Ximena Vargas is a bilingual Spanish/English Certified Orthotist and prosthetic resident for Hanger Clinic in Alsip, Illinois.

As a clinician, Ximena has focused her clinical training and professional development on pediatric care and health equity, with a strong commitment to empowering young patients and supporting families through every stage of treatment. She is passionate about working with children and families. Ximena completed her orthotic residency at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, where she gained extensive experience in pediatric orthotic management across a range of diagnoses.

As a native Spanish speaker, Ximena is a strong advocate for Spanish-speaking patients and families. She is committed to advancing culturally competent care and health literacy in the field, contributing to the Spanish translation of a clinical outcome measure, OPRO-M. In 2023, she also participated in a clinical prosthetic outreach trip to Mexico, providing services and education to underserved communities — an experience that deepened her dedication to global health and pediatric outreach.

Ximena enjoys building trusting, collaborative relationships with the children and families she serves. She brings empathy, energy, and clinical expertise to each interaction, working to ensure every child has the tools and support they need to thrive.

Education

• Master in Prosthetics and Orthotics, University of Washington