Jaime Hinojosa, MD, MS

Dr. Jaime Hinojosa is a dedicated educator, medical scholar, and leader in anatomical sciences. He currently serves as the Associate Professor of Anatomy and the Founding Chair of the Department of Anatomy at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) College of Osteopathic Medicine. With a career spanning over 15 years in higher education, Dr. Hinojosa brings a wealth of experience in teaching, curriculum design, and academic leadership.

Dr. Hinojosa earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Texas at Brownsville. He went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, also known as Texas McGovern Medical School. Furthering his passion for education and anatomical sciences, he completed a Master’s degree in Anatomical Sciences at Lincoln Memorial University.

Since 2009, Dr. Hinojosa has taught at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels, including at two osteopathic medical schools prior to joining UNC. His teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in active learning and collaboration. He is a strong advocate for team-based medicine and integrates team-based learning (TBL) and case-based learning (CBL) into his courses. These methods not only reinforce anatomical knowledge but also cultivate essential teamwork skills among future physicians.

Dr. Hinojosa’s research interests lie in medical education, with a particular focus on student self-efficacy. His work explores how students apply anatomical knowledge to systems-based courses and osteopathic manipulative techniques, aiming to enhance long-term retention and clinical application.

At the core of Dr. Hinojosa’s educational mission is the belief that medical students should be equipped not only with knowledge but also with the skills to become lifelong learners and effective team members. His ultimate goal is to help shape compassionate, competent, and collaborative physicians who are prepared to meet the evolving demands of modern healthcare.

Bachelor of Science | University of Texas at Brownsville, Brownsville, TX

Master’s of Anatomical Sciences | Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN

Doctorate of Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX

American Association of Clinical Anatomists

American Association for Anatomy

American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine

International Association of Medical Science Educators

Research interests lie in anatomical medical education and surveying anatomical variations and applying them to surgical procedures.

Peer-Reviewed Manuscript Published

Loomis M, Kistner G, Prabahkar D, Hines J, Loomis T, Hinojosa J (2023) Correlation of In-situ Hand Anatomy with Point of Care Ultrasound. Cureus 15(6): e40228. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.40228

Buch, R., Tran, M., Hinojosa, J., Wooten, D, Gokaslan, S., Moeller, D., Loomis, M. Harnessing the Near-Peer Effect in Anatomy Education. Med.Sci.Educ. (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40670-023-01841-9

Dolbow, J., Dolbow, D., Stevens, S., Hinojosa, J. Restorative Effects of Aquatic Exercise Therapies on Motor Function, Cardiovascular Performance, and Gait in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review. J. of Aquatic Physical Therapy. J. of Aquatic Physical Therapy. Vol. 25, No. 1. pgs. 22-29. 2017. – Published Summer 2017

Delbow, J., Hinojosa, J., Stevens, S., Mehler, C. Robotic Assisted Gait Training Therapies for Pediatric Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review. J. of Rehabilitation Robotics. Vol. 4, pgs. 14-21. 2016. – Published 4/27/16.

Abstracts Published

Jason C. Nikirk, MS, Matthew B. Burgess, BS , Jaime Hinojosa, MD. (2024) The Relationship Between Femoral Shaft Torsion, Neck-Shaft Angle, and Compressive Strength in Cadaveric Femurs. Accepted to The Clinical Orthopaedic Society.

Molina V, Patel R, Taylor P, Hinojosa J, González-Solá M, Johnson E, and Quiñones-Rodríguez JI. (2024) Pudendal Nerve Anatomical Variations: Exploring Implications in the Landscape of Pelvic Disorders. The Anatomical Record, 307. https://doi.org/10.1002/ar.25522. Accepted to Anatomy Connected.

Molina V, Patel R, Taylor P, Hinojosa J, and Quiñones-Rodríguez JI. (2023) Significance of Pudendal Nerve Variations in the Management of Pelvic Disorders. Accepted to American Association of Clinical Anatomists Journal.

Botero, Maria PhD, Gustowski, Sharon DO, MPH, and Hinojosa, Jaime MD, MS. Using The Tenets of Osteopathic Medicine As Curricular Themes – Accepted to AACOM 10/7/2021 – Presenting at AACOM Annual Conference April 27-29, 2022

Eller, Jamie DO, Hinojosa, Jaime MD, MS, Gustowski, Sharon DO, MPH. Anatomical Body, Painting, An Alternative Teaching Method For Osteopathic Manipulation Techniques – Accepted to AACOM 10/7/2021

2025 Excellence in Leadership and Service at Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine