Valerie Gomez is an MD candidate at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University located in North Philadelphia. She graduated from The Johns Hopkins University in 2021 with a Molecular & Cellular Biology degree and a Psychology minor. Valerie is passionate about helping underserved communities, especially the Latinx community, navigate the complex healthcare system and pursue medical careers. She is interested in pursuing a Pediatric specialty, as she enjoys engaging with the young patient population. Also, she loves to explore new food spots with friends, watching movies, and going to cool museums!