CarlosEspicheMDMEd(He/Him)

Summary

• Carlos Espiche is a dedicated physician and educator with a robust foundation in cardiology, medical education, and research. Born in Lima, Peru, he graduated as valedictorian from the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC), where he also served as a Junior Faculty member. His early career included working as a hospitalist at Clínica Internacional in Lima and serving in Peru’s jungle during the COVID-19 pandemic. He promoted health maintenance in underserved populations and earned a diploma in occupational health.
  
  Carlos transitioned to the U.S. after completing the USMLE exams while working as an occupational health physician. He matched at St. Barnabas Hospital (SBH) in the Bronx, where he has excelled in leadership and advocacy, currently serving as Chief Medical Resident in the Internal Medicine program. He was named Resident of the Year during his intern year and served as a delegate for the Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR), achieving significant improvements in resident conditions through contract negotiations.
  
  A passionate educator, Carlos completed a Master's in Education at UPC during residency, applying his skills as an associate lecturer at CUNY and teaching with the Internal Medicine department. He is also deeply involved in research, serving as a research associate at Montefiore Medical Center and CUNY, contributing to advancements in cardiac imaging and cardiovascular technology.
  
  Carlos is committed to community outreach and advancing Latino representation in medicine. He mentors through MOLA (Medical Opportunities for Latino Advancement), is active in the NHMA communications committee, and delivers health lectures through organizations like the Hispanic Access Foundation. His work as a SoMe Ambassador for ACC24 and a member of the NY-ACC Committee of Quality and Innovation highlights his dedication to fostering collaboration in cardiovascular medicine.