From One Latino Doctor

to the Next

UNITINO was built by Latino doctors and professionals who made it through the U.S. residency process the hard way. We know what it means to leave everything behind, to hold a hard-earned degree in front of a system that wasn't built for

Every doctor we help match is one more Familiar Face for the patients waiting to hear "te entiendo." This is where we come in.

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We know the journey is hard, that's exactly why we're here. Unitino connects those who've already lived through the struggle with those who are just starting it. We want to help turn this dream into a reality, not a nightmare. Send your application, and let's start the pairing process.

Esteban Morales
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Esteban Morales

Director & Treasurer - Specialist, McKinsey & Company

McKinsey & Company
Originally from Costa Rica and based in Boston, Esteban brings 10+ years of experience at McKinsey and is completing his MBA at Boston University. He leads UNITINO's administrative, financial, and governance work, keeping the organization efficient, compliant, and focused on its mission.
★ Fun fact: he's a die-hard soccer fan and never misses a Costa Rica match.
Karla Chamorro Garcia, MD
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Karla Chamorro Garcia, MD

Founder & Board Member - Internal medicine resident

Cambridge Health Alliance
Karla's path to residency in Boston wasn't linear; community health worker, medical assistant, waitress, artist. Each chapter taught her about human connection and the disparities built into the system. Now she mentors future clinicians and pushes for the change she once needed herself.
★ Fun fact: she became a mixed-media artist during residency.
Marcelo Ramirez, MD
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Marcelo Ramirez, MD

Co-Founder & Board Member - Clinical Associate, Endocrinology

UChicago Medicine
Marcelo cares for patients with complex endocrine conditions at the University of Chicago Medicine, where he also helps train the next generation of physicians. He brings UNITINO a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care and a deep passion for medical education.
★ Fun fact: a world traveler and sports enthusiast, he's currently learning Italian.
Cesar Guerra Castillo
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Cesar Guerra Castillo

Co-Founder & Board Member, UNITINO

Program Manager Mass General Brigham
At Mass General Brigham, Cesar leads four community-driven programs on hypertension, diabetes, substance use, and colorectal cancer, pairing clinical care with nutrition counseling, workforce development, and social support, because lasting change starts local.
★ Fun fact: he'll try a new destination, cuisine, or a game with a classic film on.
Daniel Vasquez, MD
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Daniel Vasquez, MD

Co-Founder & Board Member - Chief Resident,

Family Medicine, Hamilton Medical Center
Born and raised in Costa Rica, Daniel earned his MD from UCIMED and practiced for four years before matching into a U.S. residency as an international medical graduate. Now Chief Resident and pursuing a Sleep Medicine Fellowship, he mentors future IMGs with the guidance he wishes he'd had.
★ Fun fact: he once hiked to Cerro Chirripó, the highest peak in Costa Rica.

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