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College of Health Related Professions

  1. Camacho, Delia M., Ph.D. (Professor) Acting Dean for Academic Affairs and Director of Woman's Health Center
    e-mail:dcamacho@rcm.upr.edu

    My research interests include:
  1. Study of renal function in diabetes mellitus;
  2. studies of cell proliferation in the presence of growth inhibiting and stimulating factors by means of flow cytometry;
  3. woman's health research;
  1. development of a woman's health research agenda;
  2. breast cancer: rehabilitation;
  3. risk factors for cardiovascular disease
  4. health services research
  1. Castro, María, Ph.D. (Associate Professor) (Professor)
    e-mail:mariacastro@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    I am currently conducting research on Measuring stigma in people with HIV/AIDS: Validation of a Stigma Scale among a HIV Puerto Rican Population. The study was funded by the Nursing Research Center on HIV/AIDS Health Disparities.
  2. Estapé, Estela S., M.T., Ph.D. (Professor)
    e-mail:estelaestape@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    We have shown an increased frequency of cataract formation in adult salt-sensitive hypertensive rats. Studies of lens ionic transport properties are being carried out to determine mechanisms linking the genesis of cataractogenesis and salt-sensitive hypertension. One of our long-term goals is to find ways to prevent cataract formation, which accounts for the most frequent surgery procedure in the elderly population. (Co-principal investigator: Dr. Carmen Rodríguez-Sargent).
    We have also shown an increased level of a circulating endogenous Na+, K+ - ATPase inhibitor in those salt-sensitive rats that achieve a higher level of blood pressure (rapid onset hypertension) at an early age and develop cataracts after being exposed to a high sodium diet. This inhibitor has been termed Digoxin-Like Immunoreactive Factor (DLIF) for its similarity to Digoxin, both in its activity and structure. Since this sub-group of salt-sensitive rats are also prone to suffer stroke and have an increased mortality rate, we are proposing to study if DLIF might be an important factor linking the pathogenesis of hypertension,cataracts, and stroke.
  3. García, Rubén, Ph.D. (Associate Professor)
    e-mail:rubengarcia@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    The research we conduct relates to the role of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and angiotensin II (ALL) in age related changes in renal function. The overall goal of these studies is to evaluate the effect of ADH and ALL on the decrease in renal function associated with the aging process. The experimental animal used in our protocols is the Brattleboro rat, which has a congenital lack of ADH. Long Evans rats are used as controls. Studies are conducted at 10, 20, and 30 months of age. The effects of different pharmacological agents on renal function, in the presence and absence of ADH and/or ALL, are also evaluated in adults and aging rats.

  4. Linares, Nicolás, Ph.D. (Professor)
    e-mail:nicolaslinares@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    Dr. Linares is conducting a project to study which intra-child and environmental factors have an effect on the sociolinguistic habilitation of Hispanic preschoolers with autism. On-going measurements of autistic characteristics, familiar behaviors, intervention procedures and developmental status of subjects with autism are carried out in an interdisciplinary manner. Results will be used to impact human and educational services in local and mainland agencies who intervene with this population of children.

  5. Mulero Portela, Ana Leticia, Ph.D. (Associate Professor)
    e-mail:anamulero@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    I am currently conducting research on physical activity, exercxise, and breast cancer.

  6. Ortiz, Evelyn, Ed.D. (Professor)
    e-mail:evelynortiz@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    Dr. Ortiz is engaged in a qualitative ethnographic research project to examine the perception of crisis as viewed from the perspective of the patients and health/human services professionals. Structured interviews are conducted to examine such factors as reactions to crisis adaptation processes, information given and received, and management strategies.

  7. Santiago de Snyder, Soami, Ph.D. (Assistant Professor)
    e-mail:soamisantiago@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    Dr. Santiago is investigating the evoked potentials in patients with neurogenic disorders such as autism and cerebral palsy. Protocols to investigate interstimulus interval and rate functions are currently being developed for this populations.

    A visually representable speech perception/discrimination list is being developed to study the Puerto Rican pediatric population.

  8. Soto de Laurido, Lourdes E., Ph.D. (Profesor and Health Education Program Director)
    e-mail:lourdessoto@cprs.rcm.upr.edu

    The Research Institute for Global Health Promotion and Health Education (IIPESAG) has its origins in 1999 and was established 2002. It is based on the concept of GLOBAL HEALTH PROMOTION. Health promotion is the process by which individuals are permitted to take control over the determinants of health to improve their overall health and their environment, and is directed to empower persons to take action. IIPESAG was established as a means for the development of interdisciplinary research and collaborations, recognizing that an interdisciplinary nature strengthens the exchange of knowledge between professionals, in health and other areas. The main objective of the Research Institute is to work with multiple risk behaviors, among which are the six risk behaviors established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta: intentional and non-intentional injuries, alcohol and other drug use, smoking, sexual activity, nutrition, and lack of physical activity. In addition, IIPESAG emphasizes the principle of equity under which it asserts that “we are unique, yet universal, individuals and communities”. The Institute is recognized as an initiative for new research in health promotion and education, for which reason it was endorsed in June 2000 by the Inter-American Consortium of Universities and Training Centers in Health Promotion and Health Education, initiative of the Pan-American Health Organization. Currently, it is located in the College of Health Related Professions (CHRP) at the Medical Sciences Campus.

  1. To transform scientific knowledge into common knowledge available to anyone on an equal basis.
  2. To guarantee the exchange of ideas through international publications with an interdisciplinary focus.
  3. To develop research that contributes to the formation of international collaborations to share non-traditional approaches in health-related areas.
  4. To perform work funded by federal grants and other recognized sources.
  5. To publish books of interest in the area of health promotion
  6. To serve as a link for training in the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

    Risk behaviors and projects:

    Tobacco use (Proyecto AIRE/Asmarlín-Asthma InterventionsRespiratory Education with EPA Funds); violence Research in Action-Copntinuing Education Certificate in coordination with the Puerto Rico Department of Education; sexual behavior; eating habits; lack of exercise (Caminando sin estrés-Muévete PR-RCM in coordination with the Puerto Rico Department of Health); alcohol use.

    Other Projects:

    YRBS 2005 – Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, Puerto Rico Department of Education and Center for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta. Guía Dadores de Vida – Panamerican Health Organization (PAHO); Group of Evaluators.


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Emma Fernández-Repollet,Ph.D.
Program Director
RCMI Program
Room 621-A, 6th. floor
Main Building, Medical Sciences Campus
GPO Box 365067
San Juan, PR 00936-5067
Email: efernandez@rcm.upr.edu
Telephones:
Voice (787) 763-9401
FAX (787) 758-5206


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