Hildemar F. Dos Santos

Hildemar F. Dos Santos is a Professor and Program Director in the School of Public Health at Loma Linda University. He holds dual doctorates (MD and DrPH) and specializes in lifestyle medicine, preventive care, and community health. His research focuses on diet, exercise, stress management, and their impacts on chronic diseases and aging, particularly among older adults and vulnerable populations.

Education:

• MD, Loma Linda University (1978)
• MPH, Loma Linda University (1994)
• DrPH, Loma Linda University (2000)

Research Interests:

Dr. Dos Santos’ work explores lifestyle interventions to reduce non-communicable diseases. Key areas include polypharmacy in seniors, asthma management in children, and the effects of diet/exercise on chronic conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. He emphasizes culturally tailored programs for underserved communities.

Professional Development:

• Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
• Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACE)
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
• Health and Wellness Coach

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with teams on lifestyle medicine initiatives, including the Loma Linda Longevity Study and community-based participatory research programs targeting breast cancer risk reduction.