Born and raised in the vibrant streets of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dr. Rafael S. García-Cortés forged a path of academic excellence, earning a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Puer...voir plusBorn and raised in the vibrant streets of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dr. Rafael S. García-Cortés forged a path of academic excellence, earning a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico, before delving into the intricacies of medicine and obtaining his Doctorate degree. His journey took him to the prestigious Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri, where he honed his skills in Internal Medicine, Adult Cardiology and Heart Transplantation, later earning a Master´s degree in Population Health Sciences. Throughout his career, he has published numerous peer-reviewed medical articles and has been lauded as an excellent physician. However, it is through his debut novel, "Catharsis", that the full breadth of his artistic talents is revealed. A psychological thriller with a stunning blend of magic realism and medical expertise, the novel paints a brilliant portrait of his beloved Puerto Rico, only made possible through the author´s unique voice. Now residing in Indianapolis, Indiana, with his family, Dr. García-Cortés continues to inspire and captivate readers with his masterful and irreplaceable storytelling.voir moins