When her younger sister Sofi becomes ill, Aurora begins to imagine a future in medicine. Without role models and facing discouragement, she holds on to a simple goal: becoming a doctor so she can help others.

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Inspired by a true story, Aurora la Doctora combines colorful illustrations and rhyme to bring compassion, courage, and perseverance to life. It gives families and educators a starting point for conversations about caring for others, facing barriers, and pursuing a dream—even when others cannot yet see it.

A story that invites children to see themselves as tomorrow’s doctors.

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Available in paperback, audiobook, and hardcover.

Discover why we need more Hispanic physicians through research, personal stories, and more than 50 graphs and illustrations presented in full color. Follow Ana Maria, a student told she was “not college material,” and meet physicians who overcame barriers and opened doors for others.

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Written for students, families, and educators, this book explains how education, culture, and language shape both the path to medicine and the care patients receive. Practical resources and chapter summaries help readers understand the challenges, recognize the possibilities, and plan their next steps.

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The complete original book, with its graphs and illustrations in color.

Meet eleven Hispanic scientists whose journeys reveal the choices, setbacks, and support behind their achievements. Through their experiences, Dr. Paola Mina-Osorio shares nine practical lessons on discovering your interests, setting goals, finding mentors, learning from mistakes, and giving back.

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Beginning with her father’s story and his influence on her own path, she explores how role models help us imagine new possibilities. Written for aspiring scientists, families, and educators, this book combines relatable stories with guidance for pursuing a future in science and opening doors for others.

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Why do we need more Hispanic physicians—and what stands in the way?

¡Un Doctor, Por Favor! explores the connection between education, opportunity, and healthcare. Through research and personal stories, it explains the barriers facing aspiring Hispanic physicians and why culture, language, and representation matter to the communities they serve.

Inside, you’ll find:

• The story of Ana Maria, a student determined to pursue medicine after being told she was “not college material.”

• Stories of Hispanic physicians who navigated difficult paths and now support others through their work.

• Accessible explanations of Hispanic identity, education, and health, supported by graphs and illustrations.

• Resources for aspiring medical students, including links to educational opportunities and sources of support.

• Key takeaways in each chapter to help you understand and revisit the main ideas.

Written for students, families, educators, and healthcare professionals, this book goes beyond the statistics to show what they mean for people’s lives.

Available as a Kindle ebook, hardcover, and paperback

The big picture in a shorter, illustrated edition.

This abridged version of ¡Un Doctor, Por Favor! combines visual explanations, personal stories, and practical guidance to explore why we need more Hispanic physicians—and how aspiring doctors can begin their journey.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Graphs and illustrations explaining Hispanic education, health, and representation in medicine.

• Stories of Hispanic physicians who overcame barriers, found support, and built meaningful careers.

• Ana Maria’s story, following a student whose dream of becoming a doctor survives discouragement and difficult circumstances.

• Clear explanations of why culture and language matter in healthcare.

• Practical first steps and resources for exploring medicine, setting goals, finding support, and planning for medical school.

Written for students, families, and educators, this edition makes the book’s central ideas easier to explore while preserving the human stories behind the numbers.

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¿Te interesa estudiar medicina o apoyar a alguien que sueña con ser médico? Este libro explica por qué necesitamos más médicos hispanos en Estados Unidos y qué barreras enfrentan quienes eligen este camino.

Encontrarás:

• Recursos y enlaces útiles para futuros estudiantes de medicina.

• Datos sobre educación y salud de la población hispana, con más de 50 gráficos e ilustraciones.

• Conclusiones clave en cada capítulo para facilitar la lectura.

• Historias de médicos hispanos que superaron obstáculos y construyeron carreras al servicio de otros.

Infórmate, encuentra inspiración y descubre nuevas posibilidades en medicina. ¡Sí se puede!