Adrian Juarez

Adrian Juarez, PhD, RN, serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing, specializing in health disparities research with focus on HIV prevention and care for Latinx and transgender populations along the Texas-Mexico border region.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Nursing, New York University
• MSN in Nursing Systems Management, University of Texas at El Paso
• MA in Chicana and Chicano Studies (Comparative Literature), California State University, Northridge
• BSN in Nursing, University of Southern California

Dr. Juarez's research examines cultural determinants of health through qualitative methodologies, investigating how factors like famalismo, language preference, and gender identity influence HIV testing uptake, PrEP utilization, and chronic disease management. His work bridges nursing science, public health, and Chicana/o studies to develop culturally responsive interventions addressing structural barriers in marginalized communities.

Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on HIV-related health disparities across populations. Recent works (2021-2022) explore sexual health communication in Black couples and diabetes management in Hispanic families, while earlier research (2012-2018) established foundational insights into HIV testing barriers among Spanish-preferring Latinos and transgender populations, emphasizing intersectional identity factors.

His scholarly recognition includes:

• American Public Health Association Junior Investigator Award (2014)
• Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare Jonas Scholar (2011)

Dr. Juarez secures significant grant funding for border health initiatives including 'Using Playback Theatre for Delivering HIV Care Interventions' (2024, UTMB ITS/CTSA) and 'Expanding HIV Prevention Options on the Texas-Mexico Border' (2021, Betty Irene Moore Fellowship). Active in PhD program mentorship, he presents findings at national conferences including National Hispanic/Latinx Health Leadership Summit and HIV ECHO, though specific student advisees remain unlisted in public profiles.