Department of Public Health
Helda Pinzón-Perez, Ph.D., R.N., M.C.H.E.S., M.P.H.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Ph.D., Health Education, The Pennsylvania State University (1997)
Minor: School Psychology
M.S.N., Family Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Educator, California State University, Fresno (2011)
M.P.H., Public Health: Health Policy and Management, California State University, Fresno (2008)
M.S., Health Sciences: Health Education, California State University, Fresno (1992)
B.S.N., Nursing, Pontificia Universidad, Javeriana, Bogota, Colombia (1987). Minor: Community Health (Health Promotion)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Professor of graduate and undergraduate programs, Department of Public Health, California State University, Fresno (01/14 - present)
Director, Master of Public Health program, Department of Public Health, California State University, Fresno (8/13 - 12/13)
Professor, Master of Public Health Program, Department of Public Health, California State University, Fresno (08/08 - present)
COURSES TAUGHT:
Dr. Pinzón-Perez teaches courses in areas related to community health and health promotion and Nursing:
- Community health
- Principles of Health Education
- Health Behavior Change
- Rural Health
- Health Promotion
- Global and Cultural Issues in Health
- Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health
- Health and Disease
SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES:
- Research Interests: International Health, Multicultural Health Issues, Alternative Medicine And Holistic Health
- Research Projects:
- Community-Based Participatory Research on Childhood Obesity
- Health Policy for Diabetes Prevention
- The Influence of TV Advertisements on childhood obesity
- The role of Medical Massage Therapists in Public Health
- Infusion of Technology in Service Learning Courses
PUBLICATIONS:
Pinzon-Perez, H. & Zelinski, C. (2016). The Role of Teleconferences in Global Public Health Education. Global Health Promotion. Available online at http://ghp.sagepub.com. DOI: 10.1177/1757975914567180. SAGE Publications. Peer Reviewed Journal.
Hickey, C, & Pinzon-Perez, H. (2013). Retrospective Analysis of Language-Related Cultural Disparity Trends in Acute Rehabilitation: Implications for Health Communication. Revista Cientifica Salud Uninorte[Uninorte Journal], 29(2). Available online at http://rcientificas.uninorte.edu.co/salud.php. Peer Reviewed Health C
Pinzon-Perez, H., Alonso, L., & Fajardo, E. (2012). Complementary and Alternative Medicine: A New Professional Arena for Clinical Nurse Specialists and Health Educators. Revista Cientifica Salud Uninorte [Uninorte Journal], 28(1): 162-170. Available online at http://rcientificas.uninorte.edu.co/salud.php. Peer Reviewed.
Miller, Sylvia & Pinzon-Perez, H. (2011). Nursing’s Role in Advanced Care Planning for Hispanic / Latino Individuals. Revista Cientifica Salud Uninorte {Uninorte Journal], 27(1). Available online at http://rcientificas.uninorte.edu.co/salud.php. Peer Reviewed.
Hatmaker, G., Pinzon-Perez, H., Khang, X., & Cha, C. (2010). The Hmong and Their Perceptions About Physical Disabilities: An Overview and Review of Selected Literature. Hmong Studies Journal. 11:1-16. Available online at http://hmongstudies.org/HatmakeretalHSJ11.pdf . Peer Reviewed.
Books:
Pinzon-Perez, H. & Perez, M.A. (2016). Editors. Complementary, Alternative, and Integrative Health: A Multicultural Perspective. Wyley Publishers. San Francisco, CA. 376 pages.
Perez, M.A., Pinzon-Perez, H.L., & Alonso, L.M. (2007). Promoción de la Salud: Conceptos y Aplicaciones [Health Promotion: Concepts and Applications]. Ediciones UniNorte. Universidad El Norte. Barranquilla, Colombia. 186 pages.
Book Chapters:
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2012). Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Culturally Competent Health Education. Chapter 4- Revisions for second edition. Cultural Competence in Health Education and Health Promotion. Editors: Perez M., & Luquis, R. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2009). The Role of Community-Based Participatory Research, Civic Engagement, and Service Learning in Reducing Health Disparities: An Experience Using Community Health Theaters. Chapter 7. Promoting Health And Wellness In Underserved Communities: Multidisciplinary Perspectives Through Service Learning. Editors: Anabel Pelhan & Elizabeth Sills. Sterling, VA: Stylus Publishing, Inc.
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2008). Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Culturally Competent Health Education. Chapter 4. Cultural Competence in Health Education and Health Promotion. Editors: Perez M., & Luquis, R. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2007). Culture and Heritage. Chapter 18. Chapter Contributor. Kozier & Erb’s Fundamentals of Nursing. 8th Edition. Authors: Berman A., Snyder S., Kozier B., & Erb G.. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson- Prentice Hall.
Perez, M.A., & Pinzon-Perez, H.L. (2003). Sexual Health Issues Among U.S. Latinos. International Encyclopedia of Sexuality. Tennessee: Continuum Press.
Translations:
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2016). El Jardin Silencioso: Criando a su hijo sordo [The Silent Garden. Raising your Deaf Child]. 2nd Edition. Author: Paul Ogden and David Smith. Washington, DC: Gallaudet University Press.
Pinzon-Perez, H. & Perez, M. (2002). El Jardin Silencioso: Criando a su hijo sordo [The Silent Garden. Raising your Deaf Child]. Author: Paul Ogden. Hillsboro, Oregon: Butte Publications Inc. 109 pages.
Pinzon-Perez, H. & Perez, M. (1999). Brazos Vacios [Empty Arms]. Author: Sherokee Ilse. Maple Plain, MN: Wintergreen Press. 97 pages.
Other Publications:
Islas-Hooker, G., Pinzon-Perez, H. , &Chávez, F. (2007). United for a Healthy Environment. Let’s Prevent Obesity: Working together to have healthy neighborhoods. Photonovela. Fotonovelas del Valle. Fresno, CA.
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2006). The world obesity epidemic and its relationship to sustainable growth: The influence of the built environment. Conference Proceedings of the 5th Trilateral Conference on Pan-Pacific Cooperation and Sustainable Growth. Konkuk University, Korea. By Invitation.
Pinzon-Perez, H. (2005). Service Learning in a Community Health Science Class. CSUF Online Journal. By Invitation.
Pinzon-Perez, H. (Dec 15, 2003). On-line course “Cultural Issues in mental Health” Public Health Training Academy. CSUF. By Invitation.
Krenz, V., Krenz, E., Pinzon-Perez, H., & Perez, M (2003). GIS Mapping for Pap Smear Compliance Among Rural Latinas. Conference Proceedings. CD Rom.
UNIVERSITY, COMMUNITY, AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
- Council member of the Community Health Policy and Development section of the American Public Health Association (APHA)
- Member of the Multicultural Involvement Committee at the American Association for Health Education (AAHE)
- Member of AAHE and IUHPE (International Union for Health Promotion And Education)
- Member of the Leadership Council- American Cancer Society- Fresno/Madera chapter
- Former member of the Fresno State Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects
- Former member of the Fresno State Library Subcommittee
- Former member of the Executive Committee at the College of Health and Human Services
AWARDS AND PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS:
- Fulbright Teaching/Research Scholarship, Peru (04/16 - 08/16)
- Community Champion Award, West Fresno Family Resource Center (2014)
- Faculty Publications Recognition, Henry Madden Library, Fresno State (2014)
- Outstanding Advisor Award, Fresno State (2013)
- Fulbright Teaching/Research Scholarship, Dominican Republic (2008)
- "Best in Show" Award for International Scholarship, Fresno State (2009)
- Outstanding faculty member- Department of Public Health, Fresno State (2009)
- Top Dog Alumni Award, Fresno State (2005)
- International Student Award, Fresno State (1992)
- Professional Certifications:
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- RN: Registered Nurse
- CHES: Certified Health Education Specialist
- CPH: Certifien in Public Health
- PHN: Public Health Nurse
- LMT: Licensed Massage Therapist
- MMP: Medical Massage Practitioner
Public Health, Professor
Email: hpinzonp@csufresno.edu
Phone: 559 278.5329
Office: Sci II 267