Dr. Geraldine Luna

Dr. Geraldine Luna is a double-board-certified geriatrician and internist who has become one of Chicago’s most visible public health leaders. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine, with a degree in Geriatric Medicine and a master's in Public Health. As Medical Director and Incident Commander for the Chicago Department of Public Health’s COVID‑19 response and the New Arrivals Response, Dr. Luna coordinated testing, vaccination, and healthcare treatment strategies for vulnerable populations, emphasizing culturally informed outreach in Black and Latino communities.

She is the President of the Illinois Unidos Coalition and Vice President of the Medical Organization for Latino Advancement (MOLA), serving as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, where she mentors medical students and residents.

Dr. Luna is an advocate for health‑literacy initiatives, co‑founding the Illinois Unidos Partnership to address COVID‑19 disparities and joining the People’s Response Network to support mutual‑aid efforts. She has been recognized as a “Health Hero” by the Chicago Latino Network and regularly appears on Spanish‑language media to educate the public about chronic‑disease management, vaccine safety, and elder care. Dr. Luna’s research interests include equitable access to healthcare and social justice in minoritized communities.