Joaquin was born and raised in the Yakima Valley and is dedicated to serving the community. He is strongly passionate about improving health outcomes.

He is bilingual with a BA in Public Health from Central Washington University with specialization in community health.

Joaquin has been with CHCW for 7 years focusing on improving access to care and engagement. He is also an avid fisherman that loves to explore the outdoors and all the great things in the PNW.

Being raised in the Yakima Valley and by Latino parents, Joaquin is extremely passionate in assuring that his community can access care in a culturally competent way.