Meet Our Board Members

Jesus Ozuna - Board Chair

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Mr. Ozuna has been a member of Hope's Board since 2021. He is a well-known and respected professional throughout the RGV who has spent the last 16 years working at local and state levels. Mr. Ozuna has been passionate about serving and working with various non-profit and civic organizations to help spread awareness about services available to families that live in underserved communities.

Cynthia Beltran

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Mrs. Beltran started her service term as a Hope Board member in 2023. She plans to use her time and willingness to serve to highlight all the great work that HOPE Family Health Center does in the Rio Grande Valley. She has given back to her beloved community in many ways and is passionate about education, volunteering, and mentoring.

Jessica Martin, MD, MHSA

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Mrs. Martin started her service term to Hope in 2023. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in hospital administration, research, and graduate medical education. She is honored to be a part of the board and hopes to help strengthen Hope's vision while supporting the volunteer physicians, staff and the community. 

Faith Escobar

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Mrs. Escobar was inducted into Hope's Board of Directors in 2022, bringing years of healthcare, business development, and marketing experience with her. She feels honored and enjoys being a part of such a special organization that serves a community near and dear to her heart. She appreciates Hope's efforts and is dedicated to helping spread awareness and health to her Rio Grande Valley natives.

Sofia Hernandez

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Miss Hernandez has been a part of Hope's Board of Directors since 2021. She has more than 25 years of experience working in health care and public policy.

Miss Hernandez also led a non-profit before starting her term with Hope Family Health Center, and has a very strong passion for serving the community.

Marla Sandoval

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Ms. Sandoval started her service term as a Hope Board member in 2022. She is driven and passionate about giving back to her community and expanding healthcare services for our region. Ms. Sandoval has years of experience in Marketing, Business, and Healthcare. She volunteers at local nonprofits and community organizations.

Adriana Gomez, MD, MPH, FAAFP

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Dr. Gomez started her service term in 2023 and is a highly accomplished and experienced Family Physician and healthcare professional. She has been an active member of several national medical societies and is committed to helping her community. Her extensive and highly skilled background in the healthcare field serves as an invaluable asset to Hope Family Health Center's mission.

Robert Nelsen, MD,​

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Dr. Nelsen joined Hope as a board member 

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Naomi D'Acolatse, MD, MPH, FAAFP​

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Dr. D'Acolatse joined Hope as Medical Director and board member in 2024. 

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