Originally from Cuba, Andres' immigration journey shaped his trajectory towards medicine, driven by the challenges his family faced accessing healthcare upon their arrival in the US. This experience ignited his passion for expanding representation and advocacy within the medical field.

Eager to address healthcare disparities, Andres looks forward to collaborating with mentors who share his dedication to enhancing gender and racial diversity. He is particularly drawn to primary care and internal medicine, where he can build lasting relationships with patients and focus on comprehensive, patient-centered care. The opportunity to serve as both healer and advocate in these fields aligns perfectly with his long-term vision of transforming healthcare delivery. Beyond his academic pursuits, Andres is an active advocate who puts his values into practice.

He serves as an interpreter and medical volunteer at the NC Farmworkers Health Program and is the co-president of the Farmworker Student Health Alliance (FSHA). In these roles, he champions initiatives aimed at promoting cultural competency, expanding healthcare access, and advocating for social justice. This commitment to service extends naturally into his philosophy of mentorship and community involvement. When he's not immersed in his medical studies or advocacy work, Andres finds balance through literature, cooking, and hiking. He often explores new destinations with his wife, Aidin, and dog, Honey, always seeking to broaden his perspective and recharge for the critical work ahead.