معرفی
Milagros D. Silva is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and an attending physician in the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medicine. With a background in nursing and internal medicine, she specializes in palliative care, focusing on improving symptom management and care delivery for Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients. Her work spans clinical practice, education, and research, emphasizing cultural competence and telehealth integration.
- Education:
- B.S.N., Georgetown University (2004)
- M.D., Georgetown University School of Medicine (2009)
Her research explores communication challenges in LEP populations, behavioral health integration in hospice, and telemedicine applications. She has contributed to national surveys on hospice practices and quality improvement initiatives in ambulatory palliative care.
- Scientific Awards:
- Silbermann Family Clinical Scholar in Geriatric Palliative Care
Dr. Silva's clinical services include in-person, telehealth, and home visits through Weill Cornell's Outpatient Palliative Care Program, which serves patients under active care by affiliated physicians.
