Discipline:
Researcher
Musician/artist
Educator
Organization/Affiliation (no abbreviation):
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Location:
New York, NY 10003
United StatesEmail:
Short biography and a description of your interest(s) in music and health:
I am a tenured professor of environmental medicine and public health working with communities in New York City and globally on health disparities. My background is Puerto Rican and I use traditional music and dance from Puerto Rico to reach communities of color and to train students in the practice of leadership.
Collaboration Interests:
Interested in the use of traditional Afro-Caribbean structures for community engagement in science and medicine, especially in increasing knowledge of environmental health and climate change.
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