Young Professionals
Students, residents, fellows, and early-career professionals — the future of HMS.
Cultivating the Next Generation of Leaders in Medicine
For more than 90 years, HMS has committed to cultivating the next generation of leaders in medicine and healthcare. Our Young Professionals community gives students, residents, fellows, and early-career professionals opportunities to connect with peers and established leaders, find mentorship, build lasting relationships, and become an active part of the future of HMS.
Meet the Committee
The 2026 Young Professionals Committee.
Dimitra Rafailia Bakaloudi, MD, MS, MPA
Athanasios Dimitrios Bakasis, MD, MSc, PhD
Eleni Bouziani, MD
Nikki Chati, BS
Sophia A. Dongas
Connie Koutsos, MD
Maria Marinakis, BA
Aphrodite Megaris, MD
Ariana Nikolis
Nikolaos Pachos, MD
Andreas Sarantopoulos, MD
The Next Generation at Work
Grow With HMS
Mentorship
The Mentor/Mentee Program is relaunching — pairing trainees with experienced physicians for guidance at every stage.
LEARN MORE →Scholarships
Merit- and need-based awards honoring academic achievement — from high school through medical school and research.
EXPLORE AWARDS →VSLO Rotations
The Visiting Student Learning Opportunities program opens official clinical rotations at participating U.S. hospitals to eligible Greek medical students.
INQUIRE →Events & Networking
Networking nights, lectures, and signature celebrations that connect young professionals with established leaders.
SEE EVENTS →
Become an Active Part of the Future of HMS
It’s FREE to join. Student, resident, fellow and Young Professional memberships are free — with mentorship, scholarship eligibility, and member access to events.