Dr. Dalmacio Flores

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dalmacio Dennis Flores is an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing, where he holds the Class of 1942 Endowed Term Chair. With a focus on HIV/AIDS care, he leads research initiatives aimed at preventing HIV/STI infections and enhancing the mental health of sexual and gender diverse youth. His work emphasizes the vital role of parents in sexual health education for LGBTQ+ youth and includes several significant projects, such as Parents ASSIST, SHIFTs, and GIST, which promote inclusive parent-child communication about sexuality. Dr. Flores is deeply committed to improving health outcomes for sexual minority youth and has played a key role in training health professionals across various settings. With a PhD from Duke University, alongside degrees from Emory University and Kennesaw State University, he has received numerous accolades for his teaching and mentorship. He is passionate about collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative interventions for sexual health promotion.

Research Interests

Awards

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Dean’s Award Undergraduate Advising

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Distinguished Teaching

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Scholarly Mentorship

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Student Nurses Penn Undergraduate Award Teaching

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Ellen Rudy Clore Excellence in Scholarly Writing

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Barbara J. Lowery Faculty Award

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Penn Women Award Undergraduate Advising

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Recent Alumni Award

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Lucy Bradley-Springer Excellence in HIV Prevention

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40 Under 40 Leaders in Minority Health

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Forever Duke Student Leadership Award

Courses

Scientific Inquiry Evidence-Based Practice (NURS 5470) Contemporary Issues in Human Sexuality (NURS 3030/5030) LGBTQ Health (NURS 3420/5420)

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
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