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Dr Felipe Botero Rodriguez
Name:
Dr Felipe Botero Rodriguez
Job Title:
Psychiatrist
Place of work / study:
SESAM
Area of Research:
Neuropsychiatric symptoms and quality of life.
How is your work funded:
SESAM and Intellectus Memory Clinic
Tell us a little about yourself:
Since my undergraduate studies in medicine, I have been deeply interested in the well-being of individuals with dementia. This curiosity sparked even more questions about how to better understand and improve their care. That’s why I became involved in research, which has provided me with valuable tools to bridge the gap between academia and my clinical practice, where I work directly with patients. As a psychiatrist, my commitment to patient well-being remains unchanged. This has led me to focus on neuropsychiatric symptoms, which are associated with higher comorbidity, increased hospitalization rates, and even greater mortality.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
I always follow the same order when eating my breakfast.
Why did you choose to work in dementia:
It is a challenge that involves both public health and clinical skills. Moreover, due to demographic changes, I see it as a call to which I feel responsible to respond.
What single piece of of advice would you give to an early career researcher?
Your willpower surpasses frustration.
What book are you reading right now? Would you recommend it?
Behave (by Robert Sapolsky). I truly recommend it.
Favourite film of all time?
Not sure
Favourite ways to unplug and unwind?
Meet people and stay with my friends… share time with others.
Can we find you on social media?
Follow @fipobotero
Find Felipe on LinkedIn
Alzheimer's Society
