Esperanza Health Centers
Marisela G. currently serves as a Medical Case Manager and Community Health Advocate at Esperanza Health Centers, focusing on community outreach and PrEP education in Chicago. Previous roles include Clinic/Preschool Assistant at Lumiere Children's Therapy and Public Health Ambassador at Increase the Peace, where Marisela contributed to community engagement and organizational development. Experience as an Assistant Basketball Coach at Saint John's Preparatory School involved training and competition oversight. Marisela's academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Health Science from College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University, complemented by internships in digital marketing, administration, and various positions across organizations like Accenture and Aon Risk Solutions.
Esperanza Health Centers
Esperanza Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center that operates four primary care clinics on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Through the provision of a full range of bilingual, culturally appropriate primary and specialty care, behavioral health, and wellness services, we’re committed to improving health equity and reducing barriers to care for the residents of the medically underserved, primarily Latino communities we serve. Since 2004, we’ve delivered care to over 25,000 patients each year regardless of immigration status, insurance status, or ability to pay.