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On May 18, TUSM and GSBS honored 540 graduates of their doctoral and graduate programs.

In this photo essay, students in the MD program gave us an inside look at what a typical day might entail.

Michael Zarra, M25, honored with Tufts Presidential Award for Civic Life for his leadership in policy, research, and community engagement.

“Tufts PA program was simultaneously two of the most challenging and most rewarding years of my life.”

"My time at Tufts University School of Medicine, especially in the Maine Track and as a Sam W. Ho Health Justice Scholar, has been foundational in shaping me as a physician and advocate for Native American health equity."

“I will always be grateful for this experience and recognize it as the bridge that moved me from dreaming of being a doctor to taking the first step to make that a reality.”

“During my MPH program, I learned many useful and marketable skills, particularly statistical analysis, qualitative analysis, and GIS skills.”

“While my MD training taught me how to diagnose and treat illness, my MPH equipped me to understand and challenge the systems that perpetuate disparities.”

“This path isn’t just about a title or a degree—it’s about purpose, representation, and building something that lasts beyond me.”