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Leonor Corsino

Professor of Medicine
Medicine, Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Nutrition
Department of Medicine, Box 3451, Durham, NC 27710

Scholarly Works - Book sections


Striving to Become a Dean for Student Affairs

Book section · January 1, 2026 The Associate Dean for Students Affairs’ leadership role in medical schools represents an important, critical, and extremely valuable role within the medical school leadership suite. Deans for Students Affairs work closely with the students, leaders, and f ... Full text Cite

Realizing Your Leadership Potential

Book section · January 1, 2022 This chapter recognizes leadership as an essential quality for those in academic health careers and as a quality that can be cultivated and developed within every individual. The chapter introduces readers to several examples of leadership theories as well ... Full text Cite

Building Your Social Capital Through Mentorship

Book section · January 1, 2022 This chapter explores the power and impact of mentoring in helping individuals pursue their careers in academic healthcare. The roles and responsibilities for both mentors and mentees are described. This chapter then outlines the keys to establishing and m ... Full text Cite

Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in the Hispanic/Latino Population

Book section · January 1, 2021 The Hispanic/Latino population in the United States is a heterogeneous group representing the largest minority racial/ethnic subgroup in the United States. The Hispanic/Latino population in the United States includes individuals from many racial and cultur ... Full text Cite

Diabetes and Breast Cancer

Book section · January 1, 2021 Diabetes and breast cancer are common diseases, and both are significant burdens for women around the world. Existing evidence supports the strong association between diabetes and the development of breast cancer. The impact of diabetes on breast cancer go ... Full text Cite