Our Alumni Have Gone On to 40 of the Top 50 U.S. MD Programs (and DO, PA, Nursing, etc.)
And to 16 of the top 20
And keep in mind MD programs only accept <150 students annually, on average. And not only have our alumni been admitted to 40 of the top 50 U.S. MD programs, but also 20 (of these 40) U.S. MD programs are in the top 50 medical schools on the planet, which is home to 7.6 billion patients but only 2,600 medical schools (including the U.S.’s 155 MD + 37 DO medical schools). Even though few students attend them, what’s learned and researched in these top U.S. MD programs disproportionally affects all of humanity. It’s a good thing our alumni have a lot of energy, because there’s a lot to get done. Our hope is that our alumni will love their profession so much that they’ll never retire.
| Top 50 MD Programs (Ranked) |
Atlantis Alumni? |
MD Admit Rate |
Known For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | Yes | 4% | 10 Nobel Prizes, Smallpox Vaccine |
| New York University (Grossman) |
No | 2% | 4 Nobel Prizes |
| Duke University | Yes | 4% | 3 Nobel Prizes |
| Columbia University | Yes | 4% | 5 Nobel Prizes |
| Stanford University | Yes | 2% | 8 Nobel Prizes |
| University of California – San Francisco |
Yes | 4% | 6 Nobel Prizes |
| Johns Hopkins University |
Yes | 7% | 22 Nobel Prizes |
| University of Washington |
Yes | 5% | 4 Nobel Prizes |
| University of Pennsylvania (Perelman) |
No | 5% | 4 Nobel Prizes, Oldest US Medical School |
| Yale University | No | 6% | 4 Nobel Prizes |
| Mayo Clinic School of Medicine (Alix) |
Yes | 3% | Served every US president since Abraham Lincoln |
| Washington University in St. Louis |
Yes | 8% | 19 Nobel Prizes |
| University of Pittsburgh |
Yes | 5% | 2 Nobel Prizes |
| Vanderbilt University | No | 6% | 2 Nobel Prizes |
| Northwestern University (Feinberg) |
Yes | 6% | 3 Nobel Prizes |
| University of Michigan – Ann Arbor |
Yes | 5% | 2 Nobel Prizes |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai |
Yes | 5% | 1 Nobel Prize, First Blood Tranfusion |
| University of Chicago (Pritzker) |
Yes | 4% | 1 Nobel Prize |
| Cornell University (Weill) |
Yes | 4% | 1 Nobel Prize, Dr. Fauci’s alma mater |
| University of California – San Diego |
Yes | 4% | 8 Nobel Prizes |
| U. of California – Los Angeles (Geffen) |
No | 3% | 1 Nobel Prize |
| Baylor College of Medicine |
Yes | 5% | First Coronary Bipass |
| Emory University | Yes | 3% | First & only to treat US Ebola patients |
| University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill |
Yes | 4% | 2 Nobel Prizes |
| Case Western Reserve University |
Yes | 7% | 5 Nobel Prizes |
| U. of Texas Southwestern Medical Center |
Yes | 8% | 6 Nobel Prizes, basic mechanism of cholesterol metabolism |
| University of Colorado |
No | 3% | First human liver transplant |
| University of Maryland |
Yes | 6% | Discovery that HIV causes AIDS |
| Oregon Health & Science University |
No | 5% | Renowned for primary care, rural & family medicine |
| University of Southern California (Keck) |
Yes | 5% | Research leader in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s |
| University of Virginia |
Yes | 12% | 3 Nobel Prizes, Discovery of LGL Leukemia |
| University of Alabama – Birmingham |
Yes | 6% | Invention of the endoscope |
| Boston University | Yes | 6% | 1 Nobel Prize |
| Ohio State University |
No | 5% | First robot-assisted heart bypass & live-streamed surgery |
| University of Wisconsin – Madison |
Yes | 6% | “Mohs” surgery to treat skin cancer |
| Brown University (Alpert) |
Yes | 3% | 1 Nobel Peace Prize |
| University of Florida |
Yes | 5% | First regenerative bio envelope |
| University of Rochester |
No | 6% | 3 Nobel Prizes |
| Albert Einstein College of Medicine |
Yes | 4% | First Genetics Department in US |
| University of Iowa (Carver) |
Yes | 7% | Fourteen faculty in the National Academy of Medicine |
| University of Utah |
Yes | 6% | 1 Nobel Prize, First artificial heart implant |
| Indiana University – Indianapolis |
Yes | 10% | World’s First DNA Bank |
| University of Cincinnati |
Yes | 8% | Polio Vaccine |
| University of Minnesota |
No | 6% | Alumni considered “Fathers” of Immunology & Oncology |
| Dartmouth College (Geisel) |
Yes | 3% | First clinical x-ray and first ICU |
| University of Massachusetts – Worcester |
Yes | 9% | 1 Nobel Prize |
| University of Miami (Miller) |
Yes | 4% | Groundbreaking research to cure paralysis |
| University of California – Davis |
Yes | 4% | Co-founder of Total-body PET Scanner |
| University of California – Irvine |
Yes | 4% | 1 Nobel Prize |
| University of South Florida |
Yes | 7% | First 3D-printed nasal swabs |
What You’ll See Below
In the below 150+ profiles with pictures, you’ll see Atlantis alumni in 40 of the top 50 U.S. MD programs, including 16 of the top 20, although there is a a wide range of schools below, and our alumni are at even more programs than these. Although Atlantis is more than 15 years old, we mostly picked recent admits to MD (or other) programs, and such students mostly participated on Atlantis a few years ago (2017, 2018, 2019). For many alumni you can expand (click the lens) to read or watch something about Atlantis from that alum. Also, down further below, you’ll also find DO, PA, and other health tracks. After 150+ profiles with pictures, you can also read about 100 more text-only testimonials. When you see the below, keep in mind that Atlantis is designed to contribute to what Med/PA schools want, which is part of the reason it can impact applications and also impact interviews.
Some of our Alumni in MD Programs
John Daines
- Atlantis '17
- Brigham Young University '19
- Washington U. in St. Louis MD '23
Zoey Petitt
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Arizona '18
- Duke MD '23
Zoey Petitt
Hungary ’17 || University of Arizona (undergraduate) ’18
Completed Atlantis Program Location and Date:
Hungary, Summer 2017
Do you believe your Atlantis experience helped you get into your graduate program?
I believe it was very helpful.
Generally, why do you think Atlantis helped you get into your graduate program?
For me, my Atlantis experience played a key role in confirming my decision to go into medicine. This was important for me to discuss during the admissions process.
Specifically, did you talk about Atlantis in your interviews?
Yes
Yong-hun Kim
- Atlantis '17
- Stanford '19
- Mayo Clinic MD '24
Yong-Hun Kim
Budapest, Hungary ’17 || Stanford University
Program:
Budapest, Hungary – Winter 2017
Undergraduate:
Stanford University class of 2019
Major:
Computer Science
Honors:
Bio-X Grant (award for research)
Undergraduate Activities:
President and Founder of Stanford Undergraduate Hospice and Palliative Care, Volunteer for Pacific Free Clinic, Research Assistant in Wernig Pathology Lab, President of Hong Kong Student Association, violin performance
Describe Atlantis in three words:
Eye-opening. Spontaneous. Exhilarating.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
I chose the Atlantis program because it combines opportunities to shadow physicians and travel abroad, both of which I had little prior exposure to.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
My favorite experience as an Atlantis participant came in the stories exchanged over meals or excursions and the breadth of conversation that reflected the diversity of backgrounds within our cohort and site managers.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
I appreciated the chance to speak with physicians in Budapest and hear their personal motivations for pursuing medicine because it really helped better contextualize and validate my own interest in medicine. The physicians were also just really welcoming, relatable, and down-to-earth people.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
The Atlantis program has equipped me with a better understanding of what a career in medicine looks like, which I think is an invaluable gift considering the long road ahead of those who aspire to be a physician.
How has Atlantis equipped you for active leadership in the medical field?
The ability to interact and empathize with patients of diverse backgrounds and communities is a necessity to be a leader in the medical field. I think the Atlantis program, through my interactions with mentors and their patients, has helped me take my first steps toward attaining the cultural vocabulary and literacy required of a physician.
Megan Branson
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Montana '19
- U. of Washington MD '24
Sarah Emerick
- Atlantis '19
- Eckerd College '20
- Indiana U. MD '25
Faizah Shareef
- Atlantis '16
- UMiami '16
- BU MD '21
Tiffany Hu
- Atlantis '16
- U. of Maryland '17
- U. of Michigan MD '22
Tiffany Hu
Tereul, Spain ’16 || U Michigan Medical School
Program:
Teruel, Spain – Summer 2016
Undergraduate:
University of Maryland class of 2017
Admitted medical student at:
University of Michigan Medical School
Major:
Neurobiology
Honors:
Honors Integrated Life Sciences Program, Banneker/Key Scholarship
Extracurricular Activities:
American Medical Student Association Co-President & Advocacy Day Liaison, Alternative Breaks Experience Leader, Health Professions Advising Office Student Advisory Board, Biology Teach Assistant, Health Leads, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, NIH Research Intern, Physicians for Social Responsibility Environment & Health Intern
Describe Atlantis in Three Words:
Educational. Eye-opening. Exhilarating.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
I wanted to expand my horizons and understand a culture of health different from the ones I am accustomed to. I had shadowed doctors in the United States and Taiwan prior to my Atlantis program experience, and being able to see first-hand the healthcare system in Spain allowed me to draw comparisons between the different complex healthcare systems.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
Bonding with the other participants and celebrating our time together along with the doctors we shadowed. We would discuss our interests, passions, and motivation for medicine, and it was an incredible experience to learn from and alongside them.
What was your experience with the doctors you were shadowing?
Because of the pre-established relationships with the hospitals in which we shadowed, all the doctors were very welcoming and accommodating. They were willing to translate for us and explain in detail all of their medical decisions. My doctors and I had wonderful conversations about the differences between life in Spain vs. the United States.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
I was excited to scrub in on surgeries and watch as the doctor explained what he was doing throughout the operation. Before and after surgeries, as well as in my other rotations, I observed how the doctors reassured and communicated with their patients. I was able to glean insight into differences between the experience of health in Spain versus the United States through observation as well as conversations with the doctors.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
Besides the wealth of medical knowledge I gained from shadowing the doctors, I challenged myself to step outside of my cultural comfort zone and explore more than I thought I was capable of. Atlantis allowed me to make connections with people from all around the United States and abroad, and the friendships I gained helped me learn so much more than I would have on my own.
Lauren Cox
- Atlantis '18
- Louisiana Tech '20
- U. of Arkansas MD '24
Lauren Cox
Libson, Portugal ’18 || Louisiana Tech
Completed Atlantis Program Location(s):
Lisbon, Portugal
Year of most recent program:
Fall ’17 – Summer ’18
Season of most recent program:
Summer
Do you believe your Atlantis experience helped you get into your graduate program?
Extremely helpful
Generally, why do you think Atlantis helped you get into your graduate program?
It exposed me to shadowing that was hard to come by in the states. It also gave me a chance to see other systems of healthcare.
Specifically, did you talk about Atlantis in your interviews? If so, how much relative to other topics?
Yes – they wanted to know about my experience, and specifically how the healthcare I saw in another country compared to what I had seen in the USA.
Kayla Riegler
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Kentucky '20
- U. of Kentucky MD '24
Azan Virji
- Atlantis '17
- Yale '17, Yale MPH '19
- Harvard Medical School MD '23
Azan Virji
Athens, Greece ’17 || Yale School of Public Health & Harvard Medical School
Program:
Athens, Greece – winter 2017
Undergraduate:
Yale College class of 2017
Major:
Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology/Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases
Honors:
Eben T. and Jokichi Takamine Memorial Scholarship; Science, Technology and Research Scholar, Yale Global Health Scholar
Extracurricular Activities:
Yale Office of International Students and Scholars, Yale Admissions Office, Partners in Health Engage, Yale College Council, Leadership Institute, Yale Ivy Council
Why did you choose Atlantis?
In an increasingly globalized world, skilled and trained doctors are needed everywhere especially in under resourced countries. My long-term goal is to work in the filed of healthcare and practice medicine on a global scale. With this path in mind, I decided to do the Atlantis program to gain exposure to another healthcare system, understand the nuances of how culture affects health, and to make comparisons in the healthcare I have witnessed in Tanzania and the United States of America.
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis is unique because it provides full immersion not only into the hospital environment, but into the country as well from the very first day. You’re in the hospital alongside doctors who are well-versed in English, who are experts in your field, and who are willing to help teach you and explain different medical concepts. The program is also committed to helping you explore the country and make the most of your experience.
Describe Atlantis in three words:
Educational. Breath-taking. Immersive.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
While working at the hospital, we were invited to the weekly Greek dance practice that some of the doctors and hospital staff have every Thursday. Being able to partake in the Greek cultural dance followed by sitting in a large circle and talking about our experiences was when I felt the vibrant warmth of the Greeks – like I was part of a family. Additionally, visiting the numerous temples in Greece made me appreciate all the history that Greece had to offer and made the experience even more memorable.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
I really enjoyed being able to sit down with the doctors and ask them questions not just about the medical field but also about the different aspects of the healthcare system. Learning about how the hospital finances its activities, how the economy has affected healthcare in Greece, and the differences between public and private hospitals made the shadowing experience a more enriching and well-rounded one.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
The Atlantis program has provided me with a different outlook on global health. I am now able to draw on examples from the different healthcare systems I have seen to know what works well and what doesn’t. In the future, I can implement some of what I have learned to better a health system in a resource-limited environment. I now also have a deeper sense of appreciation for the role culture plays in the health of the population.
How has your thinking of active leadership in the medical field been shaped?
To be an active leader in the medical field, one must have a strong drive to succeed and to take charge. By working in a public hospital and seeing the great need that exists, the Atlantis program has instilled in me the motivation to help others and contribute to the scientific improvement of people’s health. Additionally, watching doctors in Greece, who are renowned in their field, work at public hospitals for less pay has inspired me to follow in their footsteps and commit to a life of service in the medical field.
Nick Tucker
- Atlantis '16
- Notre Dame '17
- Case Western MD '21
Nicholas Tucker
La Plata, Argentina || Case Western Reserve School of Medicine
Program:
La Plata, Argentina
Undergraduate:
The University of Notre Dame class of 2017
Major:
Neuroscience and Behavior
Honors:
Stamps Scholar, ND Monogram Club
Extracurricular Activities:
Student Athletic Trainer, Memory Lab Research, Student Assistant for the Alliance for Catholic Education, Singer/Songwriter and Guitarist
Describe Atlantis in Three Words:
Insightful. Humbling, Life-Changing.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
The Atlantis program offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to combine my passions for medicine and Spanish. This was the only opportunity I could find that would allow me to improve these two areas concurrently while still being an undergraduate so that I could open up the amount of people I can serve in the future.
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis is very in touch with the evolving world that we live in. Having the ability to understand different cultures and languages is more important today than ever before, especially in the medical field. Doctors have an obligation to not only know about the various backgrounds of their patients but also to have the ability to connect with them–which only comes with full exposure into different cultures and a desire to appreciate and learn about both our similarities and differences.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
The best part of the Atlantis program was the day-to-day interactions I had with the Argentine people, whether in the hospital, at the hotel, or even out to eat at the local restaurants. The people of La Plata were so welcoming to us, and I am still in contact today with many of the people I met.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
I truly enjoyed being able to witness how compassionate the doctors and residents were at the hospital. They gave every patient their full attention and time to make sure that they were cared for to the best of their ability, despite the constraints with which they had to deal. I also was inspired by the neurosurgeries I was able to witness, which have helped me discern what I want to do with my future in medicine.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
I walked away from the experience knowing a lot more about various medical fields (pediatrics, surgery, etc.), increasing my Spanish fluency dramatically, and learning an abundant amount about the dynamic culture that exists in Argentina.
Future plans?
I plan to attend medical school, and am already accepted.
Lauren Howser
- Atlantis '16
- IU Bloomington '18
- Indiana U. MD '22
Lauren Howser
Athens, Greece ’16 || Indiana University School of Medicine
Program:
Athens, Greece, Summer 2016
Undergraduate:
Indiana University class of 2018
Major:
Supply Chain Management, Pre-med
Honors:
Hutton Honors College, Business Honors Program, Founder’s Scholar
Extracurricular Activities:
Hutton Honors Council Association Pre-Health Council, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Timmy Global Health, Alpha Phi Sorority
Describe Atlantis in Three Words:
Breath-taking. Exploration. Life-changing.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
I choose to participate in Atlantis because it was the perfect balance between learning and exploring. I was dying to travel abroad, and this opportunity gave me the ability to experience Greece while shadowing in amazing hospitals.
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis offers an experience unlike any other because of the planning and research that has gone into the program. It was so organized and the excursions allowed us as participants to get a real feel of the culture.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
Having the opportunity to be in the operation room for multiple surgeries from lung tumor removal to knee replacement was my absolute favorite part of the program. It solidified my desire to be a doctor even more than I thought was possible.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
Interacting with the doctors was the most meaningful aspect because they had so much knowledge and advice to offer. They were truly excited for the participants to shadow them and to get the opportunity to teach us about their career.
What are your post-grad plans?
I plan to attend medical school and enroll in a MD/MBA program where I can pursue my passions for both business and medicine.
How has Atlantis equipped you for active leadership in the medical field?
The Atlantis program gave me the confidence and desire to actively pursue a leadership position in the medical field. Being in the hospital setting really showed me how big of a responsibility and leadership role the doctors take in their everyday work.
Matthew Kessenich
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Connecticut '16
- Uniformed Services U. MD '24
Briana Heinly
- Atlantis '18
- Susquehanna U. '20
- Penn State MD '24
Snow Nwankwo
- Atlantis '19
- Catholic U. of America '21
- Georgetown U. MD '26
George Bugarinovic
- Atlantis '16
- Johns Hopkins '15
- Harvard Medical School MD '20
George Bugarinovic
Toledo, Spain, ’16 || Harvard Medical School
Program:
Toledo, Spain – Spring 2016
Current Education:
Medical student at Harvard Medical School
Undergraduate:
Johns Hopkins class of 2015
Major:
Public Health, Natural Sciences
Honors:
Graduated with University Honors, elected into Delta Omega National Public Health Honor Society, Robert H. Scott Award, Dean of Student Life Award: Christopher B. Elser Award, Dean of Student Life Award: JHU Class of 1979 Scholarship
Extracurricular Activities:
Varsity basketball, Stowers Institute for Medical Research assistant, University of Kansas Molecular Biology Research Assistant, medical interpreter, volunteer at the Maryland School for the Blind
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis unites clinical observation, volunteering opportunity, and international exploration into a single entity.
Describe Atlantis in Three Words:
Exploratory. Insightful. Galvanizing.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
The entire package: spending time with students with similar goals, learning from physicians in a significantly different healthcare system, and soaking in a brand new culture along the way.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
The most meaningful and memorable aspect of my time shadowing in Toledo had to do with an especially close bond I developed with a physician in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). She cared about my learning as much or more than any doctor I had previously worked with. To this day, I remember the clinical expertise and interpersonal aptitude she conveyed.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
I believe that highlighting the Atlantis experience significantly bolstered my candidacy and helped lead to numerous eventual [medical school] acceptances I was fortunate enough to receive.
Having been through the entire application process, I can now confidently say that the Atlantis experience would have been a tremendous asset throughout the cycle. Whether it was juxtaposing different healthcare models, witnessing a captivating medical procedure, meeting an extraordinary physician, or being deeply moved by a patient’s heartwarming story, the extended clinical shadowing experience offered by Atlantis provides fantastic opportunities for prospective health students in a variety of interests. I am very glad to have had the chance to broaden my medical and cultural horizons with Atlantis before beginning medical school.
Alexandra Roper
- Atlantis '17
- IU Bloomington '16
- Indiana U. MD '22
Alexandra Roper
Ferrol, Spain ’17 || Indiana University School of Medicine
Program:
Ferrol, Spain – Winter 2017
Undergraduate:
Indiana University – Bloomington class of 2016
Major:
Biochemistry, Biology, Spanish
Future Plans:
I have been accepted at University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine as well as Indiana University School of Medicine.
Honors:
Indiana University Founders Scholar, Department of Chemistry Honor Roll, College of Arts & Sciences Executive Dean’s List, the Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society Member, Department of Spanish and Portuguese Ashley Crouse Memorial Scholarship Winner, Hutton Honors College Hutton International Experiences Program Grant Winner, Phi Eta Sigma and Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society, Cum Laude Academic Distinction
Extracurricular Activities:
Personal Trainer/YogaFit/Les Mills Group Exercise Instructor, Peer Mentorship, Hutton Honors College Council Association Chairman of Philanthropy, EMS First Aid volunteer, research assistant, Café Hispano Spanish Conversation Club, personal tutor, Epiphany Modeling Troupe, Ophthalmic Technician and Scribe
Describe Atlantis in Three Words:
Insightful. Inspiring. Incredible.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
My goal for my gap year was to seek reputable opportunities that would allow me to travel, practice speaking Spanish, and work directly with patients. Atlantis offered a unique combination of prestige from the competitive admissions process, complete cultural immersion, and diverse experiences shadowing in multiple hospital departments. It also allowed me to be adventurous and have fun exploring a new country and its culture. This combination made Atlantis the best choice for me.
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis facilitates the opportunity for participants to experience the lifestyle of physicians in their assigned country. In my experience, participants serve in smaller, less international cities where they shadow in the hospital for several hours. This provides a realistic perspective on what it would be like to be a physician in that department. This insight will guide me as I enter medical school and select a specialty for my career.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
The friendships I made along the way. I worked with other amazing participants, my site director was like my second mom, I made great connections with the doctors I shadowed, and I even got to know some local people. I will forever value the shared experiences I have with each person who helped make my experience unforgettable.
What are your post-grad plans?
I graduated in May of 2016, and since then I have worked in an ophthalmology practice as a technician and scribe. I arranged my time so I would have opportunities to shadow and do research in the United States and overseas. I will be matriculating into medical school in the fall of 2017.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
Atlantis diversified my clinical experiences by showing me four new areas of medicine. It also exposed me to Spanish language in a medical context (although language skills were not required), which makes me an asset to Spanish-speaking populations. Furthermore, it gave me perspective about the lifestyle of a doctor and informed me about the functionality of a system with universal healthcare.
Huzeifa Gulamhusein
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Houston '18
- U. Texas RGV MD '24
Saira Alex
- Atlantis '17
- UT Dallas '18
- Baylor MD '22
Saira Alex
Barcelona, Spain ’17 || Baylor College of Medicine
Program:
Barcelona, Spain – Summer 2017
Undergraduate:
University of Texas at Dallas Class of 2018
Major:
Neuroscience
Honors:
Member of Phi Kappa Phi, recipient of the Memorial Hermann Hospital Academic Scholarship
Extracurricular Activities:
Molecular Neuroscience Research, Indian Classical Dance at Sreepadam School of Arts, President of UTD Molding Doctors
Describe Atlantis in 3 words:
Educational. Memorable. Influential
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis underlines the social components involved in healthcare, and I returned back home with a greater appreciation for Spain and universal healthcare. Additionally, the program allows you to nurture lasting relationships with your physician mentors and colleagues.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
My favorite experience was watching orthopedic surgeries. I don’t think I’ll ever forget the enthusiastic surgeon using mallets and drills during the knee replacement surgery. Or maybe, it was unexpectedly falling in love with the orthopedic specialty. Or maybe, it was making lifelong friends and admiring the Sagrada Familia with them. It really is hard to choose just one favorite experience.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
My most meaningful experience was shadowing the chief neurologist. Observing his style of practicing medicine made me realize the importance of being a humble educator. Patients were thankful for the time he took to explain the procedures–to resolve their doubts, and that is something I hope to emphasize in my future practice.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
Atlantis has given me an in-depth exposure to the areas of healthcare where I lacked understanding. I’m also thankful for improving my Spanish communication abilities during those three weeks abroad. A command for the Spanish language aids in serving the patient population of Texas.
Tory Prynn
- Atlantis '16
- ASU '17
- U. of Arizona MD '21
Tory Prynn
Talavera de la Reina, Spain ’16 ||University of Arizona College of Medicine
Program:
Talavera de la Reina, Spain – Winter 2016
Undergraduate:
Arizona State University class of 2017
Major:
Global Health
Honors:
Dean’s List, Presidential Scholarship, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Student Leader 2016
Extracurricular activities:
Omega Phi Alpha, American Medical Women’s Association, Project Sunshine, Devils’ Advocates (ASU Tour Guides), ASU Miracles
Describe Atlantis in three words:
Medicine. Culture. Amazing.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
I chose Atlantis because it would allow me to explore my two greatest passions: travel and medicine. I am very interested in learning about different systems of healthcare and learning how culture impacts health, so I was excited about the opportunity to see how the healthcare system functioned in Spain and to put my years of Spanish classes to good use. I was also of course interested in the opportunity to shadow many different specialties. I had never shadowed a physician before, so it was all exciting and new for me!
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis allows students to see healthcare systems in different countries and how they function differently than in the U.S. It also gives students the opportunity to see many different medical specialties.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
I had the chance to shadow a pediatric neurologist and was able to see many different cases and learn a lot about what it means to treat the child and take care of the family at the same time. I really bonded with the physician I shadowed, which made this a wonderful experience.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
The most meaningful aspect of my time shadowing in the hospital was getting to learn about the Spanish healthcare system and being able to learn from all of the doctors. As it was my first time shadowing, I didn’t really know what to expect, but I was able to learn so many different and important aspects about the day-to-day lives of physicians.
How has the Atlantis program helped equip you for the future?
It gave me needed experience in a healthcare setting and showed me that I was working toward the right goal for myself. It broadened my passion for medicine and for learning how culture impacts healthcare.
Atlantis taught me how to be independent and how to ask questions without hesitation. I learned that sometimes I need to be assertive, but there are also times when I should just listen and learn about what is going on around me.
Hannah Kennedy
- Atlantis '17
- Kent State U. '17
- U. Toledo MD '22
Hannah Kennedy
Almansa, Spain || Kent State University
Program:
Almansa, Spain
Undergraduate:
Kent State University class of 2017
Major:
Biology, Pre-med
Honors:
Trustee Scholarship, Honor’s Merit Scholarship, Sharon Sigel Memorial Scholarship, Panhellenic Council Individual Academic Excellence Award, Provost’s leadership Academy Scholarship, President’s List, Dean’s List
Extracurricular Activities:
President of Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity, Undergraduate Research Assistant, volunteer at the local University Hospital Portage Medical Center, member of Alpha Phi Fraternity, University Tutor in the Academic Success Center
Describe Atlantis in three words:
Affirming, Inspirational, Once-in-a-lifetime.
Why did you choose Atlantis?
I chose Atlantis because I wanted to experience healthcare that was different from our own while being able to have an impactful study abroad experience. As a pre-med student there aren’t many opportunities to go abroad. As this was one of my main goals coming into college, I wanted to experience it as well as continue to develop myself as an aspiring physician overseas.
How is Atlantis unique?
Atlantis is unique in that it provides you with the opportunity to a doorway of diversity, culture, and a lifetime of memories, all while learning new things and experiencing a different side to medicine. Atlantis not only allows you to learn in a hospital, but it also places you in the most beautiful places in locations they know you will thrive and thoroughly enjoy.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
Every day during my week I got to spend all day side by side physicians who were committed to teaching me and allowing me to experience as much as I possibly could. The physicians there truly cared about my development as a physician and took me in as one of their own immediately. They would always stop in the middle of a case and teach me the ins and outs of a presentation as well as walked me through the personal aspect of patient interaction. The knowledge, compassion, and appreciation I came out of this experience with was definitely the most meaningful aspect of my time in Hospital Público General De Almansa.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
My favorite experience as an Atlantis participant was being immersed in this experience as a team with the other participants. I made lifelong connections with the other seven students I was with in Almansa. Whether it was catching lunch during a break at the hospital, grabbing coffee before walking over together, discussing what we learned over dinner at the local Almansa Cafe, or adventuring through the town, I know that one day I can call them as a colleague and a friend and they will always be there.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
Atlantis has been instrumental in reaching my goals in becoming a physician such that it deepened values of teamwork, independence, and diversity within myself. It also affirmed the notion without an ounce of a doubt that becoming a physician is what I want to spend the rest of my life doing–that all of the hard work is worth it because I will one day be doing something that does not feel like a job.
Ana Maria Dumitru
- Atlantis '09
- UNC Chapel Hill '10
- Dartmouth MD-PhD '19
Synthia Lay
- Atlantis '17
- UCLA '17
- USC MD '22
Nathan Ewing-Crystal
- Atlantis '17
- Yale '19
- UCSF MD '23
Cyrus Buckman
- Atlantis '18
- Earlham College '18
- Stanford MD '24
Christina Ambrosino
- Atlantis '17
- Johns Hopkins '19
- Johns Hopkins MD '24
Julia Carter
- Atlantis '16
- Washington State U '17
- U Washington MD '24
Gillian Kane
- Atlantis '17
- GWU '18
- U. of Pittsburgh MD '24
Sarah Niehaus
- Atlantis '17
- Brown '19
- Brown MD '24
Allison Gomez
- Atlantis '17
- UC Santa Barbara '19
- UCSF MD '24
Lily McCarthy
- Atlantis '17
- Yale '20
- Mount Sinai MD '24
Haleigh Ferro
- Atlantis '18
- College of Charleston '20
- Johns Hopkins MD '24
Quinn Johnson
- Atlantis '17
- Carleton College '19
- Mayo Clinic MD '24
Jagjeet Gill
- Atlantis '19
- Washington State '18
- U. of Washington MD '24
Erik Rabin
- Atlantis '19
- Northwestern U. '20
- Northwestern U. MD '24
Alayna Barela
- Atlantis '17
- BU '19
- Brown MD '24
Isaiah Brown
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Kentucky '19
- U. of Chicago MD '25
Kaitlyn Julian
- Atlantis '18
- NYU '20
- UCSF MD '25
Connor Grant
- Atlantis '17
- UC Davis '18
- UC San Diego MD '22
Kimberly Wang
- Atlantis '17
- Johns Hopkins '17
- Mayo Clinic MD '23
Rebecca Baron
- Atlantis '18
- CUNY Macaulay Honors College '18
- Mount Sinai MD '23
Emily Mello
- Atlantis '17
- BYU '19
- Cornell MD '24
Selena Pasadyn
- Atlantis ‘16
- Harvard ‘16
- Cleveland Clinic MD ‘21
Maria Vigil
- Atlantis '17
- Notre Dame '18
- Baylor MD '22
Milyard Assefa
- Atlantis '18
- ECSU '19
- UVA MD '25
Paola Ortega
- Atlantis '18
- BU '20
- BU MD '25
Sivani Reddy
- Atlantis '17
- UAB '17
- UAB MD '21
Victoria Yagodinski
- Atlantis '17
- Marian U. '18
- Indiana U. MD '23
Holly Ryan
- Atlantis '17
- Oakland U. '17
- UF MD '24
Alina Mitchell
- Atlantis '18
- UCLA '20
- Albert Einstein MD '24
Collin Chase
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Miami '18
- USF MD '24
Jordan Eisner
- Atlantis '18
- UC Berkeley '19
- UC Davis MD '24
Lauren Haley
- Atlantis '17
- UT Austin '20
- U. Texas McGovern MD '24
Cendal Atkins
- Atlantis '18
- Spelman '20
- Tufts MD '24
Amanda Kuhn
- Atlantis '17
- CMU '17
- Georgetown U. MD '24
Toni Madorsky
- Atlantis '19
- Vanderbilt '19
- U. of Illinois MD '25
Alexa Tomlak
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Alabama '19
- Thomas Jefferson MD '24
Kathryn Cavallo
- Atlantis '17
- Columbia '18
- GWU MD '22
Nicholas Safian
- Atlantis '18
- Princeton '17
- Thomas Jefferson MD '22
Janine Baldino
- Atlantis '16
- NC State '15
- UNC Chapel Hill MD '21
Joe Jackson
- Atlantis '15
- Auburn U. '16
- Baylor MD '20
Anagha Deshpande
- Atlantis '18
- ASU '20
- Mayo Clinic MD '24
Margaret Downes
- Atlantis '17
- UVA '20
- Mount Sinai MD '25
Nicole Piercy
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Richmond '19
- Rutgers MD '23
Avneet Chadha
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Michigan Ann Arbor '18
- Thomas Jefferson MD '23
Adelina Lane
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Arizona '18
- U. of Arizona MD '23
Emily Shores
- Atlantis '18
- Clemson U. '19
- U. of South Carolina MD '24
John DeStefano
- Atlantis '19
- The Citadel '20
- MUSC MD '24
Kayla Eboreime
- Atlantis '17
- UT Austin '19
- U. Texas M.B. MD '23
Olivia Federico
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Kansas '21
- U. of Kansas MD '25
Rebecca Early
- Atlantis '17
- U. of South Carolina '20
- U. of South Carolina MD '24
James Dugan
- Atlantis '17
- BYU '19
- U. of Washington MD '23
William DeVries
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Kansas '19
- U. of Kansas MD '24
Matthew Bagby
- Atlantis '19
- Wake Forest U. '21
- U. of Kansas MD '25
Mikhaila Layshock
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Pittsburgh '20
- U. of Pittsburgh MD '25
Lara LePore
- Atlantis '18
- UMD '20
- UMD MD '25
Lauren Diercks
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Kansas '20
- UT Southwestern Medical Center MD '24
Isabelle Kiefaber
- Atlantis '17
- Cornell '19
- UT Southwestern Medical Center MD '24
Emily Chu
- Atlantis '17
- UConn '19
- UConn MD '23
Thomas Caldwell
- Atlantis '17
- Washington and Lee U. '18
- UVA MD '22
Lauren Dunavant
- Atlantis '17
- UGA '18
- UVA MD '22
Caleb Hood
- Atlantis '18
- Auburn U. '19
- UAB MD '24
Sabrina Fleege
- Atlantis '18
- Edgewood College '18
- UW Madison MD '24
Allan Sosa-Ebert
- Atlantis '17
- Johns Hopkins '18
- BU MD '23
Alison Cline
- Atlantis '17
- JSU '18
- UAB MD '23
Paxton Peacock
- Atlantis '18
- Auburn University '20
- UAB MD '24
Michaela Carrier
- Atlantis '17
- UMass Dartmouth '17
- BU MD '22
Kerry Farlie
- Atlantis '17
- Princeton '19
- UF MD '24
Katelyn Paulsen
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Arizona '19
- U. Iowa MD '24
Alison Cunningham
- Atlantis '18
- Creighton U. '19
- U. Iowa MD '23
Athena Konicki
- Atlantis '17
- UCLA '18
- Albert Einstein MD '22
Justin Campbell
- Atlantis '18
- USU '18
- U. of Utah MD '23
Brandon Wilde
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Central Arkansas '17
- U. of Utah MD '24
Leah Bode
- Atlantis '18
- Notre Dame '21
- Indiana U. MD '25
Grace Scharf
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Dayton '21
- UC MD '25
Augusto Roca
- Atlantis '17
- Notre Dame '20
- UC MD '24
Aastha Pokharel
- Atlantis '19
- UMass Amherst '19
- UMass MD '25
Beau Mansker
- Atlantis '18
- Indiana U. '20
- Indiana U. MD '25
Mateo Cardona Mejia
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Miami '20
- U. of Miami MD '24
Mary Van Schaick
- Atlantis '17
- Scripps College '19
- MCW MD '23
Marissa Vander Missen
- Atlantis '18
- Notre Dame '21
- Indiana U. MD '25
Alexander Pai
- Atlantis '19
- UC Irvine '20
- UC Irvine MD '24
Elizabeth Botto
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Rochester '18
- USF MD '25
Jonathan Trout
- Atlantis '17
- BYU '19
- U. Texas S.A. MD '24
Amira Ishag-Osman
- Atlantis '18
- U. of Chicago '20
- Tufts MD '25
Gaspar Pina Jr
- Atlantis '18
- UT Austin '21
- U. Texas McGovern MD '25
Avi Patel
- Atlantis '17
- UConn '19
- Tufts MD '23
Benjamin Pradell
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Delaware '20
- Thomas Jefferson MD '24
Nalin John
- Atlantis '17
- UIUC '18
- U. of Illinois MD '22
Aleena Dar
- Atlantis '18
- Rutgers - Newark '20
- Rutgers NJSM MD '24
Angeline Rivkin
- Atlantis '17
- UC San Diego '17
- U. of Illinois MD '23
Clara Farrehi
- Atlantis '17
- Haverford '20
- Thomas Jefferson MD '24
Madison Fraser
- Atlantis '18
- Columbia '19
- Hofstra U. MD '23
Molly Wallace
- Atlantis '17
- Northeastern '18
- Thomas Jefferson MD '25
Johnathan Beldin
- Atlantis '17
- Notre Dame '18
- U. of Illinois MD '23
Nancy Elise Venter
- Atlantis '17
- Penn State '19
- Temple U. MD '23
Adam Loeser
- Atlantis '17
- UNC Chapel Hill '18
- Temple U. MD '24
Neil Al-Saidi
- Atlantis '18
- Michigan State U. '20
- Central Michigan U. MD '24
I believe that highlighting the Atlantis experience significantly bolstered my candidacy and helped lead to numerous eventual [medical school] acceptances I was fortunate enough to receive. Whether it was juxtaposing different healthcare models, witnessing a captivating medical procedure, meeting an extraordinary physician, or being deeply moved by a patient’s heartwarming story, the extended clinical shadowing experience offered by Atlantis provides fantastic opportunities for prospective health students in a variety of interests. I am very glad to have had the chance to broaden my medical and cultural horizons with Atlantis before beginning medical school.
Some of Our Alumni in PA Programs
Kelsie Krahenbuhl
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Utah '15
- U. of Charleston PA '21
Caroline Wells
- Atlantis '18
- Appalachian State University '19
- Emory University PA '23
Reena Patel
- Atlantis '17
- UT Austin '19
- UNT HSC PA ’23
Justine Blide
- Atlantis '18
- San Diego State '18
- UC Davis PA '23
Esten Walker
- Atlantis '18
- UNC Chapel Hill '19
- Hofstra U. PA '23
Aaron Phillips
- Atlantis '14
- UC Santa Barbara '16
- Yale PA '23
Kaizeen Badshah
- Atlantis '18
- UIUC '19
- Emory PA '23
Michala Peltak
- Atlantis '18
- U. of New England '18
- Tufts PA '22
Brianna Hackbarth
- Atlantis '18
- Texas A&M '19
- Bethel U. PA '22
Some of Our Alumni in DO Programs
Audrey Barkeloo-Carter
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Tennessee '21
- Lincoln Memorial DO '25
Megan Parod
- Atlantis '18
- UIUC '19
- Marian University DO '23
Daniel Human
- Atlantis '17
- Cal State U. Chico '19
- Pacific Northwest U. DO '24
Daniel Human
Trieste, Italy ’17 || Cal State University, Chico
Program:
Trieste, Italy, Winter 2017
Undergraduate:
University of California, Chico State class of 2019
Major:
Biology
Honors:
Honors program, Dean’s List, Senator of Chico State, National Honor Society
Extracurricular Activities:
Backpacking, hiking, camping, running, boxing
Describe Atlantis in Three Words:
Organized. Resourceful. Prepared.
What was your favorite experience as an Atlantis participant?
I really enjoyed my time shadowing in the cardiology department and learning about the Italian approach to healthcare as compared to ours in the United States.
What was the most meaningful aspect of your time shadowing?
In Italian culture, patient interaction is much more intimate and compassionate. This is something that I definitely want to include in the way that I treat patients during my future career as a doctor. This was a really valuable thing to learn and an aspect that I will always incorporate in my patient care.
How has Atlantis helped equip you for the future?
Along with learning about healthcare, through the Atlantis program I developed connections with several other pre-medical students.
I was exposed to a different approach to medicine – both the good and the bad of it. I was allowed to see parts of patient care that I had never seen before.
Mikaela Williams
- Atlantis '17
- U. of South Florida '18
- Lake Erie DO '23
Marichelle Pita
- Atlantis '18
- Lehman '15
- NYITCOM DO/MBA/MS '23
Danielle Lehman
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Delaware '19
- Rowan SOM DO '24
Some of Our Alumni in Public Health, Dental, Nursing, and Other Healthcare Programs
Mallory Rickett
- Atlantis '19
- U. of Oklahoma '21
- Rosenberg School of Optometry OD '25
Scarlett Bergam
- Atlantis '18
- Brown '20
- Brown MPH '21
Jackson Mace
- Atlantis '19
- U Delaware '20
- Johns Hopkins PhD '25
Lyndsey McLain
- Atlantis '18
- UNC Chapel Hill '19
- UPenn MPH '21
DeYante Prince
- Atlantis '18
- Morehouse '20
- Boston University MPH '22
Madeleine Burkholder
- Atlantis '17
- Taylor University '19
- SLU MPH '22
Jordyn Britton
- Atlantis '19
- Howard U. '21
- Johns Hopkins MPH '23
Niarah Russell
- Atlantis '17
- Spelman '20
- Johns Hopkins MSN '22
Claudia Fernandez Perez
- Atlantis '19
- UMiami '21
- Johns Hopkins MHS '22
Matthew Wittstein
- Atlantis '17
- U. of Delaware '19
- UConn DMD '23
Rachel Perkins
- Atlantis '18
- Furman University '21
- Georgetown MS Global Health '23
Jennifer Bachar
- Atlantis '18
- U. Maryland '14
- Emory University PA '21
Atlantis is an opportunity of a lifetime…The program helped catapult me to a full-tuition (and generous living stipend!) merit scholarship at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine where I currently attend and will graduate with an MD.
Selena Pasadyn
Atlantis ‘16
Harvard ‘16, Cleveland Clinic MD ‘21
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Watch Video: 20+ Alumni Now in Med/PA School Explain: Atlantis Is a Major Reason I Got in Here
This video includes over 20 Alumni, using their own phones, talking on their own terms about Atlantis and why it helped to get them where they are now. Notice how med/PA school interviewers often asked these alumni about the uniqueness of their experience comparing healthcare systems, and notice how these alumni believe these conversations in interviews helped them get in to medical/PA schools. Note that you may have seen several of these alumni speaking, if you played them in the alumni profiles section above.
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Written Testimonials Below: Read Almost 100 From Alumni and Others
In addition to the ones above (inside of several alumni profiles), there are almost 100 more written testimonials below. Read alumni, university administrator, and parent testimonials to get to know the program from all different perspectives. Also, we can connect you with one of our pre-health alumni, for either a video call, phone call, or just an email exchange.
Student Testimonials
I had an incredible experience during my program. I learned so much about the daily routine of doctors in various specialties, while also building new relationships and getting perspective on a new culture.
Kyle
Torun Atlantis ‘19
University of Connecticut
I loved Atlantis. It was the best experience of my life. I met so many people and doctors that strongly impacted my life. If I had a little doubt about being a doctor, Atlantis scooped that away. I am one hundred percent sure that I am going to be a doctor and I will work hard to achieve it.
Leslye
Huesca Atlantis '18
University of Texas San Antonio
Atlantis provided me with an amazing shadowing experience. I was able to experience international healthcare in the best way possible. I think every pre-med or healthcare student should take part in an Atlantis program as it provides an amazing cultural experience that will be helpful in their future careers. The excursion was an added bonus that gave our group a chance to get to know each other and bond before the shadowing began.
Rebecca B.
Patras Atlantis '20
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences ‘18
I believe that highlighting the Atlantis experience significantly bolstered my candidacy and helped lead to numerous eventual [medical school] acceptances I was fortunate enough to receive.
George Bugarinovic
Atlantis '16
Johns Hopkins '15, Harvard Medical School '20
Atlantis is an opportunity of a lifetime…The program helped catapult me to a full-tuition (and generous living stipend!) merit scholarship at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine where I currently attend and will graduate with an MD.
Selena Pasadyn
Atlantis ‘16
Harvard ‘16, Cleveland Clinic MD ‘21
It was the best experience of my life. I remember standing in the OR and saying to myself “I don’t care how long it takes, how hard it will be or how much money it will cost. I’m going to become a doctor.” I have told all my friends that are pre-med that they need to do this. Not only did I have an amazing time in the hospital but I also made friends that will last a lifetime.
Matthew
Athens Atlantis '19
University of Illinois Chicago
Atlantis provided the richest pre-med experience I’ve had to date, and I’m so thankful to have had this opportunity. I would go back and do it 100 times over!
Youssef
Turin Atlantis ‘19
Rice University
I was blown away by the experience I had. I would recommend it to anyone who is on the fence about going to medical school or stopping.
Bren
Burgos Atlantis '18
University of Arizona
My Atlantis trip to Spain was the best trip I have ever been on. Between shadowing some of the kindest and wisest doctors I have ever met, to making new friends, to traveling the world on weekends, Atlantis gave me the trip of a lifetime.
Adelia
Cuenca Atlantis '20
Lipscomb University
It was honestly one of the best experiences of my life. I was able to learn so much about the medical field from the hospital, and I was able to have an amazing time exploring Viana and making life-long friends.
Devin
Viana do Castelo Atlantis '19
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Participating in Atlantis was truly one of the best decisions I could have made for my career. I learned so much and got to observe procedures that would be nearly impossible to observe in the United States. Going on the program solidified my desire to go to medical school and gave me confidence in the direction of my career.
Erin
Thessaloniki Atlantis ‘19
Wright State University
My trip to Merida has changed my life. The opportunities provided by Atlantis are nearly unattainable elsewhere. The program has made me confident in myself and my future.
Eva
Mérida Atlantis '19
University of California Davis
This program was the best thing I could have ever done. I was shown so many different specialties and feel I am so much more confident in going into medicine after this program.
Kerstin
Rome Atlantis '19
Hunter College CUNY
Atlantis was one of the best decisions I made as a pre-med student. I got to see medicine in action so close-up, and I never would have received that opportunity in the USA. I am truly thankful to Atlantis for helping me confirm that I am on the right path.
Sadana
Zaragoza Atlantis '19
George Washington University
The experience I gained through Atlantis was truly incredible and I don’t believe I could have gotten it anywhere else. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be able to participate in the Atlantis program.
Abraham
Toledo Atlantis '18
Cornell University
It was the best first-hand clinical observational experience that I don’t think could really be offered in the US. It was real life, in my face experience. I’ve shadowed and volunteered in Hospitals before but I’ve never been in an OR or seen surgery performed with my own eyes. It was a very unique experience.
Keren
Barbastro Atlantis '19
George Mason University
It was an incredible experience from start to finish. I learned tons and gained valuable experience in a hospital. Not just that, I made incredible friendships along the way.
Damian
Milan Atlantis '19
Moravian University
Atlantis was the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded, driven people who have become my lifelong friends. Atlantis also reminded me why I want to become a doctor and helped fuel my passion for medicine.
Elena
Bologna Atlantis '19
Wisconsin University
I loved this fellowship! I am so grateful for this opportunity and for everyone that made it possible.
Abigail
Cascais Atlantis '19
I was able to learn things not only about medicine but also about myself and the world we live in. I discovered the specific path of medical education I was to pursue and do not believe I would have done so without this program.
Abigale
Budapest Atlantis ‘19
University of New Mexico
I believe that Atlantis has truly [proven] my dedication and determination to become a doctor, and I believe that it will definitely do the same for many others.
Adonnis
Vilnius Atlantis ‘19
Saint Elizabeth University
The experiences I got to have through Atlantis are like none other. For me, this trip solidified that I am on the right path and that becoming a medical professional is exactly what I want to do.
Amanda
Trento Atlantis '19
University at Albany
It was the closest I could be to being a doctor/surgeon without being one. It is definitely an eye-opener and an experience every pre-med student should experience.
Amit S.
Lisbon Atlantis '19
Polytechnic State University
It gave me an experience that I will never forget! It confirmed my interest in the medical field and gave me a push in the right direction.
Ashley
Vigo Atlantis '19
I would recommend this because it is a great experience if you are applying for medical school, but also to grow as a person. I made so many new friends and had so many amazing experiences that I will never forget.
Ashley
Padua Atlantis '19
University of Mississippi
Every moment of my program was amazing! Getting the chance to shadow in my preferred specialty was so inspiring and motivated me to further strive to become a cardiothoracic surgeon.
Bouthiana
Coimbra Atlantis '19
Marshall University
This is an amazing opportunity for those wanting to see which specialties they may be interested in. You will find out if that is the path to focus on or not.
Carmen
Talavera de la Reina Atlantis '18
Loma Lima University
Atlantis has given me the opportunity to experience and obtain knowledge that I would not be able to gain in a regular classroom setting. The program also helped to remind me of my medical ambitions, regain confidence in myself, and focus on my pre-med journey.
Courtney
Zagreb Atlantis '19
Mount Royal University
This was truly an unforgettable experience. I enjoyed every second in the hospital. This fellowship was that last push and motivation I needed to continue my career in the medical field.
Elaine
Pontevedra Atlantis '19
University of Missouri Columbia
The Atlantis Fellowship has given me a broader perspective on the field of healthcare. The program has also brought wonderful people into my life.
Elorm Yevudza
Atlantis '16
Amherst College '19, Columbia '24
It was an amazing, eye-opening experience to get to learn about the medical profession in another country. It allows you to fully understand how different things could be and how other countries go about performing healthcare. You also get the chance to meet so many new and wonderful people that I will be forever grateful for. It is an experience of a lifetime.
Erin
Larissa Atlantis '19
Northwest Ohio University of Kentucky
Atlantis allowed me to step outside of my comfort zone and immerse myself in a culture that I would probably have never done if it wasn’t for this program. I learned so much about a different healthcare system and was able to confirm that medicine is what I want to do in the future. The program is a perfect mix of being able to explore a foreign country while also helping you to achieve your future goal of being a doctor.
Erin
Mantua Atlantis '19
University of Notre Dame
It was the best shadowing and the best foreign experience I’ve ever had. A must for any pre-med student with travel fever or an interest in foreign medicine.
Fermin
Madrid Atlantis '19
University of Colorado at Boulder
You will be able to immerse yourself into a culture you’re unfamiliar with… and feel like a local. Look at body language and nonverbal signs and tones in the patients you meet, rather than the words they’re speaking.
Frank
Trieste Atlantis '19
Rice University
Atlantis opened my eyes to how healthcare, education, families, and much more operate in other countries. The diversity of our group allowed me to make friends that live all over the country, and we all walked away from our 6 weeks with a newfound respect for medicine, as well as a better understanding of what we may want our future careers to look like.
Gabrielle G.
Rijeka Atlantis ‘19
UVA ‘25
I absolutely loved my experience. My site managers did an amazing job giving us a real authentic Italian experience and were also very helpful with any questions we had. My group overall was fantastic, and it really made the trip that much better. I am so happy to have been able to see a different kind of healthcare system and use what I’ve learned in the hospital in my future career in medicine.
Hannah
Pavia Atlantis '19
Savannah State University
I loved it!! Would definitely recommend it to a friend. It is such a wonderful opportunity to be exposed to healthcare in another country. The doctors and medical staff are super friendly and love to be teaching you.
Jillian
Teruel Atlantis '18
Bates College
Overall, it was an experience that will help anyone who wants to pursue a degree in medicine. This experience will be one that not only will help me with getting into medical school but will help me become a better doctor. It will give me more of an understanding of the medical systems for those who live in different countries and the different techniques that physicians use.
Kaylen
Genoa Atlantis '19
Texas Tech University
This program definitely fueled my motivation to become a doctor.
Liliana
Valladolid Atlantis '19
College of the Canyons
Atlantis is a great way to immerse yourself in the medical field. Not only do you get to explore a new country, but learn more about healthcare itself. It was an amazing opportunity to compare healthcare firsthand. In addition, rotating specialties each week truly helps those who are unsure of which area of medicine they want to pursue.
Lindsay
Sibenik Atlantis ‘19
Eastern Michigan University
I would strongly recommend Atlantis to a friend… the trip was very well planned out, from excursions to our daily routine of going to the hospital. Also, I had the best experience at the hospital. I never would have expected to be able to see surgeries firsthand. All around, this program was amazing in every aspect.
Mattaya
Bergamo Atlantis '19
Wilfrid Laurier University
I loved rotating within the different departments and seeing a variety of procedures and patient encounters. Our site manager was also amazing throughout the entire program. He was always available and wanted to ensure that we had the best possible experience during our time in Hungary.
Prachi
Székesfehérvár Atlantis ‘19
UT Austin
Atlantis was an incredible experience. I was challenged to think about things that I had not thought of before about being a doctor. My love for my desired specialty was enhanced through Atlantis. I will always have a little bit of Spain with me wherever I go.
Rachel
Ponferrada Atlantis '18
Furman University
It was an unbelievable experience in which I learned so much about myself, medicine, and the kind of doctor I want to be.
Sabrina
Ourense Atlantis '19
University of Wyoming
Atlantis is an incredible experience that everyone should be able to have. The shadowing showed me incredible cases that really piqued my interest and made me think deeper into the field of medicine.
Shane
Tarragona Atlantis '19
University of Georgia
It is a great opportunity to be part of a clinical environment and also engage in different cultures. Thank you for the unforgettable memory and life-changing experience.
SoYoung
Puertollano Atlantis '19
Cornell University
I have no doubt that I will forever remember this experience. Outside of the enriched clinical component, I learned a great deal about myself while immersed in a culture so different from the one I have grown accustomed to.
Sydney
Calatayud Atlantis '19
Hope College
Overall it was an incredible experience to help me feel confident that I want to become a surgeon!
Taylor
Villarrobledo Atlantis '18
Utah State University
[Atlantis] allows one to experience a different part of the world, which can change a person’s perspective of culture and people in general.
Wendy
Belgrade Atlantis ‘19
MCPHS University
Shadowing the doctors in a hospital setting was a valuable experience and made me realize how much I want to be a doctor in the future.
Wynne
Manresa Atlantis '19
It was an amazing experience that was life-changing and has motivated me to work twice as harder to one day become a physician myself.
Alexa
Alcazar de San Juan Atlantis '19
University of South Florida
It was an amazing experience. I learned so much from this program. It made me finalize my decision on if I want to be a doctor or not.
Alexander
Almada Atlantis '18
Rochester Institute of Technology
Best fellowship opportunity ever, I couldn’t imagine missing out on this experience!
Alyssa
Albacete Atlantis '19
Drury University
Any doubt about my drive to practice medicine has been diminished. I want more of my friends who are pursuing this career to experience what I’ve just accomplished.
Rodney
Cáceres Atlantis '18
University of Georgia
It’s a truly wonderful and life-changing experience. You come out of the project with so much knowledge that you wouldn’t have imagined at the beginning.
Rene
Almansa Atlantis '17
Saint Martin's University
It’s a rare, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Truly an eye-opening opportunity that I can’t get anywhere else. This program makes me want to become a doctor even faster!
Sharon
Ferrol Atlantis '19
University of La Verne
This experience changed my life and I want it to help others. I loved it and would do it again!
Mallorca Atlantis '18
University of the Sciences
It was an amazing experience that shaped my perspective of the world. The experience overall helped motivate me and made it clear that I wanted to study medicine.
Veronica
Figueres Atlantis '19
I was following residents and doctors in Trauma and Orthopedics and was able to observe surgeries ranging from total shoulder replacements to spinal surgeries… I knew then and there I wanted to be in the place of those surgeons one day, working hard to better a patient’s quality of life through amazing surgical techniques and cutting-edge medical technology.
Emily Milesi
Ferrol, Spain 2018
Sonoma State University
We pre-meds go to study abroad fairs and are disappointed because none of the options are a fit for us since they don’t include the classes we need. I might have taken 5 brochures out of 200 programs at the fair, because none of them offer upper-level classes that fit a pre-med schedule, like physics, organic chemistry etc.
Nicole C.
Atlantis ‘20
Lehigh University ‘21
It’s hard as a pre-medical student to stand out from every other pre-medical student out there, especially when it comes to experiences before medical school. When I decided to travel across the world to shadow abroad, I knew I was helping myself stand out from the crowd. What I didn’t know was how deep my love for traveling would be and how deep my love for the people I met on my journey would be.
Michaela Dews
Viana do Castelo, Portugal 2017
Harvard University
In a world where networks are invaluable, I will cherish the relationships I had with the doctors I shadowed at Hospital El Bierzo. Many offered me their emails so that I can ask them questions or to be references for future applications. It meant so much to me that they wanted to invest in my future beyond my three weeks as a Fellow.
Hannah Perkins
Ponferrada, Spain 2018
Furman University
I met amazing people and saw incredible things shadowing in the hospital. I am very thankful for this experience and would recommend it to everyone!
Julia
Barcelona Atlantis '19
University of Miami
I had an incredible experience during my program. I learned so much about the daily routine of doctors in various specialties, while also building new relationships and getting perspective on a new culture.
Kyle
Torun Atlantis ‘19
University of Connecticut
I loved Atlantis. It was the best experience of my life. I met so many people and doctors that strongly impacted my life. If I had a little doubt about being a doctor, Atlantis scooped that away. I am one hundred percent sure that I am going to be a doctor and I will work hard to achieve it.
Leslye
Huesca Atlantis '18
University of Texas San Antonio
Atlantis provided me with an amazing shadowing experience. I was able to experience international healthcare in the best way possible. I think every pre-med or healthcare student should take part in an Atlantis program as it provides an amazing cultural experience that will be helpful in their future careers. The excursion was an added bonus that gave our group a chance to get to know each other and bond before the shadowing began.
Rebecca B.
Patras Atlantis '20
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences ‘18
I believe that highlighting the Atlantis experience significantly bolstered my candidacy and helped lead to numerous eventual [medical school] acceptances I was fortunate enough to receive.
George Bugarinovic
Atlantis '16
Johns Hopkins '15, Harvard Medical School '20
Atlantis is an opportunity of a lifetime…The program helped catapult me to a full-tuition (and generous living stipend!) merit scholarship at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine where I currently attend and will graduate with an MD.
Selena Pasadyn
Atlantis ‘16
Harvard ‘16, Cleveland Clinic MD ‘21
It was the best experience of my life. I remember standing in the OR and saying to myself “I don’t care how long it takes, how hard it will be or how much money it will cost. I’m going to become a doctor.” I have told all my friends that are pre-med that they need to do this. Not only did I have an amazing time in the hospital but I also made friends that will last a lifetime.
Matthew
Athens Atlantis '19
University of Illinois Chicago
Atlantis provided the richest pre-med experience I’ve had to date, and I’m so thankful to have had this opportunity. I would go back and do it 100 times over!
Youssef
Turin Atlantis ‘19
Rice University
I was blown away by the experience I had. I would recommend it to anyone who is on the fence about going to medical school or stopping.
Bren
Burgos Atlantis '18
University of Arizona
My Atlantis trip to Spain was the best trip I have ever been on. Between shadowing some of the kindest and wisest doctors I have ever met, to making new friends, to traveling the world on weekends, Atlantis gave me the trip of a lifetime.
Adelia
Cuenca Atlantis '20
Lipscomb University
It was honestly one of the best experiences of my life. I was able to learn so much about the medical field from the hospital, and I was able to have an amazing time exploring Viana and making life-long friends.
Devin
Viana do Castelo Atlantis '19
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Participating in Atlantis was truly one of the best decisions I could have made for my career. I learned so much and got to observe procedures that would be nearly impossible to observe in the United States. Going on the program solidified my desire to go to medical school and gave me confidence in the direction of my career.
Erin
Thessaloniki Atlantis ‘19
Wright State University
My trip to Merida has changed my life. The opportunities provided by Atlantis are nearly unattainable elsewhere. The program has made me confident in myself and my future.
Eva
Mérida Atlantis '19
University of California Davis
This program was the best thing I could have ever done. I was shown so many different specialties and feel I am so much more confident in going into medicine after this program.
Kerstin
Rome Atlantis '19
Hunter College CUNY
Atlantis was one of the best decisions I made as a pre-med student. I got to see medicine in action so close-up, and I never would have received that opportunity in the USA. I am truly thankful to Atlantis for helping me confirm that I am on the right path.
Sadana
Zaragoza Atlantis '19
George Washington University
The experience I gained through Atlantis was truly incredible and I don’t believe I could have gotten it anywhere else. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be able to participate in the Atlantis program.
Abraham
Toledo Atlantis '18
Cornell University
It was the best first-hand clinical observational experience that I don’t think could really be offered in the US. It was real life, in my face experience. I’ve shadowed and volunteered in Hospitals before but I’ve never been in an OR or seen surgery performed with my own eyes. It was a very unique experience.
Keren
Barbastro Atlantis '19
George Mason University
It was an incredible experience from start to finish. I learned tons and gained valuable experience in a hospital. Not just that, I made incredible friendships along the way.
Damian
Milan Atlantis '19
Moravian University
Atlantis was the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded, driven people who have become my lifelong friends. Atlantis also reminded me why I want to become a doctor and helped fuel my passion for medicine.
Elena
Bologna Atlantis '19
Wisconsin University
I loved this fellowship! I am so grateful for this opportunity and for everyone that made it possible.
Abigail
Cascais Atlantis '19
I was able to learn things not only about medicine but also about myself and the world we live in. I discovered the specific path of medical education I was to pursue and do not believe I would have done so without this program.
Abigale
Budapest Atlantis ‘19
University of New Mexico
I believe that Atlantis has truly [proven] my dedication and determination to become a doctor, and I believe that it will definitely do the same for many others.
Adonnis
Vilnius Atlantis ‘19
Saint Elizabeth University
The experiences I got to have through Atlantis are like none other. For me, this trip solidified that I am on the right path and that becoming a medical professional is exactly what I want to do.
Amanda
Trento Atlantis '19
University at Albany
It was the closest I could be to being a doctor/surgeon without being one. It is definitely an eye-opener and an experience every pre-med student should experience.
Amit S.
Lisbon Atlantis '19
Polytechnic State University
It gave me an experience that I will never forget! It confirmed my interest in the medical field and gave me a push in the right direction.
Ashley
Vigo Atlantis '19
I would recommend this because it is a great experience if you are applying for medical school, but also to grow as a person. I made so many new friends and had so many amazing experiences that I will never forget.
Ashley
Padua Atlantis '19
University of Mississippi
Every moment of my program was amazing! Getting the chance to shadow in my preferred specialty was so inspiring and motivated me to further strive to become a cardiothoracic surgeon.
Bouthiana
Coimbra Atlantis '19
Marshall University
This is an amazing opportunity for those wanting to see which specialties they may be interested in. You will find out if that is the path to focus on or not.
Carmen
Talavera de la Reina Atlantis '18
Loma Lima University
Atlantis has given me the opportunity to experience and obtain knowledge that I would not be able to gain in a regular classroom setting. The program also helped to remind me of my medical ambitions, regain confidence in myself, and focus on my pre-med journey.
Courtney
Zagreb Atlantis '19
Mount Royal University
This was truly an unforgettable experience. I enjoyed every second in the hospital. This fellowship was that last push and motivation I needed to continue my career in the medical field.
Elaine
Pontevedra Atlantis '19
University of Missouri Columbia
The Atlantis Fellowship has given me a broader perspective on the field of healthcare. The program has also brought wonderful people into my life.
Elorm Yevudza
Atlantis '16
Amherst College '19, Columbia '24
It was an amazing, eye-opening experience to get to learn about the medical profession in another country. It allows you to fully understand how different things could be and how other countries go about performing healthcare. You also get the chance to meet so many new and wonderful people that I will be forever grateful for. It is an experience of a lifetime.
Erin
Larissa Atlantis '19
Northwest Ohio University of Kentucky
Atlantis allowed me to step outside of my comfort zone and immerse myself in a culture that I would probably have never done if it wasn’t for this program. I learned so much about a different healthcare system and was able to confirm that medicine is what I want to do in the future. The program is a perfect mix of being able to explore a foreign country while also helping you to achieve your future goal of being a doctor.
Erin
Mantua Atlantis '19
University of Notre Dame
It was the best shadowing and the best foreign experience I’ve ever had. A must for any pre-med student with travel fever or an interest in foreign medicine.
Fermin
Madrid Atlantis '19
University of Colorado at Boulder
You will be able to immerse yourself into a culture you’re unfamiliar with… and feel like a local. Look at body language and nonverbal signs and tones in the patients you meet, rather than the words they’re speaking.
Frank
Trieste Atlantis '19
Rice University
Atlantis opened my eyes to how healthcare, education, families, and much more operate in other countries. The diversity of our group allowed me to make friends that live all over the country, and we all walked away from our 6 weeks with a newfound respect for medicine, as well as a better understanding of what we may want our future careers to look like.
Gabrielle G.
Rijeka Atlantis ‘19
UVA ‘25
I absolutely loved my experience. My site managers did an amazing job giving us a real authentic Italian experience and were also very helpful with any questions we had. My group overall was fantastic, and it really made the trip that much better. I am so happy to have been able to see a different kind of healthcare system and use what I’ve learned in the hospital in my future career in medicine.
Hannah
Pavia Atlantis '19
Savannah State University
I loved it!! Would definitely recommend it to a friend. It is such a wonderful opportunity to be exposed to healthcare in another country. The doctors and medical staff are super friendly and love to be teaching you.
Jillian
Teruel Atlantis '18
Bates College
Overall, it was an experience that will help anyone who wants to pursue a degree in medicine. This experience will be one that not only will help me with getting into medical school but will help me become a better doctor. It will give me more of an understanding of the medical systems for those who live in different countries and the different techniques that physicians use.
Kaylen
Genoa Atlantis '19
Texas Tech University
This program definitely fueled my motivation to become a doctor.
Liliana
Valladolid Atlantis '19
College of the Canyons
Atlantis is a great way to immerse yourself in the medical field. Not only do you get to explore a new country, but learn more about healthcare itself. It was an amazing opportunity to compare healthcare firsthand. In addition, rotating specialties each week truly helps those who are unsure of which area of medicine they want to pursue.
Lindsay
Sibenik Atlantis ‘19
Eastern Michigan University
I would strongly recommend Atlantis to a friend… the trip was very well planned out, from excursions to our daily routine of going to the hospital. Also, I had the best experience at the hospital. I never would have expected to be able to see surgeries firsthand. All around, this program was amazing in every aspect.
Mattaya
Bergamo Atlantis '19
Wilfrid Laurier University
I loved rotating within the different departments and seeing a variety of procedures and patient encounters. Our site manager was also amazing throughout the entire program. He was always available and wanted to ensure that we had the best possible experience during our time in Hungary.
Prachi
Székesfehérvár Atlantis ‘19
UT Austin
Atlantis was an incredible experience. I was challenged to think about things that I had not thought of before about being a doctor. My love for my desired specialty was enhanced through Atlantis. I will always have a little bit of Spain with me wherever I go.
Rachel
Ponferrada Atlantis '18
Furman University
It was an unbelievable experience in which I learned so much about myself, medicine, and the kind of doctor I want to be.
Sabrina
Ourense Atlantis '19
University of Wyoming
Atlantis is an incredible experience that everyone should be able to have. The shadowing showed me incredible cases that really piqued my interest and made me think deeper into the field of medicine.
Shane
Tarragona Atlantis '19
University of Georgia
It is a great opportunity to be part of a clinical environment and also engage in different cultures. Thank you for the unforgettable memory and life-changing experience.
SoYoung
Puertollano Atlantis '19
Cornell University
I have no doubt that I will forever remember this experience. Outside of the enriched clinical component, I learned a great deal about myself while immersed in a culture so different from the one I have grown accustomed to.
Sydney
Calatayud Atlantis '19
Hope College
Overall it was an incredible experience to help me feel confident that I want to become a surgeon!
Taylor
Villarrobledo Atlantis '18
Utah State University
[Atlantis] allows one to experience a different part of the world, which can change a person’s perspective of culture and people in general.
Wendy
Belgrade Atlantis ‘19
MCPHS University
Shadowing the doctors in a hospital setting was a valuable experience and made me realize how much I want to be a doctor in the future.
Wynne
Manresa Atlantis '19
It was an amazing experience that was life-changing and has motivated me to work twice as harder to one day become a physician myself.
Alexa
Alcazar de San Juan Atlantis '19
University of South Florida
It was an amazing experience. I learned so much from this program. It made me finalize my decision on if I want to be a doctor or not.
Alexander
Almada Atlantis '18
Rochester Institute of Technology
Best fellowship opportunity ever, I couldn’t imagine missing out on this experience!
Alyssa
Albacete Atlantis '19
Drury University
Any doubt about my drive to practice medicine has been diminished. I want more of my friends who are pursuing this career to experience what I’ve just accomplished.
Rodney
Cáceres Atlantis '18
University of Georgia
It’s a truly wonderful and life-changing experience. You come out of the project with so much knowledge that you wouldn’t have imagined at the beginning.
Rene
Almansa Atlantis '17
Saint Martin's University
It’s a rare, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Truly an eye-opening opportunity that I can’t get anywhere else. This program makes me want to become a doctor even faster!
Sharon
Ferrol Atlantis '19
University of La Verne
This experience changed my life and I want it to help others. I loved it and would do it again!
Mallorca Atlantis '18
University of the Sciences
It was an amazing experience that shaped my perspective of the world. The experience overall helped motivate me and made it clear that I wanted to study medicine.
Veronica
Figueres Atlantis '19
I was following residents and doctors in Trauma and Orthopedics and was able to observe surgeries ranging from total shoulder replacements to spinal surgeries… I knew then and there I wanted to be in the place of those surgeons one day, working hard to better a patient’s quality of life through amazing surgical techniques and cutting-edge medical technology.
Emily Milesi
Ferrol, Spain 2018
Sonoma State University
We pre-meds go to study abroad fairs and are disappointed because none of the options are a fit for us since they don’t include the classes we need. I might have taken 5 brochures out of 200 programs at the fair, because none of them offer upper-level classes that fit a pre-med schedule, like physics, organic chemistry etc.
Nicole C.
Atlantis ‘20
Lehigh University ‘21
It’s hard as a pre-medical student to stand out from every other pre-medical student out there, especially when it comes to experiences before medical school. When I decided to travel across the world to shadow abroad, I knew I was helping myself stand out from the crowd. What I didn’t know was how deep my love for traveling would be and how deep my love for the people I met on my journey would be.
Michaela Dews
Viana do Castelo, Portugal 2017
Harvard University
In a world where networks are invaluable, I will cherish the relationships I had with the doctors I shadowed at Hospital El Bierzo. Many offered me their emails so that I can ask them questions or to be references for future applications. It meant so much to me that they wanted to invest in my future beyond my three weeks as a Fellow.
Hannah Perkins
Ponferrada, Spain 2018
Furman University
I met amazing people and saw incredible things shadowing in the hospital. I am very thankful for this experience and would recommend it to everyone!
Julia
Barcelona Atlantis '19
University of Miami
I had an incredible experience during my program. I learned so much about the daily routine of doctors in various specialties, while also building new relationships and getting perspective on a new culture.
Kyle
Torun Atlantis ‘19
University of Connecticut
I loved Atlantis. It was the best experience of my life. I met so many people and doctors that strongly impacted my life. If I had a little doubt about being a doctor, Atlantis scooped that away. I am one hundred percent sure that I am going to be a doctor and I will work hard to achieve it.
Leslye
Huesca Atlantis '18
University of Texas San Antonio
Atlantis provided me with an amazing shadowing experience. I was able to experience international healthcare in the best way possible. I think every pre-med or healthcare student should take part in an Atlantis program as it provides an amazing cultural experience that will be helpful in their future careers. The excursion was an added bonus that gave our group a chance to get to know each other and bond before the shadowing began.
Rebecca B.
Patras Atlantis '20
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences ‘18
63 Testimonials
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I would have never been able to have such an amazing opportunity in America, the way I did in Italy…The Atlantis program taught me so many things that are helping towards my path in becoming a PA, and I know it can help other students as well.
Marietta M.
Atlantis ‘18
UNC-Charlotte ‘20 (PA)
I could have worked at a hospital in New Jersey to get patient contact hours for PA school, but I thought that the Atlantis program would set me apart from other PA school applicants because I would be able to bring such unique experiences to whatever graduate school I go to.
Marlayna Salvesen
Atlantis '20
University of Delaware '20 (PA)
I think that the program holds a lot of value for me in my future career as a nurse. It’s something that helps set me apart from other graduates and has enriched my undergraduate experience.
Theresa R.
Atlantis '18
Linfield College '19 (Nursing)
The experience is amazing regardless if you’re Pre-med or not. The opportunity to see how a different culture’s healthcare system works is an amazing experience and incredibly beneficial.
Kaylee K.
Atlantis '19
University of Iowa '21 (Pre-PT)
After Atlantis, I definitely know in my heart and mind that I want to enter the health field, specifically as a PA.
Alexis M.
Atlantis '20
University of Delaware '20 (PA)
I could have continued working as a nursing assistant for the entire summer but I chose to shadow with Atlantis and it allowed me to see a different side of medicine.
Caroline H.
Atlantis '19
Virginia Tech '20 (Nursing)
I shadowed a PA for 3-weeks in his office, [and] with Atlantis I definitely learned more and was exposed to opportunities that wouldn’t be a possibility in the U.S.
Catherine W.
Atlantis ‘19
Nova Southeastern ‘23 (PA)
I believe that the opportunity that Atlantis gives to students is such an incredible experience that not only allows for professional development within the career but also provides a global viewpoint on healthcare by immersion in a new culture.
Brittany B.
Atlantis '19
University of Oregon '20 (Nursing)
I think this will be very helpful for me in PA School interviews, and it gave me a new respect for my chosen profession.
Adelia B.
Atlantis ‘20
Lipscomb University ‘21 (PA)
This program combined the study abroad experience I wanted with the shadowing experience I needed.
Claire G.
Atlantis '19
LSU '20 (Pre-OT)
I would recommend Atlantis to a friend because it is a great balance for students who want to travel and also gain valuable shadowing experience in another country. I could have shadowed American doctors, studied, and seen friends etc. However, I wanted the cultural experience and I believe it is important for future physicians and nurses to fully understand that healthcare differs depending on the country.
Danielle Hurtado
Atlantis '20
University at Buffalo '22 (Nursing)
[Atlantis] gave me so much knowledge on how to interact with patients and what the day to day life working in healthcare looks like… doing Atlantis sets you apart from other applicants because it shows you are truly interested in learning medicine and are also well rounded, ready to take on adventure, and do well interacting with people that are different from you.
Erika G.
Atlantis ‘17
UNT Health Science Center ‘22 (PA)
I would have never been able to have such an amazing opportunity in America, the way I did in Italy…The Atlantis program taught me so many things that are helping towards my path in becoming a PA, and I know it can help other students as well.
Marietta M.
Atlantis ‘18
UNC-Charlotte ‘20 (PA)
I could have worked at a hospital in New Jersey to get patient contact hours for PA school, but I thought that the Atlantis program would set me apart from other PA school applicants because I would be able to bring such unique experiences to whatever graduate school I go to.
Marlayna Salvesen
Atlantis '20
University of Delaware '20 (PA)
I think that the program holds a lot of value for me in my future career as a nurse. It’s something that helps set me apart from other graduates and has enriched my undergraduate experience.
Theresa R.
Atlantis '18
Linfield College '19 (Nursing)
The experience is amazing regardless if you’re Pre-med or not. The opportunity to see how a different culture’s healthcare system works is an amazing experience and incredibly beneficial.
Kaylee K.
Atlantis '19
University of Iowa '21 (Pre-PT)
After Atlantis, I definitely know in my heart and mind that I want to enter the health field, specifically as a PA.
Alexis M.
Atlantis '20
University of Delaware '20 (PA)
I could have continued working as a nursing assistant for the entire summer but I chose to shadow with Atlantis and it allowed me to see a different side of medicine.
Caroline H.
Atlantis '19
Virginia Tech '20 (Nursing)
I shadowed a PA for 3-weeks in his office, [and] with Atlantis I definitely learned more and was exposed to opportunities that wouldn’t be a possibility in the U.S.
Catherine W.
Atlantis ‘19
Nova Southeastern ‘23 (PA)
I believe that the opportunity that Atlantis gives to students is such an incredible experience that not only allows for professional development within the career but also provides a global viewpoint on healthcare by immersion in a new culture.
Brittany B.
Atlantis '19
University of Oregon '20 (Nursing)
I think this will be very helpful for me in PA School interviews, and it gave me a new respect for my chosen profession.
Adelia B.
Atlantis ‘20
Lipscomb University ‘21 (PA)
This program combined the study abroad experience I wanted with the shadowing experience I needed.
Claire G.
Atlantis '19
LSU '20 (Pre-OT)
I would recommend Atlantis to a friend because it is a great balance for students who want to travel and also gain valuable shadowing experience in another country. I could have shadowed American doctors, studied, and seen friends etc. However, I wanted the cultural experience and I believe it is important for future physicians and nurses to fully understand that healthcare differs depending on the country.
Danielle Hurtado
Atlantis '20
University at Buffalo '22 (Nursing)
[Atlantis] gave me so much knowledge on how to interact with patients and what the day to day life working in healthcare looks like… doing Atlantis sets you apart from other applicants because it shows you are truly interested in learning medicine and are also well rounded, ready to take on adventure, and do well interacting with people that are different from you.
Erika G.
Atlantis ‘17
UNT Health Science Center ‘22 (PA)
I would have never been able to have such an amazing opportunity in America, the way I did in Italy…The Atlantis program taught me so many things that are helping towards my path in becoming a PA, and I know it can help other students as well.
Marietta M.
Atlantis ‘18
UNC-Charlotte ‘20 (PA)
I could have worked at a hospital in New Jersey to get patient contact hours for PA school, but I thought that the Atlantis program would set me apart from other PA school applicants because I would be able to bring such unique experiences to whatever graduate school I go to.
Marlayna Salvesen
Atlantis '20
University of Delaware '20 (PA)
I think that the program holds a lot of value for me in my future career as a nurse. It’s something that helps set me apart from other graduates and has enriched my undergraduate experience.
Theresa R.
Atlantis '18
Linfield College '19 (Nursing)
12 Testimonials
Pre-Health, but not Pre-Med?Faculty & Administrator Testimonials
The program is well-organized and well-staffed, with sufficient resources to accommodate student needs. The housing which we saw was safe and comfortable, in central locations convenient to transportation and to the shadowing sites. Students can also take advantage of the weekly cultural activities and excursions, unique to the various shadowing locations, offered in conjunction with the program.
Karen A. Palin, PhD
Department of Biology
Bates College
The undergraduate students spoke highly of the Atlantis and hospital staff, and the overall intensity of the program. The hospital doctors, residents, nurses, and administration were impressed with the work-ethic of the Atlantis Fellows. Overall, I would highly recommend this program to any students considering medical school or another health-related profession.
Jill Russell
Director of Global Education
Lebanon Valley College
Atlantis programs fill a unique niche in study-abroad offerings that meet the specific needs of pre-health students. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and committed to increasing global exchange in the medical arena.
Jennifer Hood-DeGrenier
Associate Professor of Biology; Chair, Pre-medical Advisory Committee
Worcester State University
I could not have been more impressed with Atlantis, and their staff. I have never before witnessed host hospitals so excited to be working with pre-med students. The quality, combination of experiences, and intention of the program is so evident…Atlantis comes with my highest recommendation, and I look forward to a long working relationship and many student group trips in the future.
Brenna Dunlap
Healthcare Programs Director
Eastern Oregon University
After visiting a few of the sites, and speaking with students, administrators, and participating physicians, I’m very comfortable recommending Atlantis to our students. They are very aware of, and follow, ethical guidelines, which is important for any program our students may choose to go on. It’s a flexible, mutually beneficial way for students to get shadowing experience at the same time as learning about a healthcare system different from their own.
Christine Richmond
Academic Advisor, Pre-Health Advisor
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Florida
During a recent visit to Atlantis sites in Spain, I had the opportunity to visit several clinical locations where students shadow. The clinical facilities were impressive but more impressive was the dedication to teaching that I observed among the clinical staff. This is a high-quality shadowing opportunity that adheres strictly to the AAMC guidelines and provides students with different experiences than they are likely to have in the US.
Karen A. Palin, PhD
Department of Biology
Bates College
I was impressed by the organization of the program and the enthusiastic welcome from the hospitals and physicians. Atlantis is run in an extremely ethical manner, and it is clear that the students have the opportunity to benefit enormously from their experiences. Atlantis provides an ethical and safe opportunity for students to explore their interests in medicine, and to experience health care systems that are different from those in the United States.
Seth J. Ramus, PhD.
Director of Health Professions Advising
Bowdoin College
Pre-health advisors are constantly looking for valuable opportunities to share with our students and this is hands-down one to recommend. As we become a more global society, it is important that students experience global medicine.
Lauren Albaum
Science and Pre-Health Career and Internship Coordinator
Florida Southern College
I visited Atlantis in June, and we traveled to three sites near Madrid, including Zaragoza and Toledo. I think my favorite from a tourist perspective was Toledo, and I also like the housing there for students. From a clinical perspective, I liked Zaragoza, as the doctors there were very accommodating, and it was large with lots of medical specialties. Madrid was also interesting, being a large capital city, and the central point for students when they arrive for their orientation, which was very well planned.
Bill Wingard
Lead Advisor, Career Services Center
UC San Diego
As the Pre-Health Counselor for my university I caution my students to practice the observation based shadowing guidelines recommended by the AAMC especially when traveling overseas. During the trip we talked to physicians and fellows who knew that because this was an Atlantis sponsored trip, they were expected to follow these guidelines and were very excited about the opportunity to work and learn together.
Krysta Diehl
Pre-Health Counseling
Auburn University
This is a fantastic program that provides an immeasurably valuable opportunity for students. Not only because the affiliated medical professionals are exceptionally engaged with the interns, but because the exposure to other cultures and other medical systems is important to being a well-informed, broad-minded physician.
Jana Prikryl
General Science Director, Biology Adviser/ Senior Instructor
University of Oregon
It was reassuring to see how well the experiences are organized, and details are attended to so that students can feel safe, comfortable and welcomed. The hospital site visits were quite helpful as well, and it was clear that students are placed in settings that provide valuable experiences.
Don Batisky, MD
Executive Director, Pre-Health Mentoring Office
Emory University
Atlantis was great to work with and was very professional. […] The hospital was small, so the students had the opportunity to work closely with the healthcare providers. […]. Overall, it was a great experience.
Don Lehman, EdD.
Dept. Medical Laboratory Sciences, Health Profession Advisor, Center for Premedical and Health Professional Studies
University of Delaware
If students can afford it, I highly recommend this experience. There were better opportunities for clinical observations than in many parts of the US. Doctors there are used to having medical students observe patients and procedures during the school year, and during the summer the pre-meds can take their place. And many doctors seemed to welcome the opportunity to have conversations with the US pre-meds…I would highly recommend this experience to any pre-med students.
Bill Wingard
Lead Advisor, Career Services Center
UC San Diego
Working with Atlantis and creating our first customized short-term program for our Pre-med students was very rewarding for me and my students. Atlantis staff is very detail oriented and will make this process as smooth as possible…I am happy with our partnership and I look forward to more ideas and ways to give our pre-med students opportunities to experience hospital shadowing in their field.
Maria J. Richart
Associate Director for International Outreach
Rochester Institute of Technology
Our university had a fantastic experience with Atlantis in Lisbon, Portugal. Our 11 students were able to shadow some major surgeries at their hospital and could easily spend hours talking about their experiences. All of the Atlantis staff were very welcome and helpful, especially our on-site manager—he was always there to lead us around and to troubleshoot. We will definitely be reaching out to Atlantis for future clinical experiences!
Krista Rogers, M.A.
Program Coordinator, Enrichment Programs
University of Connecticut
The opportunities Atlantis has created for our students at the University of Arizona are amazing. With almost 9,000 Pre-Health students, we have a tremendous need for programming and Atlantis has created a niche for these students to not only study abroad, but gain experience shadowing in European hospitals. The students were provided an incredible experience this first summer in Toledo and Zaragoza and we look forward to sending more students on Atlantis programs in the future.
Katie Van Wyk
Study Abroad Coordinator
University of Arizona
The program is well-organized and well-staffed, with sufficient resources to accommodate student needs. The housing which we saw was safe and comfortable, in central locations convenient to transportation and to the shadowing sites. Students can also take advantage of the weekly cultural activities and excursions, unique to the various shadowing locations, offered in conjunction with the program.
Karen A. Palin, PhD
Department of Biology
Bates College
The undergraduate students spoke highly of the Atlantis and hospital staff, and the overall intensity of the program. The hospital doctors, residents, nurses, and administration were impressed with the work-ethic of the Atlantis Fellows. Overall, I would highly recommend this program to any students considering medical school or another health-related profession.
Jill Russell
Director of Global Education
Lebanon Valley College
Atlantis programs fill a unique niche in study-abroad offerings that meet the specific needs of pre-health students. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and committed to increasing global exchange in the medical arena.
Jennifer Hood-DeGrenier
Associate Professor of Biology; Chair, Pre-medical Advisory Committee
Worcester State University
I could not have been more impressed with Atlantis, and their staff. I have never before witnessed host hospitals so excited to be working with pre-med students. The quality, combination of experiences, and intention of the program is so evident…Atlantis comes with my highest recommendation, and I look forward to a long working relationship and many student group trips in the future.
Brenna Dunlap
Healthcare Programs Director
Eastern Oregon University
After visiting a few of the sites, and speaking with students, administrators, and participating physicians, I’m very comfortable recommending Atlantis to our students. They are very aware of, and follow, ethical guidelines, which is important for any program our students may choose to go on. It’s a flexible, mutually beneficial way for students to get shadowing experience at the same time as learning about a healthcare system different from their own.
Christine Richmond
Academic Advisor, Pre-Health Advisor
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Florida
During a recent visit to Atlantis sites in Spain, I had the opportunity to visit several clinical locations where students shadow. The clinical facilities were impressive but more impressive was the dedication to teaching that I observed among the clinical staff. This is a high-quality shadowing opportunity that adheres strictly to the AAMC guidelines and provides students with different experiences than they are likely to have in the US.
Karen A. Palin, PhD
Department of Biology
Bates College
I was impressed by the organization of the program and the enthusiastic welcome from the hospitals and physicians. Atlantis is run in an extremely ethical manner, and it is clear that the students have the opportunity to benefit enormously from their experiences. Atlantis provides an ethical and safe opportunity for students to explore their interests in medicine, and to experience health care systems that are different from those in the United States.
Seth J. Ramus, PhD.
Director of Health Professions Advising
Bowdoin College
Pre-health advisors are constantly looking for valuable opportunities to share with our students and this is hands-down one to recommend. As we become a more global society, it is important that students experience global medicine.
Lauren Albaum
Science and Pre-Health Career and Internship Coordinator
Florida Southern College
I visited Atlantis in June, and we traveled to three sites near Madrid, including Zaragoza and Toledo. I think my favorite from a tourist perspective was Toledo, and I also like the housing there for students. From a clinical perspective, I liked Zaragoza, as the doctors there were very accommodating, and it was large with lots of medical specialties. Madrid was also interesting, being a large capital city, and the central point for students when they arrive for their orientation, which was very well planned.
Bill Wingard
Lead Advisor, Career Services Center
UC San Diego
As the Pre-Health Counselor for my university I caution my students to practice the observation based shadowing guidelines recommended by the AAMC especially when traveling overseas. During the trip we talked to physicians and fellows who knew that because this was an Atlantis sponsored trip, they were expected to follow these guidelines and were very excited about the opportunity to work and learn together.
Krysta Diehl
Pre-Health Counseling
Auburn University
This is a fantastic program that provides an immeasurably valuable opportunity for students. Not only because the affiliated medical professionals are exceptionally engaged with the interns, but because the exposure to other cultures and other medical systems is important to being a well-informed, broad-minded physician.
Jana Prikryl
General Science Director, Biology Adviser/ Senior Instructor
University of Oregon
It was reassuring to see how well the experiences are organized, and details are attended to so that students can feel safe, comfortable and welcomed. The hospital site visits were quite helpful as well, and it was clear that students are placed in settings that provide valuable experiences.
Don Batisky, MD
Executive Director, Pre-Health Mentoring Office
Emory University
Atlantis was great to work with and was very professional. […] The hospital was small, so the students had the opportunity to work closely with the healthcare providers. […]. Overall, it was a great experience.
Don Lehman, EdD.
Dept. Medical Laboratory Sciences, Health Profession Advisor, Center for Premedical and Health Professional Studies
University of Delaware
If students can afford it, I highly recommend this experience. There were better opportunities for clinical observations than in many parts of the US. Doctors there are used to having medical students observe patients and procedures during the school year, and during the summer the pre-meds can take their place. And many doctors seemed to welcome the opportunity to have conversations with the US pre-meds…I would highly recommend this experience to any pre-med students.
Bill Wingard
Lead Advisor, Career Services Center
UC San Diego
Working with Atlantis and creating our first customized short-term program for our Pre-med students was very rewarding for me and my students. Atlantis staff is very detail oriented and will make this process as smooth as possible…I am happy with our partnership and I look forward to more ideas and ways to give our pre-med students opportunities to experience hospital shadowing in their field.
Maria J. Richart
Associate Director for International Outreach
Rochester Institute of Technology
Our university had a fantastic experience with Atlantis in Lisbon, Portugal. Our 11 students were able to shadow some major surgeries at their hospital and could easily spend hours talking about their experiences. All of the Atlantis staff were very welcome and helpful, especially our on-site manager—he was always there to lead us around and to troubleshoot. We will definitely be reaching out to Atlantis for future clinical experiences!
Krista Rogers, M.A.
Program Coordinator, Enrichment Programs
University of Connecticut
The opportunities Atlantis has created for our students at the University of Arizona are amazing. With almost 9,000 Pre-Health students, we have a tremendous need for programming and Atlantis has created a niche for these students to not only study abroad, but gain experience shadowing in European hospitals. The students were provided an incredible experience this first summer in Toledo and Zaragoza and we look forward to sending more students on Atlantis programs in the future.
Katie Van Wyk
Study Abroad Coordinator
University of Arizona
The program is well-organized and well-staffed, with sufficient resources to accommodate student needs. The housing which we saw was safe and comfortable, in central locations convenient to transportation and to the shadowing sites. Students can also take advantage of the weekly cultural activities and excursions, unique to the various shadowing locations, offered in conjunction with the program.
Karen A. Palin, PhD
Department of Biology
Bates College
The undergraduate students spoke highly of the Atlantis and hospital staff, and the overall intensity of the program. The hospital doctors, residents, nurses, and administration were impressed with the work-ethic of the Atlantis Fellows. Overall, I would highly recommend this program to any students considering medical school or another health-related profession.
Jill Russell
Director of Global Education
Lebanon Valley College
Atlantis programs fill a unique niche in study-abroad offerings that meet the specific needs of pre-health students. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and committed to increasing global exchange in the medical arena.
Jennifer Hood-DeGrenier
Associate Professor of Biology; Chair, Pre-medical Advisory Committee
Worcester State University
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Although she has done volunteer work in hospitals in the U.S. for more than 3 years and has worked as a clinical researcher in one of the busiest ER departments in the country, none of her experiences were even remotely as valuable as her shadowing experience in Cuenca in terms of understanding the life of a doctor and whether she is meant for this endeavor.
Deena
Mother of Caroline
Georgetown University '18
I would like to attest to the legitimacy of this program, having served as a highly valuable and memorable experience to my child. We did not know what to expect, but were able to network before traveling with students across the nation who had already been to this program and found personal testimony of their experience to ease our minds.
Rosie
Mother of Katarina
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
As parents, my wife and I found that the staff at Atlantis are prompt, courteous, and well-informed. They are helpful and always return our calls and email messages quite promptly. Our son thoroughly enjoyed his trip to Tomelloso, Spain, and speaks very highly of this program. We highly recommend this program to all prospective medical students.
Ajay & Bonnie Chandra
Morada, CA
I don’t know where to start with the compliments. Immediately, our son had the opportunity to shadow physicians and witness surgeries. The physicians were eager to teach and answer questions. Our son felt safe. The accommodations, transportation and hospital experiences were well organized and were overseen by a very attentive site manager.
Mary Ann
Mother of Jack
University of Kansas
Although she has done volunteer work in hospitals in the U.S. for more than 3 years and has worked as a clinical researcher in one of the busiest ER departments in the country, none of her experiences were even remotely as valuable as her shadowing experience in Cuenca in terms of understanding the life of a doctor and whether she is meant for this endeavor.
Deena
Mother of Caroline
Georgetown University '18
I would like to attest to the legitimacy of this program, having served as a highly valuable and memorable experience to my child. We did not know what to expect, but were able to network before traveling with students across the nation who had already been to this program and found personal testimony of their experience to ease our minds.
Rosie
Mother of Katarina
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
As parents, my wife and I found that the staff at Atlantis are prompt, courteous, and well-informed. They are helpful and always return our calls and email messages quite promptly. Our son thoroughly enjoyed his trip to Tomelloso, Spain, and speaks very highly of this program. We highly recommend this program to all prospective medical students.
Ajay & Bonnie Chandra
Morada, CA
I don’t know where to start with the compliments. Immediately, our son had the opportunity to shadow physicians and witness surgeries. The physicians were eager to teach and answer questions. Our son felt safe. The accommodations, transportation and hospital experiences were well organized and were overseen by a very attentive site manager.
Mary Ann
Mother of Jack
University of Kansas
Although she has done volunteer work in hospitals in the U.S. for more than 3 years and has worked as a clinical researcher in one of the busiest ER departments in the country, none of her experiences were even remotely as valuable as her shadowing experience in Cuenca in terms of understanding the life of a doctor and whether she is meant for this endeavor.
Deena
Mother of Caroline
Georgetown University '18
I would like to attest to the legitimacy of this program, having served as a highly valuable and memorable experience to my child. We did not know what to expect, but were able to network before traveling with students across the nation who had already been to this program and found personal testimony of their experience to ease our minds.
Rosie
Mother of Katarina
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
As parents, my wife and I found that the staff at Atlantis are prompt, courteous, and well-informed. They are helpful and always return our calls and email messages quite promptly. Our son thoroughly enjoyed his trip to Tomelloso, Spain, and speaks very highly of this program. We highly recommend this program to all prospective medical students.
Ajay & Bonnie Chandra
Morada, CA
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