Wits MatCH Research Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of the Witwatersrand
Area(s) of Expertise:
Research in contraception and reproductive and sexual health, including the use of clinical, socio-behavioral and implementation science research methodologies
Clinical trials assessing efficacy and/or safety of contraceptive methods in development and the safety and acceptability of existing methods
Reasons for poor uptake and discontinuation of contraceptive methods and the importance of choice, looking at individual, community, health systems, clinical and pharmacological factors at play
Research on integration of contraceptive/family planning/reproductive health services and HIV prevention services including health systems strengthening
Development of contraceptive policies, service delivery guidelines, and strategic plans