José Gregorio Hernández

José Gregorio Hernández was a Venezuelan physician, scientist, and university professor, venerated as a Blessed in the Catholic Church. He devoted his life to serving the poor and sick, gaining the nickname 'Doctor of the Poor.' Hernández was known for his deep faith, humility, and acts of charity throughout his medical career. He died in 1919 in Caracas and was beatified in 2021.