MBS Student Stories

Nicholas Kakos, MD24, MBS20

Nicholas Kakos, MBS20, M24

“Being a doctor isn’t necessarily about saving lives, it’s about helping people live the best version of the life they’ve been given. That mindset will allow you to craft the most patient-centered care and connect with individuals across disciplines.”
Brandon McBay, MBS24

Brandon McBay, MBS24

"After the MBS program, I'm proud to continue my journey at Tufts as a medical student. I strive to marry clinical skills, curiosity, and compassion in my future work as a physician."
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Humza Hashmi, MBS25

"My drive to become a physician grew through my experience as a paramedic, but I realized that this path would be academically rigorous. I enrolled in the MBS program hoping to develop the knowledge and skillset necessary to succeed on this path."
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Thalia Iturriaga, MBS24

"Going to dental school was my main goal, and I know this achievement has only been possible because of the support I have received at the Tufts MBS program."
 Rory Cawley, GSBS23, poses for a portrait

Rory Cawley, MBS23

"Receiving a medical school acceptance is one of the proudest accomplishments of my life. It’s taken me almost 10 years to get to this point, and the journey has not been easy. "