Patricia Defechereux, PhD
Community Engagement Coordinator
Patricia Defechereux, PhD
Community Engagement Coordinator
Dr. Patricia Defechereux was the Project Director for the Test and Be Treated study, assessing implementation of RAPID access to HIV care at community sites. She trained as a molecular virologist studying HIV and herpesviruses pathogenesis. She is passionate about social justice and the healing power of the arts, curating events bringing together basic scientists, public health researchers, artists and community members to reflect on barriers to equal access to health. As part of HOPE she will lead the Community activities.