Jonatan Gioia MD

Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Jonatan Gioia, MD, moved to Houston, TX, in 2017, motivated by his passion for research and interest in the HIV field. With almost a decade of clinical research experience and currently working as a clinical research consultant, Jonatan is focused on addressing health disparities, language justice, and supporting sites and community organizations in developing novel interventions for research community engagement, particularly among historically excluded populations. He had a pivotal role in locally implementing the clinical study that helped inform the FDA's decision to approve the first injectable HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis medication. In addition, he serves as the International Health and Wellness Director of SOMOSLOUD, an affiliate group of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation that aims to educate, motivate, and advocate for the Latine community. Jonatan's focus is bridging the gap between science and community and using clinical research as an empowerment tool for underserved communities.