Hispanic HealthAreas of Research in the School of Health Professions

Our Research

Soham Al Snih, MD, PhD, Division of Rehabilitation Sciences
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Aging · Epidemiology · Health Disparities · Hispanic Health · Physical Function · Population Health

Hispanic older adults need a way to be physically functionaly independently in a way that reduces disability and/or increases health related quality of life to ultimately reduce family and society burden of care.

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Brian Downer, PhD, Division of Rehabilitation Sciences
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Cognition · Epidemiology · Health Disparities · Healthcare Quality · Hispanic Health · Long-Term Care · Population Health · Rehabilitation

Healthcare needs in diverse populations of older adults: Older adults need ways to meet their healthcare needs so as to continue living in their home environment and benefit from a high quality of life.

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