Dr. Penedo serves on the National Institutes of Health’s national advisory council on minority health disparities. He evaluates the role of sociocultural, biobehavioral and psychosocial mechanisms underlying disease activity and health outcomes. In 2023, he received the International Society of Behavioral Medicine “Distinguished Scientist” award. His published studies focus on the efficacy of evidence-based psychosocial interventions in promoting optimal chronic disease management and health outcomes in cancer. His research includes working with underserved groups, such as racial and ethnic minorities, who have limited access to cancer care. He is currently the principal investigator for a Hispanic community health study in 120 Miami area clinics and primary care offices, leading research in unmet supportive care needs for cancer survivors. In addition, Dr. Penedo is the principal investigator for a National Cancer Institute study examining social, cultural, behavioral and medical influences on adjustment to cancer survivorship in Hispanic patients.
