Before joining Esperanza Health Centers, Dr. Elsa Garcia practiced as a pediatrician in both public and private clinics in Santiago, Chile. Originally from Ecuador, she earned her medical degree from Universidad Católica de Guayaquil and completed her first residency in Pediatrics Family Medicine at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.
Dr. Garcia was drawn to Esperanza by its deep commitment to the Latino community and its mission to expand access to high-quality, culturally competent care. She finds great purpose in being able to explain medical conditions in Spanish—helping patients better understand their health and empowering them in their care journey.
Outside of work, Dr. Garcia is passionate about travel—whether by plane, boat, or car—and enjoys discovering new cultures through food (including the occasional adventurous bite like crickets!). She also loves spending time with her husband and children, especially when it involves a movie night and homemade popcorn.