Dr. Jailenne I. Quiñones-Rodríguez

 Dr. Quiñones-Rodríguez is an Assistant Professor of Anatomical Sciences at Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She received her BS in Biomedical Sciences at University of Puerto Rico at Ponce. Subsequently, she completed her master's degree in Anatomy and Biomedical Sciences and her Ph.D. from the Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. She received didactic training in higher education pedagogy through graduate studies and strategies to develop effective communication with students. These experiences and extensive scientific training have been fundamental in understanding the dynamic role of science and leadership in decision-making and evidence-based medicine.

Dr. Quiñones-Rodríguez’s research expertise lies in the human cadaveric dissection, analysis of anatomical variants, and the investigation of physiological functions. Her work aims to enhance the broader knowledge base, potentially leading to significant discoveries in human development and evolutionary biology. In collaboration with physicians from various disciplines, she focuses on increasing awareness of anatomical variations to improve surgical approaches and outcomes.

Dr. Quiñones-Rodríguez integrates emerging technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and 3D modeling to advance anatomical sciences. She leverages these tools to foster innovation in understanding complex phenomena, including embryology and cellular and molecular biology.

Furthermore, Dr. Quiñones-Rodríguez has a proven track record of contributing to the study of the frequency and distribution of human anatomical variations. She is dedicated to enhancing medical curricula through teaching innovations, thereby improving the education and training of future medical professionals.

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