Arthur Altajeros, BS

Community Health Worker

Joined AIRnyc in 2022. Arthur grew up in the Philippines and graduated from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila. With a background in occupational therapy, he brings clinical experience in pediatrics, adult physical and psychiatric dysfunctions, and community-based rehabilitation. He is passionate about research and has conducted qualitative research on the effects of natural disasters on children from an underserved community in the Philippines, where he saw firsthand the need for and impact of on-the-ground community-based healthcare and community advocacy. He is fluent in Tagalog, Hiligaynon, and Cebuano. Outside of work, Arthur juggles his time between reading books, tending to his plants, hanging out with friends, traveling, and playing video games online. He loves a challenge and is determined to do his best in everything he does.