Tara has worked for over 14 years on the eradication, elimination, and control of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) including Guinea worm disease, trachoma, onchocerciasis, and lymphatic filariasis. In her role at CDC, she conducts operational research and provides technical assistance to endemic countries in support of the elimination and control of NTDs. Her work primarily focuses on improving the delivery of lymphatic filariasis interventions globally.

Expertise: lymphatic filariasis, program delivery, community surveys, coverage/compliance