Walter Omar Acosta Santos

Dedicated and extremely driven medical student with a solid academic background and practical clinical experience. I approach every challenge with a relentless work ethic and eagerness to learn. I take pride in my professionalism, attention to detail, and deep compassion for patients, always striving to provide the highest quality of care. My goal is to continuously grow as a physician, embracing opportunities for learning, leadership, and innovation while maintaining an unwavering commitment to patient well-being.

Graduate Researcher at Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara – México

·  Collaborated with Dr. Urzua in a research paper related to The Role of Early HPV Vaccination on Preventing Cervical Uterine Cancer in Public Health. 

Undergraduate Researcher at University of Puerto Rico – Mayagüez

·  Collaborated with Dr. Siritunga, Ph.D., on a project involving the DNA barcoding of medicinal plants, where we extracted the plants' DNA and conducted tests to eventually be able to classify them by species.

• American Medical Student Association (AMSA) - (2022 - current)
• Guimedic Humanitarian Medical Association (2021-2023)

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - (2023)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - (2023)

I am passionate about staying active, engaging in sports and exercise as a way to maintain both physical and mental well-being. I find that movement and music enhances my focus and resilience, helping me balance the demands of medical studies. Lastly, I participate in community service initiatives, volunteering to  promote health education and wellness in underserved populations, showcasing a commitment to personal growth and community improvement.