Many students say they want to become doctors.
But very few get the chance to actually see what the profession looks like up close until years into medical school.
This short presentation provides a behind-the-scenes look at the environments, experiences, and learning opportunities students encounter through the FutureDocs Abroad program.
Watch the presentation below to see what students experience inside real hospitals, anatomy labs, and clinical environments abroad.
For many students, this is the first opportunity to truly understand what a career in medicine looks like beyond textbooks and classroom learning.
FutureDocs Abroad is an international summer honors program for high school and undergraduate students who aspire to pursue careers in medicine.
Students gain access to three of the most sought-after early medical experiences:
Students observe real surgical procedures while surgeons explain the techniques and decision-making involved.
Students work in anatomy labs alongside experienced instructors to study the structure of the human body.
Students spend time in hospital departments and clinics observing physicians across multiple specialties.
During the program, students spend more than 60 hours inside medical environments that most students cannot access in the United States before medical school.
This exposure allows students to better understand the path ahead and confirm whether medicine is the right career for them.
Session 1: Athens, Greece
June 26 – July 10, 2027
Session 2: Hue, Vietnam
July 10 – July 25, 2027
Students travel internationally with a supervised group and participate in clinical observation, educational sessions, and cultural experiences throughout the program.
If this experience sparked your interest, the next step is a short conversation with a member of our admissions team.
During this call, we’ll help you understand whether the program is a good fit and answer any questions you may have about participating.
This is simply an informational conversation designed to help students and families better understand the opportunity and decide if it’s the right next step. There is no obligation to enroll.
The conversation typically takes about 30-45 minutes.
If the program feels like a good fit, our admissions team will guide you through the next steps in the application process.
Appointments are limited each week, so we recommend selecting a time that works best for you while availability remains.
FutureDocs Abroad is designed for motivated students who are serious about pursuing a future in medicine.
Students must also demonstrate the maturity required to participate in an international academic program and either be a current high school or college student.
Yes! Students will be working hands-on with the guidance of a physician. Students learn by observing physicians, participating in educational discussions and clinical rotations, and studying anatomy in supervised academic environments.
Student safety is a top priority. All students travel with experienced program staff and are supervised throughout the program. Chaperones are available to students 24/7.
FutureDocs Abroad is designed to give students meaningful exposure to medicine and a deeper understanding of the profession. Many students find that the experience strengthens their academic goals and provides valuable insights they can share in future applications and interviews.
For many students, the FutureDocs Abroad program becomes a defining moment in their journey toward a career in medicine.
By seeing hospitals, physicians, and patients in real-world environments, students gain a clearer picture of the path ahead—and the confidence to pursue it.
If you’re interested in exploring the program further, schedule a time to speak with our admissions team today.
