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Objectives: To describe patients\u2019 knowledge, attitudes and behaviors towards digital technologies for TB control and prevention in the Dominican Republic.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p>A mixed-method study was implemented by organizing two Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and a survey with 137 TB patients. Qualitative data were coded using the Integrated Behavior Model (IBM) and descriptive statistics were used to analyze knowledge, attitudes, practices, and preferences. Data integration was achieved by comparing convergent and divergent results.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Participants expressed a positive attitude towards using DAT to facilitate communication with health personnel to support treatment adherence. Participants noted the benefit of having an application that facilitates this process while safeguarding data privacy.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>This study demonstrates positive attitudes among individuals with TB toward adopting digital tools in their follow-up. 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