Summer Springboard
Surgery
ON THE CAMPUS OF YALE UNIVERSITY
DISCOVER THE PRECISION, TEAMWORK, AND INNOVATION BEHIND SURGICAL MEDICINE
This course is one week long, and you can extend your experience to as many as six weeks by adding additional one-week courses.
Surgery @ Yale University
- Introduction to Surgical Specialties – Explore different types of surgery from orthopedics to neurosurgery
- Basic Surgical Skills – Practice suturing, sterile technique, and using surgical instruments safely
- Operating Room Insights – Learn about surgical teams, protocols, and what happens during operations
- Medical Simulation Experience – Use training models to practice basic procedures and decision-making
- Surgical Technology Overview – Discover robotic surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and medical innovations
- Surgeon Mentorship – Connect with practicing surgeons across multiple specialties
Summer Springboard
Surgery
About This Course
Get an introductory look into the world of surgery and discover what it takes to become a surgical professional. This program focuses on fundamental surgical concepts, basic skills development, and exposure to different surgical specialties. You’ll learn about surgical careers while developing an understanding of the precision, teamwork, and dedication required in surgical medicine.
Designed for students considering medical careers, this program provides realistic insight into surgical training and practice. Through skill-building exercises and mentorship with practicing surgeons, you’ll gain valuable perspective on whether surgical medicine aligns with your interests and career goals.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
Students examine cancer cell samples under microscopes, participate in case study discussions, and work through treatment planning scenarios using real patient examples (anonymized).
Career Exploration
Connect with surgeons from various specialties to learn about medical school requirements, surgical residency training, and different surgical career paths including general surgery, orthopedics, and minimally invasive specialties.
RESOURCES
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“The program was everything I thought it would be. It’s an experience that will make you feel connected to other people and to the course itself. It makes you become more comfortable with who you are and the things that you’re passionate about. I really enjoyed everything about it.”
-Imani J. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Surgery
Instructor Information Coming Soon
Courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students.
Instructor TBD
“Summer Springboard did not only prepare me for a career but also the real world while leaving time to make life long friends and having fun.”
-Addison W. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Surgery
Dates & Tuition
| 2026 Dates |
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| Session 3: June 21 – June 27, 2026 |
| Session 6: July 12 – July 18, 2026 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition First Week |
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| Residential Tuition: $4,298* |
| Commuter Tuition: $2,498* |
| Course Supplement: $250 |
*Each subsequent week, if combined with other one-week high school courses at Yale or Oxford: Residential Tuition: $3,298, Commuter Tuition: $1,998
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: New Haven |
| State: Connecticut |
| Campus: Yale University |
*Schedule is illustrative and is subject to change. Summer Springboard is operated independently of Yale University and is not sponsored or endorsed by the University. The views expressed in connection with the program are not official positions, statements of advice, nor opinions of Yale University and should not be viewed as an endorsement by Yale of any such views or statements.