Infectious diseases physician and academic leader with 25+ years of experience in clinical care, research, teaching, and international programme development. Professor of Infectious Diseases and Head of Department at a 1,500-bed university hospital in France. Former President of the French Society of Infectious Diseases (FSID, 2018-2022) and Chair of the Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics (APUA, 2019-2025). Extensive experience in antimicrobial stewardship, global health partnerships, and governance of academic and professional institutions. Author of >650 publications (H-index 61).