Who We Are

Medical volunteers working in Dominican Republic with HOPE program Profesionales de salud de H.O.P.E posando con sus uniformes médicos

Healing On Practice Education (H.O.P.E.)

At H.O.P.E., we believe medicine is more than science — it's a calling to serve, connect, and transform lives.

We bring together passionate healthcare students from around the world to work hand-in-hand with underserved communities across Latin America. Our mission goes beyond providing care — it's about learning empathy through action, discovering purpose through service, and becoming healers who touch both body and soul.

Join a movement that's redefining what it means to be a healthcare professional.

Learn. Serve. Heal.
That's H.O.P.E. 🌿

Mission

To educate and empower healthcare professionals to serve vulnerable communities in Latin America, emphasizing humanization and friendly medical practice.

Vision

To transform lives together, nurturing healthcare professionals committed to the holistic well-being and hope of those in need.

Values

  • Solidarity: We stand in solidarity with the underserved, advocating for their well-being and equitable access to healthcare.
  • Compassion: Our core value is compassion—towards patients, communities, and fellow learners.
  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in education, ensuring that our students become exceptional healers.
  • Collaboration: We believe in teamwork, collaborating across borders to create a global network.
  • Integrity: Our actions are guided by integrity, transparency, and a commitment to ethical medical practice.

Why Choose H.O.P.E Foundation?

Comprehensive Training

Discover the unique benefits awaiting you in our tailored educational program crafted for aspiring healthcare professionals like you.

Global Community

Become part of our global community of health care professionals, united in delivering compassionate and top-tier healthcare worldwide.

Continuous Support

Communication is vital to us at HOPE, and we support it throughout the entire journey.

Transformative Education

We nurture students who go beyond knowledge, creating doctors who transform lives with compassionate care.

Meet Our Team

Francisco Cuevas Araujo

Francisco Cuevas Araujo

CMO

Eliseo Tavarez Corniel

Eliseo Tavarez Corniel

CEO

Juan De los Santos

Juan De los Santos

Founder

Juan De los Santos

Ruth and Edwin

international coordinators

Jonathan De los Santos

Jonathan De los Santos

CLO

Testimonials

Maai Ikaruga

"Building H.O.P.E. alongside JC and his team has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. Through our work serving communities in the Dominican Republic, I gained valuable clinical experience while witnessing the impact that compassionate healthcare can have on people's lives. Working alongside local healthcare professionals and connecting with patients not only strengthened my passion for medicine but also confirmed that becoming a physician is the path I want to pursue. Seeing H.O.P.E. grow from an idea into an organization dedicated to service, education, and global health has been incredibly rewarding and has reinforced my belief that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare."

— Maai Ikaruga

Jane Park

"Connecting with the patients and communities on this clinical trip reminded me how much I genuinely love helping others and being involved in medicine. Beyond the clinical experiences, I met such amazing people, which made the experience even more meaningful, unforgettable, and inspiring."

— Jane Park