Dr. Ricardo Noriega is an accomplished public health professional and educator currently serving as an Adjunct Professor of Public Health at Brigham Young University. With experience in both clinical and research settings, Dr. Noriega has a strong background in epidemiology, data analysis, and health program management. Dr. Noriega holds a Master of Public Health from Brigham Young University and has been recognized for his excellence in teaching and research, including receiving the Shelley Fuller Health Education Scholarship and being inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.
Research Interests
He has contributed significantly to public health research, focusing on chronic diseases and their impact on diverse populations, particularly within the El Paso community. Dr. Noriega is also actively involved in teaching, where he emphasizes the principles of qualitative and quantitative data collection, human subjects research, and data visualization. His work is characterized by a commitment to improving public health outcomes through research, education, and practical application.
Teaching Interests
Dr. Ricardo Noriega's teaching interests include epidemiology, qualitative and quantitative research methods, and data visualization in public health. He is passionate about educating students on the social determinants of health, ethical considerations in human subjects research, and the application of public health research. Dr. Noriega is particularly interested in chronic disease epidemiology and the use of environmental and spatial data to inform public health strategies, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary to address complex health challenges in diverse populations.
