I am a clinical anatomist by training with more than 12 years of experience working at the convergence of biomedical sciences, encouraging the importance of implementing anatomical sciences programs in medical school. I received a didactic apprenticeship in higher education instruction through graduate studies and conducted scientific and educational projects where I mentored over 25 medical students. The scientific experiences and extensive training in higher education have been fundamental in understanding the dynamic role of science and leadership in decision-making and evidence-based medicine.
Education
2015-2022
Universidad Central del Caribe (LCME, MSCHE Accredited), Bayamon, Puerto Rico
2017-2019
Universidad Central del Caribe (LCME, MSCHE Accredited), Bayamon, Puerto Rico
2010-2015
University of Puerto Rico at Ponce
Ph.D. Molecular and Cell Biology
Dissertation: "Glyoxal fixation for modern electron microscopy and immunogold protein localization."
Cum Laude
Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences in Anatomy and Cell Biology
Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Biomedical Sciences
Professional Experience
2022 - Present
​Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Conroe, Texas
Assistant Professor of Anatomical Sciences
Department of Clinical Anatomy
Responsibilities:
o Use research-based medical education methods to provide students with anatomical understandings applicable to their future careers as physicians.
o Design and implement innovative teaching methodologies to increase student success.
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Leadership:
- Course director: Clinical Anatomy
2019-2022
Universidad Central del Caribe (LCME, MSCHE Accredited), Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Lecturer - Medical Histology
Department of Pathology
Responsibilities:
o Prepare and deliver medical histological lectures to medical students
o Guide students through problem-based learning sessions with clinical implications
2016-2020
Universidad Central del Caribe (LCME, MSCHE Accredited), Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Lecturer, Teaching Assistant - Human Gross and Developmental Anatomy
Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology,
Responsibilities:
o Prepare and deliver medical gross anatomy lectures to medical students
o Guide students through a case-based learning curriculum and assist in the preparation of multiple pedagogies (audio/visual demonstrations, technology-assisted learning using tridimensional anatomy software's demonstrations)
o Assisted students through the dissection, identification, and understanding of the clinical relevance of anatomical structures on human cadavers
o Special preparation of cadaveric specimens, as needed, including the setup and proctoring of practical examinations