DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

50-year old anesthesiologist Luis Peña Núñez was chosen to preside the Dominican Medical Association (CMD) as of 12 December 2025. He replaces Dr. Waldo Ariel Suero who has for the most times held the position. Reportedly, he had the backing of Suero.

Diario Libre highlights that while Dr. Pena Nunez is a seasoned anesthesiologist, he is also known for his successes in the arts. He has credits as an actor and composer for films like “El Sistema” and “Yo Soy Bernabé.”

In an interview with Diario Libre, the incoming medical guild president highlighted his top priority: drastically reducing the rate of medical unemployment, especially among general practitioners.

According to Dr. Peña Núñez, of the over 45,000 doctors registered with the CMD, fewer than 20,000 are currently employed in the public hospital system.

He attributes this growing gap to several factors, including:A reduction in available positions within private clinics.The prioritization of specialists...