcare resource allocation in sub-Saharan Africa. His research also addresses the socioeconomic implications of HIV treatment programs and the management of noncommunicable diseases in aging populations.