Dr. Mitchell Kushner

Dr. Mitch Kushner brings more than 40 years of experience as an Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS physician and public health leader. A longtime visitor and part-time resident of Puerto Vallarta since the 1970s, Mitch is fluent in Spanish and deeply connected to the local community. He served as City Health Officer of Long Beach and Medical Director for LA County’s Community Health Services, overseeing major public health programs. Mitch has also held board roles with the Shanti Foundation and AIDFOR AIDS International. His passion, empathy, and deep expertise will help strengthen and guide VGCC’s medical and wellness initiatives.