Joseph P De Santis

Joseph P De Santis is an Associate Professor at the School of Nursing and Health Studies, University of Miami. His roles include academic teaching and research in nursing theory and clinical practice. He is affiliated with the University's S.H.A.R.E.® Research Excellence initiative and focuses on advancing healthcare leadership and evidence-based practices.

His research interests span mental health nursing, LGBTQ+ inclusive healthcare, suicide prevention, and concept analysis methodologies. He has contributed to studies on self-silencing behaviors, leadership presence in healthcare, and health risks in marginalized communities. His work emphasizes improving patient outcomes through nuanced understanding of psychological factors and systemic challenges.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to nursing practice, including topics like gambling disorders and HIV prevention among at-risk populations. He actively engages in nursing education and clinical research, though specific grants or labs are not detailed in the provided texts.