Child TB Specialist 3. Ben Marais

Child TB Specialist Dr. Ben Marais is a healthcare expert who focuses on diagnosing and treating tuberculosis (TB) in children, a serious bacterial infection that affects the lungs and other parts of the body. He researches the best ways to identify TB early and develop effective treatments tailored for children, who often show different symptoms than adults. His work helps improve patient outcomes, inform clinical guidelines, and shape health policies to better protect children from TB, especially in regions where the disease remains widespread and challenging to manage.