Nearly 60% of rural communities in Peru lack health facilities
Our Mission
Milagros en Medicina (Miracles in Medicine) provides essential medical care and support to underserved communities in remote areas of Cusco, including the Colcha District, Urcos, and Pituamarca.
Through the expertise of pediatricians, internists, and family medicine specialists, we address the critical gap in healthcare access in these regions. We are dedicated to ensuring that individuals, regardless of their location, receive the medical attention they need, including basic medications for both acute and chronic conditions.
Our Story
Milagros en Medicina was founded by Kim Alexander and Jeff Brettler in honor of Kim’s mother, Althea Alexander, who dedicated 50 years to advancing diversity and inclusion as the Assistant Dean of Diversity and Inclusion at USC Keck School of Medicine. Inspired by her unwavering commitment to equitable healthcare, Kim and Jeff established this nonprofit to continue her legacy by bringing medical care to some of the most remote and underserved communities in Cusco, Peru.
In these rural areas, poverty is most severe, disproportionately affecting Quechua-speaking indigenous populations who face significant barriers to education, healthcare, and employment. In 2020, Peru’s national poverty rate rose to 30.1%, its highest level in a decade, further exacerbating these challenges.
To help address this need, our volunteer medical team will be serving patients in the Colcha, Urcos, and Pitumarca districts. The majority of residents in these communities are indigenous Quechua people with limited access to essential healthcare services.
Althea’s life’s work was dedicated to shaping a more inclusive healthcare system, and through Milagros en Medicina, we strive to uphold her vision. By delivering pediatric and family medicine care to those who need it most, we hope to make a lasting impact on these Peruvian communities.
Althea Alexander
Our Inspiration
Milagros en Medicina is a tribute to Kim's mother, Althea Alexander, whose legacy of mentoring underserved medical students inspired this organization. Her lifelong work in recruiting and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds has shaped countless futures in the medical field.
Through this nonprofit, we honor Althea's impact and aim to make a lasting difference by addressing healthcare disparities in Peru.
We are proud to continue her remarkable work, fostering hope and health in the communities she so deeply cared for.
Our Partners
Milagros en Medicina collaborates closely with local officials, healthcare providers, and community leaders in Peru to ensure our initiatives align with and strengthen the existing healthcare infrastructure.
In Cusco, our operations are led by Milagros Tincallpa Saire, who oversees all logistical efforts on the ground. Working alongside our dedicated local and international teams, we are committed to supporting the long-term health and well-being of the communities we serve.
In July 2025, we will launch our first medical mission to Cusco. Our team of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and support staff will deliver essential healthcare services to those in need, striving to create a lasting and meaningful impact.
Get Involved
Your support is critical in helping us achieve our mission. You can make a difference by donating to Milagros en Medicina through our website. Every contribution—no matter the size—brings us one step closer to providing essential healthcare to those who need it most.
We understand that times are challenging, and we are deeply grateful for any support you can offer. Your generosity will enable us to continue making a positive, lasting impact on the communities we serve.
