Resident Spotlight

This month, we’re honored to shine the spotlight on Jaime—a man whose life reads like a grand adventure filled with compassion, resilience, and a heart as wide as the ocean he grew up beside.

Jaime was born in Lima, Peru, a bustling coastal city where the Pacific Ocean kisses the shore. From his childhood home, he could see the shimmering waves and often found himself descending long stairways just to feel the sand between his toes. Swimming wasn’t just a pastime; it was a passion. Whether in the ocean or his father’s pool, water was Jaime’s playground. Even as a young boy, his kindness surfaced as he coached children to swim, teaching and encouraging them with gentle patience.

Life at home was a lively tapestry of family and love. Surrounded by parents, grandparents, an aunt, three sisters, cousins, and two household employees, Jaime’s days were filled with laughter echoing through shared meals, spirited conversations, and the warmth that only a close-knit family can bring.

He attended Las Carmelitas Catholic School, where nuns and priests guided his early education, instilling values that would shape his path. Jaime then pursued medicine at La Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH), earning his medical degree with a specialization in cardiology.

One of his first medical missions took him high into the Andes Mountains, serving remote communities often cut off from modern amenities. With no electricity or cars, Jaime traveled by horseback, bridging gaps not only in distance but in language—learning Quechua, the indigenous tongue, to connect with his patients. Instead of money, he was often gifted eggs, chickens, or fresh produce—a testament to the deep trust and gratitude he inspired. These humble exchanges deepened his respect for the rich diversity of people’s lives and stories.

In 1989, Jaime’s journey led him to Germany, where he advanced his studies at the University of Munich, worked in internal medicine, and earned his PhD. By 1995, he and his family made the United States their home, where Jaime continued his calling with unwavering dedication.

For over four decades, Jaime devoted himself to healing others, including 23 years running his own practice in Falls Church, Virginia. Patients didn’t just see a physician; they found a friend who listened deeply. Jaime went beyond prescriptions—finding ways to make medications affordable, connecting patients to specialists, and sometimes waiving fees to ensure care was within reach. His practice was a sanctuary where medicine met humanity.

Beyond the clinic, Jaime shared his knowledge on radio call-in shows and television programs, bringing health education to the broader community with warmth and clarity.

But Jaime’s brilliance extends far beyond medicine. Known for his honesty, kindness, and zest for life, he carries a strong sense of justice and a generous spirit. He treasures time with his two sons, sharing laughter, stories, and the simple joy of family. Conversations with friends about politics, religion, culture, art, and music spark his curiosity and passion. Jaime is also an avid traveler, museum enthusiast, and an incredible dancer—someone who embraces life’s rhythms with open arms.



At Renaissance of Annandale, we are truly privileged to have Jaime among us. His story inspires, his presence uplifts, and his kindness touches every life he encounters. This Resident Spotlight celebrates not just a remarkable career, but a remarkable man whose warmth continues to brighten our community.