Ana Diaz, MD

Vice Chair

Ana Isabel Díaz Ochoa is a physician, public health professional, and community advocate with many years of experience serving older adults, caregivers, families, and diverse communities. She was trained as a medical doctor in Venezuela and earned a Master in Public Health Administration from the University of Minnesota. In her community work, she has supported health education, caregiver services, chronic disease awareness, and connections to resources that help people live healthier and more independent lives.

She is inspired to serve on the Open Cities Health Center Board of Directors because she believes everyone deserves access to compassionate, culturally responsive, and high-quality health care. Her background in community clinics, public health, and direct service has shown her how important trusted local health centers are to families, elders, immigrants, and underserved communities. She hopes to contribute her experience, cultural understanding, and commitment to health equity in support of Open Cities Health Center’s mission.