Dr. Elena Salmoirago Blotcher

Associate Professor

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Biography

Elena Salmoirago-Blotcher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior and the Department of Medicine at Brown University. She is a practicing cardiologist with over fifteen years of experience in Italy and has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between cardiovascular (CV) medicine and behavioral sciences. Her research focuses on the psychosocial factors contributing to the development of cardiovascular disease, specifically exploring innovative mind-body interventions to promote CV health behaviors. Salmoirago-Blotcher leads the 'Mind & Heart Lab,' training students and post-doctoral trainees in psychobehavioral research. She has received funding from prominent institutions including the National Institutes of Health and the American Heart Association. Dr. Salmoirago-Blotcher has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Heart Association and the Society of Behavioral Medicine, reflecting her contributions to the field of CV behavioral medicine. In addition to her research, she has served as a senior mentor for various training grants and actively participates in multiple national research committees.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Brown University • Providence, RI, United States

Teaching and conducting research in cardiology and behavioral medicine.

Cardiologist

— Present

Various Hospitals, Italy • Italy

Provided cardiovascular care and treatment to patients.

Awards

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Founder’s Award, Society Behavioral Medicine

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Fellow, Society Behavioral Medicine

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Fellow, American Heart Association

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics