In this episode of 'Coming to America,' the guest is David Hurtado, an immigrant from Bogota, Colombia. He shares his experiences growing up in Colombia during the politically tumultuous 1980s and 1990s. Despite the violence around him, David had a relatively stable upbringing. His passion for music and academia led him to pursue public health studies at Harvard University, where he completed a Master’s, PhD, and postdoctoral research. David now resides in Portland, Oregon, working as an Associate Professor at OHSU, where he focuses on improving workplace health and safety. His story highlights the resilience, determination, and contributions of immigrants to the United States.