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Geneticist, Master in Biology and Doctorate in Biological Sciences at the Javeriana University. He has 20 years of experience in Clinical Genetics, 10 years in Forensic Genetics and 22 years in clinical and basic research, as well as in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Full professor and director (E) of the Institute of Human Genetics of the Faculty of Medicine of the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. President of the Colombian Association of Genetic Doctors. Advisor to the Surveillance and Monitoring Program for children with congenital defects of the Ministry of Health of Bogotá. Editor of the Universitas Médica magazine. Orphan Diseases Coordinator of the San Ignacio University Hospital. Member of the National Orphan Diseases Table representing the ACSC. The specialty topics are in the areas of Medical Genetics, Congenital Malformations, Demography, Clinical Research Administration, Forensic Genetics, Digital teaching and evaluation tools. Author of more than 70 scientific articles, 5 books and several chapters in academic publications.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 1 - No Poverty
  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Education

PhD, Doctor en Ciencias Biológicas, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Award Date: 22 Sep 2011

Master, Magíster en Biología, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Award Date: 17 Feb 1999

Bachelor, Médico Cirujano, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Award Date: 24 Jan 1992

Minciencias Category

  • Senior

Keywords

  • RZ Other systems of medicine

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