Program Reviews

Hi all! I recently attended the Global Pre Meds program on July 18-31. I loved loved loved the program. I met amazing people, ate great food, stayed in a beautiful villa, got to do what I loved, and the experience overall changed me as a person. I was barely on my phone and I lived in the moment. The staff was wonderful and held a lot of activities to keep everyone involved like salsa dancing lessons, BBQ's, movie nights, karaoke nights, yoga, etc. Before I actually went to the program I thought that it was way overpriced but to me, it was worth the money. I would do it all again if I could. The only con is that the COVID-19 protocol seemed rushed, a few of my program mates tested positive and felt neglected, and alone. In terms of COVID-19, I personally felt safe (wearing masks, rapid testing available, etc) but be prepared to come out of pocket and venture kind of on your own if you do contract COVID-19, hopefully the plan for that is better now!
PSIf you share the video anywhere, I did not make it! All credit goes to Maya Weid. She attended the July 18-31 2021 session with me.

Global Premeds was one of the most amazing experiences of my whole life. The mentors were so dedicated and knowledgeable and everybody working at the house was so kind. I learned so much and made so many new friends! I would recommend doing this program even if you are not interested in medicine because it is so eye opening! If you are interested in medicine, this program will definitely cement that interest and give you tons of real life experience that will be very helpful in the future at school.

Thanks to Global Pre-Meds I was able to shadow physicians in the Emergency Medicine department at Hospital Doctor Arístides Fiallo Cabral in the Dominican Republic. It was an extremely eye-opening couple of days. We were confronted with an array of cases ranging from something as simple as a bruised leg to something as complicated as Pulmonary Edema! There is always something happening in the ER! Discussions were held about the pathway to becoming a doctor in DR, how their healthcare system differs from the US, common diseases in the area and numerous other topics. Besides this, the program did a phenomenal job at giving us students a well-deserved break. Many times as Pre-Meds we halt ourselves from taking a moment to relax given how fast paced our daily routines are. Global Pre-Meds provided medical exposure as well as moments to sit by the pool or go for a swim at the beach! One of my favorite parts was connecting with Pre-Meds from all over the world and seeing where each of them are on their journey. I met students about to begin college, in undergrad, in a gap year and about to start medical school! Someone even received their MCAT score during the trip (yes she killed it and we all screamed)! I will never forget this experience!

The time in the hospital and at the Global Pre-med house is a time you will never forget! The staff and other students who were shadowing are amazing. When I first got to the Global Pre-Med house I was nervous about making friends and enjoying the experience, but by the time I left I did not want to go back home! The connections you build with the people there will last forever. I would recommend this promgram for anybody who wants insight on healthcare overseas and wants a eye opening experience on life in another country.

My trip to the Dominican Republic to shadow within the hospital and clinic was phenomenal. From the time I was inquiring to the time I went to book my trip I had full support. And it did not stop there! I was met at the airport by a friendly face and other young adults coming to shadow as well. I felt completely safe the entire time and well informed about the area. I absolutely adored being able to connect with the foster children in the compound next to ours as well after rounds at the hospital

My shadowing-a-doctor experience in Croatia was unforgettable! Someone could ask, why was my experience unique? Well, globalpremeds gave me a real insight into the life of both a vascular surgeon and a Transfusion med doctor; this experience broadened my horizons and enriched my knowledge of medicine, considering both the hard work carried on in a lab and the team-oriented work environment and challenges witnessed in the OR. Plus, this experience helped me build and strengthen my personal statement for UCAS!!!!!

I went to the Dominican Republic through Global Pre Meds, summer of 2019. Global Pre Meds was such a great experience. Through this program I got to see surgeries and deliveries close up! The mentors were so kind and informative, and the living situation was amazing. I got to meet so many new people and the staff were so kind! Also the food was delicious. If you want to pursue a career in any health related field I definitely recommend this program! You won’t get this kind of experience anywhere else.

Last summer I had the amazing opportunity to spend a full week in the Dominican Republic with this program.
During my stay I was able to make friends from all over the world while observing various surgeries up close and even learning some medical techniques (ie suturing on pig feet and learning to cast). The mentors at the hospital always explained the procedures to us and constantly checked on our well beings (Inside the hospital was humid and hot so they would make sure we have water or that weren't not feeling ill from watching all the surgeries)
Aside from the medical aspect of the program, the staff makes sure that the students can still enjoy the beaches of the DR and provides various excursions for us to participate in. My favorite was the horse riding excursion where we were able to swim in an underground cave at the end! There is also a cruise at the beginning where we can go swimming in the ocean with the fish!
All the Global Pre med staffers were kind, welcoming and extremely helpful throughout the whole process
you just gotta experience it for yourself to know how life changing this program is :)

ALSO THE FOOD IS GOOD SO DONT WORRY :) and theres a local grocery store called JUMBO that you can go to to buy snacks and other goodies.

This programme changed my whole view on medicine. From a very young age I knew it was a probable career path for me, but this trip is the one that made me 100% sure of my decision to go into university for medicine. I got to view a different health care system from my country's and I saw the many differences , but also similarities with which doctors tackles patient issues with the little resources available to them. If that wasn't enough, every afternoon, whether you chose to stay at the house or go out to the programmed excursion of the day was an absolute blast. I would definitely do it all over again if I had the chance.

Being within the Global Pre-Meds placement was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my life!! Having the opportunity to see how health care works in another country, while getting to know a bunch of different amazing people around the world is life changing. I did the 2 week placement in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and within that time, I grew so close to the other students I was with. It honestly felt like a little family by the end of our stay. Anyone looking to gain some medical experience while enjoying the beauties of other countries Global Pre-Meds is your answer!! Amazing staff, amazing peers and overall an amazing time.