Jan Ruiz-Nunez

Jan Ruiz Núñez is a third-year medical student at Ponce Health Sciences University. Born and raised in Lares, a small town in the center of Puerto Rico, he is a proud graduate of the public school system and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras. From 2016 to 2018, he served as the primary caregiver for his mother during her battle with cancer, an experience that solidified his commitment to medicine. He is passionate about surgery, LGBTQ+ health, and community service, and he aims to integrate advocacy and compassionate care into his future career as a physician.

 

Featured work: Decisions with Love: Because Every Choice Extends Beyond Ourselves