When Louisiana’s first perinatal mental health unit opened in 2024, it was Burgos who oversaw strategies for communications, public relations, events and marketing. It marked the first mental health unit in the state dedicated solely to treating pregnant and postpartum women who struggle with mental health issues. Previously, she was involved in the move to Woman’s new hospital campus in 2012, and she developed Woman’s first pregnancy app in 2014 before apps were more commonly used.
Personal motto:
“Get comfortable being uncomfortable, because that is when the biggest change and growth happens.”
How I got my start:
I started my career in sports—completing a full-time marketing and communications internship with USA Luge in Lake Placid, New York, during the Torino Olympic Games.
Quirky talent:
An odd (sometimes spooky) intuition