Alexis N. Plasencia

Dr. Alexis N. Plasencia serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, specializing within the Colorectal Division. His academic role integrates clinical practice with research focused on colorectal cancer care delivery in safety-net hospital environments serving underserved populations.

His research program critically examines health disparities in surgical oncology, with particular emphasis on how language barriers (specifically Spanish-speaking status) and socioeconomic factors influence colorectal cancer presentation and treatment pathways. This work investigates protective factors among minority populations and systemic barriers to specialty care compliance in resource-limited settings.

Analysis of his 2021-2022 publications reveals a concentrated research trajectory examining colorectal cancer outcomes through the lens of health equity. Both studies employ observational methodologies at safety-net institutions, demonstrating consistent focus on vulnerable patient populations and identifying modifiable factors affecting cancer care quality. The work bridges clinical surgery with public health perspectives to address disparities in oncology service delivery.