Global Surgery – GS

This option addresses global surgical healthcare challenges through interdisciplinary and leadership training designed for variable-resource settings. It focuses on capacity building, research, advocacy, and financing while equipping healthcare professionals with skills in strategic planning, program management, leadership policy development, and advocacy. By integrating technical expertise with systemic and social perspectives, the program prepares leaders to tackle surgical inequities and advance access to care, particularly in underserved regions.

This option is well suited for individuals who want to make a positive impact to create greater access and quality of surgical care for impoverished communities through policy, advocacy, research, education, or clinical leadership. The Global Surgery option provides training for the next generation of healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates. Students will also engage in a longitudinal practicum experience, with mentorship from faculty and affiliates, intended to provide a practical application of the skills they are developing in the classroom.