DOMINICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION — NEW ENGLAND–BOSTON CHAPTER
HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS — AHPSI
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE OF THE VIII ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CONGRESS
INFORMATION CIRCULAR
October 8, 2026
Dr. Luis Antonio Cruz Camacho: A Human-Centered Perspective on the Transformation of Medicine
Dear Colleagues, Health Professionals, and Distinguished Guests:
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Luis Antonio Cruz Camacho will participate as a featured speaker at our VIII Annual International Medical Congress, during the scientific program on Sunday, November 22, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts. He will present:
“Are We Practicing More Advanced Medicine—or Simply More Technological Medicine?”
His presentation directly connects with the congress’s central theme, “Medicine in Transformation: Scientific Updates, Technology, and Clinical Practice.” It invites us to examine how scientific progress and technological tools can translate into more effective, accessible, and compassionate care.
Academic Background, Leadership, and Community Service
Dr. Cruz Camacho is a physician and epidemiologist whose work reflects a strong commitment to human well-being and the social impact of medicine. He serves as Deputy General Director of Clínica Cruz Jiminián and Fundación Cruz Jiminián, Medical Director of Primary Care at UNISAF, and Director of CEOM/Oncology. These responsibilities bring together clinical care, institutional leadership, and community service.
His educational journey began at Riverside Military Academy in Georgia. He subsequently studied medicine at Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE), following in his father’s footsteps. He has pursued additional training in hospital management and safety, surgical assistance, medical auditing, and sign language applied to medicine, strengthening his approach to quality care and inclusive communication.
At age 30, he has led more than 500 medical outreach initiatives and community health events alongside his team, reaching more than 200,000 people across the Dominican Republic. His mission is to provide dignified medical care to those who need it most, particularly people facing vulnerability and barriers to healthcare.
His commitment extends to social assistance programs supporting orphaned children, women affected by violence, older adults, single mothers, young athletes, and communities affected by natural disasters. His discreet visits to families with limited resources reflect his dedication to understanding their needs firsthand and addressing the social conditions that influence health.
His work has earned multiple distinctions, including recognition from Premios Diario Salud for influence, humanitarian action and philanthropy, and medical outreach; selection among the Dominican Republic’s 25 promising young leaders by Gala magazine; the Doctor Domingo Porfirio Rojas Niñas distinction from the National Human Rights Commission; and the highest Padre Rosario honor at the National Youth Awards.
Why This Conference Matters
For physicians, nurses, and other health professionals, this presentation raises an essential question: How should we measure medical progress through its impact on people’s lives?
Dr. Cruz Camacho’s experience offers a meaningful foundation for exploring the relationship between innovation, clinical judgment, equitable access, and compassionate care. His conference will encourage participants to consider how technology can strengthen medical practice while preserving attentive listening, patient dignity, and responsibility toward the communities we serve.
Three Activities to Learn, Connect, and Strengthen Professional Relationships
Friday, November 20, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Guided visit to Mass General Hospital, with advance registration coordinated by Dr. Jazmín del Orbe. This activity will offer an opportunity for professional exchange and exposure to experiences in healthcare delivery and institutional collaboration.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Welcome Cocktail Reception and Special Recognition Ceremony at the Dominican Consulate in Boston, bringing together local and international guests in a spirit of fellowship and appreciation.
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Scientific program of the VIII Annual International Medical Congress, featuring Dr. Luis Antonio Cruz Camacho’s conference and academic exchange among professionals from different disciplines.
As we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the New England–Boston Chapter, we celebrate a shared legacy of education, collaboration, and service. Dr. Cruz Camacho’s participation reinforces our commitment to medical progress that improves the well-being of the people we care for.
Information and Coordination
Dr. Kenia Feliz
President, Dominican Medical Association — New England–Boston Chapter
617-858-7310
Dr. Aritmedes Restituyo
President, AHPSI
732-277-9640
Email: info@ahpsi.org
Website: www.ahpsi.org
Join us for an inspiring encounter where science, technology, and humanity come together in the service of health.