Dr. Charles J. Ramos

What is your WHY?

My family. I know what it is like to be underprepared for the circumstances of our society in the U.S. and that even with a great amount of effort, you still need people around you for support to be successful. I want to be that to others as some people have been to me and my family.

Where are you from? What is your ethnic background?

Los Angeles. Central American-both parents are immigrants from El Salvador. Growing up in the inner city and witnessing my parents sacrifice so much for my sister and I influenced the work I do now. I can appreciate not having good healthcare growing up and the many benefits it can have on one’s life when you do have it – specially for youth.

Who are your top 5?

Ghostface killah, Nas, Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, the pharcyde

Track Record

Currently the Dean of Biological & Physical Sciences at Diablo Valley College. Have held positions such as Athletic Trainer and Director of sports medicine. I have a bachelors and master of science degree in Kinesiology. I have a doctorate in health science.

Dr. Ramos currently serves as Dean of Biological & Physical Sciences at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, CA. Previously, he served as the inaugural Director of Sports Medicine leading a team of certified athletic trainers, faculty, and sports medicine students. Dr. Ramos holds a Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) degree from A.T. Still University as well as a Master’s degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). At CSUF, he also completed the Athletic Training Program and went on to become a board-certified athletic trainer. Creating academic pathways for students of underrepresented communities is a passion of Dr. Ramos.