Location: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, located at 3301 E North Water Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Date: Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
About:
Join us for our inaugural MOLA in Motion with LMSA! An unforgettable evening of celebration, connection, and community happening during the LMSA National Conference in Chicago. This special event honors our community with a night dedicated to recognizing excellence, building relationships, and celebrating the impact of Latino leadership in medicine.
Guests will enjoy an immersive experience featuring live music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and the opportunity to explore MOLA’s programming, including learning more about our scholarship and mentorship programs. From inspiring conversations to cultural enrichment, this evening is designed to bring together healthcare leaders who are passionate about advancing equity and excellence in medicine.
Whether you’re reconnecting with former colleagues or making new connections, MOLA in Motion with LMSA offers a warm, welcoming space to celebrate our shared commitment to leadership and service in healthcare. We invite you to be part of this meaningful night—come ready to engage, explore, and celebrate with us.
Agenda:
| 07:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Doors Open – Welcome Reception* |
| 8:15 PM – 8:20 PM | Opening Remarks
Jonathan Moreira, MD & Geraldine Luna, MD |
| 8:20 PM – 8:35 PM | MOLA-MRF Scholar Reflections
Hear inspiring stories and insights from past and current MOLA-MRF Scholars (introduced by Arielle and Dr. Bonilla) |
| 8:35 PM – 8:40 PM | MOLA Mentorship Program
Introduced by Mentorship Committee Co-Chairs Drs. Erick Tarula and Octavio Vega |
| 8:50 PM – 9:00 PM | Guest Speaker |
| 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Social/networking hour |
*Food will be provided from 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Last call for drinks is 10:00 PM.