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ArticleOpen forum infectious diseases2026

Strengthening Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in Latin America Through Telementoring: Results From the TEACH PROA-ECHO Initiative.

Rodolfo Ernesto Quirós, Javier Santiago Araujo, Alejandra Macchi, Eugenia Di Libero, Miranda Teruel, María Fernanda Maldonado, Ana Carolina Barbosa de Lima, Andrea Zurawski, Jorge Mera

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Rodolfo Ernesto QuirósPROAnet Organization, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5820-380X
Javier Santiago AraujoPharmacy Service, Hospital Cuenca Alta Nestor Kirchner, Buenos Aires, Argentina.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9354-5453
Alejandra MacchiInfectious Diseases Service, Sanatorio Las Lomas, San Isidro, Buenos Aires, Argentina.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5235-8976
Eugenia Di LiberoPharmacy Service, Hospital Evita de Lanús, Buenos Aires, Argentina.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5531-5008
Miranda TeruelPROAnet Organization, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina.
María Fernanda MaldonadoECHO Institute-Health Sciences Center at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, USA.
Ana Carolina Barbosa de LimaECHO Institute-Health Sciences Center at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, USA.
Andrea ZurawskiECHO Institute-Health Sciences Center at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6049-7520
Jorge MeraECHO Institute-Health Sciences Center at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2865-552X

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Abstract

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global health threat, with a disproportionate impact on low- and middle-income countries. The TEACH PROA-ECHO (Telementoring, Equity & Advocacy Collaboration for Health through Antimicrobial Stewardship) initiative aimed to strengthen antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) in Latin America using the ECHO telementoring model. Methods: From March to December 2024, 80 healthcare institutions from 10 Latin American countries participated in biweekly telementoring sessions focused on case-based learning guidance on stewardship interventions and collaborative problem-solving related to antimicrobial prescribing and surveillance. A validated self-assessment tool was used to categorize baseline ASP development and monitor progress over time. Learning activities were evaluated using Moore's framework, and participating teams identified local barriers and enablers for stewardship activities. Results: Of the 80 institutions, 73 (91%) completed the program. A total of 322 professionals were registered in the project, accounting for 2166 attendances. Moore's indicators showed high satisfaction (Net Promoter Score 79) and significant knowledge improvement after sessions (97.3% vs 81.4%; Conclusions: Telementoring is an effective and scalable approach to strengthening antimicrobial stewardship in Latin America. The TEACH PROA-ECHO model represents a valuable strategy to support national AMR action plans in resource-limited settings.

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antimicrobial stewardshipcapacity buildinghealthcare facility assessmenttelementoringtraining support

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