Erwin H. Calgua Guerra

Erwin H. Calgua Guerra serves as Research Professor and Director of Research at the School of Medicine, University of San Carlos of Guatemala (Guatemala's largest public university), with additional research management roles at Sanatorio El Pilar hospital and Stem Care stem cell company. His work directly impacts clinical practice and public health policy through epidemiological surveillance and data-driven interventions.

Education:

• Medical Degree: Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala
• MSCE in Clinical Epidemiology: Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania (Fogarty International Center Trainee)

Research Interests: Dr. Calgua Guerra's work centers on Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), utilizing the STEPwise risk factor surveillance framework in Guatemala City, and analyzing National Mother and Child Survey data to investigate intersections of malnutrition, gender violence, and NCDs in vulnerable populations. He pioneers capacity-building initiatives including Guatemala's first Emergency Medicine Residency Program and Adolescent Medicine Fellowship, while addressing HIV/AIDS, medical ethics, and stem cell applications.

Publication Trends: His 2018-2022 publications reveal three thematic clusters: (1) Mental health impacts of pandemics on healthcare workers (HEROES cohort), (2) Cancer mortality and diabetes disparities in indigenous populations, and (3) Ethical frameworks for short-term medical missions. These employ mixed methods including cohort studies, geographic risk mapping, and stakeholder analyses focused on Guatemalan health systems.

Scientific Awards: No specific awards documented in source material.

Advising and Grants: As Fogarty International Center Trainee, he received NIH-supported global health research training. Current leadership in the National Academies of Science pandemic preparedness committee and HEROES cohort study indicates active grant management. International collaborations with University of Pennsylvania drive mentorship for global health scholars.

Labs and Teams: Directs the University of San Carlos School of Medicine's research infrastructure while coordinating with Sanatorio El Pilar hospital's clinical teams and Stem Care's biotechnology unit. Co-leads the Global Health Student Advisory Council at Penn and Guatemala's national committees for adolescent medicine and pandemic response.