Type Of Business:
Mental health care research center
Expertise:
Mental health; Mood disorders; Adult attention deficit disorder; Psychopharmocology
Major Product/SVS:
Neuropsychopharmacology research; Psychotherapy
Hobbies/Sports:
Astrology; Eastern philosophy; Caring for her dachshunds; Reading; Decorating; Gardening
Education Degrees:
Residency, National Institute of Mental Health, Saint Elizabeth's Hospital; MD, Universidad Central del Este, Earned in the Dominican Republic (1978), Master's Degree in Psychopharmacology, San Diego School of Medicine
Affiliations Awards:
Founder, Association of Graduates of the Puerto Rico Institute of Psychiatry; Magazine Editor, APAL; Puerto Rico Psychiatric Society; Puerto Rico College of Neuropsychopharmacology; The Latin American College of Neuropsychopharmacology
Industry:
Mental Health Care
State/Country of Origin:
Cuba
Children's Names:
Ricardo, Carlos
Date of Distinction:
6/27/2011
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered as an individual who tried to make a difference in the lives of others. Being able to help so many people, she feels she is the one who is blessed.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Helping spiritual awareness
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
The Dalai Lama, because he was a wise man, compassionate, with a higher divine wisdom. She would hope to emulate him someday.
Charity:
Various Public Conferences on Mental Health; SPCA International
Number Of Years In Profession:
34
Number Of Years In Current Position:
6
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work and willingness to serve others in order to create higher standards of excellence in health care.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession upon fostering an interest in the neuroscience aspect of psychiatry while completing an internship.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Diaz worked as a psychiatrist for 29 years in Puerto Rico in hospitals, and at her own private practice. She is also a psychopharmacologist and was the founding president of the Puerto Rico College of Neuropsychopharmacology. She is the director of the Dharma Institute and Research Center. The facility investigates diabetes, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, attention-deficit disorder, Alzheimer's disease and anxiety disorders. Additionally, she founded the Puerto Rico Psychiatric Society and the Association of Graduates of the Puerto Rico Institute Of Psychiatry. She is extremely active in women's health issues and is a part of the international congress in women's health in Europe and Colombia. Dr. Diaz has had articles published.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Conducting research as a principal investigator; Performing administrative duties; Supervising three psychiatrists; Inputting data into the system; Maintaining a private practice; Delivering speeches at conferences for pharmaceutical companies and diverse medical associations throughout Latin America and the United States; Educating students at the university level
Education Certifications:
Specialty Certification in Psychiatry
Awards/Honors:
Award for Helping Cuban Refugees, The National Institute of Mental Health; Award, Founder, Puerto Rico College of Neuropsychopharmacology
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Diaz intends to keep expanding on her research to benefit Puerto Rico. Additionally, she hopes to complete a Ph.D. in astrology and collaborate with professional astrologers.