Dr. Humberto Omana

Associate Professor

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Biography

Humberto Omana is an Adjunct Research Professor at the School of Health Studies, Western University, and an Associate Scientist at the Lawson Research Institute. He conducts health systems research focusing on older adult care, with a special emphasis on falls prevention among older adults, individuals living with cognitive impairments such as dementia, and those with lower limb amputations. His investigations explore the inter-relationship between cognition and mobility, particularly gait and balance in relation to falls. Dr. Omana possesses expertise in quantitative data analysis, psychometric assessments, and literature reviews, and his research integrates collaborations with various health service providers including rehabilitation staff, nurses, and geriatric specialists. His work is conducted in diverse settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation units, long-term care homes, and community-based organizations across Southwestern Ontario.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
  • Transcripts
  • CV (optional)
Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.