Curious about what it's like to be a student in the Masters of Applied Anatomy Program?
Our Anatomy Ambassadors are all current students and represent a wide variety of interests, backgrounds, and career goals. Send us an email at anatomy@case.edu or request information here and we will put you in contact with the ambassador who can best answer your questions about the program.
Alison, MS in Anatomy
Alison is from Vancouver, Canada, and is passionate about building meaningful connections in both academic and personal settings. She appreciates being part of a smaller program, which offers unique opportunities to form close relationships with fellow students and faculty. Alison aspires to attend medical school and become a pediatric surgeon. Outside of her academic interests, she enjoys crocheting, reading, and playing the violin.
Caitlyn, MS in Anatomy
Caitlyn is from Oregon, Ohio, and is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Applied Anatomy. She values the close-knit nature of the program, where forming connections with classmates and professors has been both easy and meaningful. Caitlyn appreciates the strong support system within the program, which has made navigating classes more manageable and fostered opportunities for collaborative study groups. Her long-term goal is to attend medical school and become a pulmonologist. Outside of her academic pursuits, Caitlyn enjoys playing volleyball, camping, and watching NASCAR.
Kevin, MS in Anatomy
Kevin is from San Diego, California, and is pursuing his Master of Science in Applied Anatomy. He values the hands-on experience the program offers, particularly during cadaver dissections, where he takes pride in meticulously cleaning and isolating anatomical structures. Kevin’s long-term goal is to become a general surgeon and work closely with organizations such as Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) and the Red Cross. In his free time, he enjoys surfing and rock climbing.
Karen, MS in Anatomy
Karen is from Quito, Ecuador, and is currently advancing her studies in the Master of Science in Applied Anatomy program. She appreciates how the program builds a strong foundation for a successful career trajectory, preparing students for a variety of professional paths. Karen’s long-term goals include teaching in high-level academia and designing innovative online curriculum. Outside of her academic pursuits, she enjoys watching horror movies, creating art across various mediums, and playing video games and VR.
Robert, MS in Anatomy
Robert is from Rochester, New York, and is currently studying in the Master of Science in Applied Anatomy program. He enjoys being part of a small, tight-knit group of students and appreciates the hands-on experience, especially during gross anatomy labs. Robert’s long-term goal is to become an orthopedic surgeon. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, playing bass guitar and guitar, and cooking.