Dr. Eneida Nemecek: An Advocate for Latino Clinical Research Participation
As a child in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Dr. Eneida Nemecek learned the effort it takes to earn an education by literally going to college with her parents…
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Tony Rentas: A ‘Soldado’ Helping Others Fight Battles Against Brain Tumors
Growing up in Puerto Rico, Tony Rentas dreamed of joining the U.S. military. He wanted to serve his country, set a good example for his son, and make …
Dr. Carlos Salama: Protecting Latinos Against Infectious Diseases
Carlos Salama’s father helped people every day as a physician. Inspired by what he saw, Salama knew at an early age that he, too, wanted to help oth…
Dr. Juanita Mora: A Voice for the Latino Community and Infection Control
Juanita Mora recalls the exact moment that inspired her to be a doctor. Her mother had fallen ill with kidney disease. A young Mora served as transl…
Dr. Veronica Ramirez: Keeping Her Community Health with Infection Control
Dr. Veronica Ramirez is the first physician in her family. The youngest of four children, Ramirez grew up in Escondido, California, with an intere…