From Refugee to Doctor — Help Jose Angel
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Hello, my name is Jose Angel, and I’m a 29-year-old former medical student from Venezuela, now living as a refugee in Colombia. I’m raising funds for myself to continue a dream I’ve carried for years to become a doctor and serve others with compassion, skill, and faith.
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This calling began when I was a child and watched doctors save my grandmother’s life after a serious accident. Since then, everything I’ve done church work, hospital outreach, volunteering, and four years of medical school has been driven by that spark.
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In 2024, my dream was torn away.
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In 2024, my dream was torn away.
Why I Had to Flee
As Venezuela’s crisis deepened, I could barely afford to reach my hospital rotations. I walked over 10 km daily, went hungry, and often studied through exhaustion. Then, after I peacefully spoke out during a protest, my photo went viral. The regime targeted me, and I was forced to flee leaving behind my family, my school, and everything I knew.
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Why This Dream Still Matters
In Colombia, I’ve done everything I can to survive working call center jobs, refereeing soccer games, and helping with medical interpretation. But my dream of becoming a doctor never left me. Medicine, for me, is not just a profession it’s a mission. It’s how I serve God and give back to those in need.
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How Your Donation Will Help
Your support will help me restart my education through international programs for refugee students. The funds will cover:
- SAT preparation course (next)
- Credential evaluations
- TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo test
- University application fees
- Document translation
- Visa/legal fees
Thanks to those who have donated:
- I've already been able to cover the SAT exam registration. I will present the test on september 13th, 2025.
Thanks for all and God bless you!
I am the sole recipient of the funds, which will be securely delivered through this GoFundMe account.
What Makes This Campaign Different
This isn’t just a story of loss. It’s one of faith, courage, and determination. I’m not asking for charity I’m asking for a chance to keep giving. To save lives. To become the doctor I was meant to be.
You can follow my journey on Instagram: @aventuramedica
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Help Me Rebuild This Dream
Please consider donating or sharing this campaign. Your kindness could help turn a tragedy into a testimony and help me continue a mission I still believe in with all my heart.
With gratitude,
Jose Angel
Currently in Bogotá, Colombia
Feel free to reach out for verification or questions.
Organizer
Keny Alejandro Hidalgo Pérez
Organizer
Mountain View, CA