Vítor Tardelli, Chair: Kathleen T. BradyLecture Hall A
This lecture offers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of substance use and use disorders in South America, emphasizing key epidemiological trends and their implications. Drawing from epidemiological reports, the presentation will explore prevalence rates, substance use patterns, and regional disparities. Attention will be given to public health impacts, including morbidity and mortality related to substance use disorders or intoxications. Additionally, the session will briefly address the influence of trafficking routes on regional drug availability and trends. This lecture aims to provide participants with an informed perspective on substance use, with an emphasis on stimulants, in South America, highlighting its relevance for addiction medicine and public health strategies.
Dr. Tardelli (MD, MS, PhD) is an addictions psychiatrist with clinical training in Brazil and Canada. He is currently an associated researcher at the Instituto Américo Bairral, in Itapira, Brazil. Dr. Tardelli is also a member of the UNODC and European Union expert groups on treatment of stimulant use disorder. His research has focused on the epidemiology and clinical treatment of stimulant use disorder, particularly with agonist-based therapy. Dr. Tardelli also conducts research on social determinants of drug harmful use, such as race/ethnicity, gender, and sexual/gender identity. Dr. Tardelli has a Master’s degree in Clinical Research Methods from Columbia University, in the US, and a clinical fellowship in addictions psychiatry from the University of Toronto, Canada. His interests include medication-assisted therapy, harm reduction and drug use by minorities.
