Join us for an inspiring lecture on medical career pathways and employment opportunities in the United States! Are you a medical student or young physician curious about pursuing a medical career abroad and exploring professional opportunities in the American healthcare system?
Please mark your calendar for 4 November 2026, at 6:00 pm, when we welcome a distinguished Semmelweis alumnus to Semmelweis University:
Speaker: Professor Hans-Christoph Becker, Stanford University, Semmelweis Alumnus
Date & Time: 4 November, 2026, 6:00 pm-7.30 pm
Location: Semmelweis Salon, Rector’s building (location: 1085 Budapest, Üllői street 26., 1st floor)
Program Schedule
17:15 – Registration
17:20-17:55 – Welcome Reception
18:00-19:30 – Lecture, followed by Audience Q&A
Please register here: REGISTRATION
The “Meet the Alumni” series provides Semmelweis students, especially those in international programmes, with a valuable opportunity to learn from the professional experiences of distinguished alumni and to gain inspiration for their own career development.
The first lecture of the series, “Work in the UK” by Dr. Loucas Christodoulou (consultant pediatrician, NHS, Semmelweis Alumni), highlighted career opportunities in the United Kingdom.
During the second lecture of the series, Dr. Tom Cato Karlsen (Norwegian anesthesiologist, and Governor of Nordland County, Semmelweis Alumni) delivered a comprehensive lecture on medical career pathways and employment opportunities in Norway.
During the third lecture of the series, Professor Diana Reser (senior consultant cardiac surgeon at the Heart Clinic HIRSLANDEN in Zürich, Semmelweis alumna), the first female Professor of Cardiac Surgery in Switzerland provided valuable insights into career opportunities in international medicine, professional advancement, and the experience of working in Switzerland’s healthcare sector.
In Dr. Arvin Shahbazi’s lecture, titled “Dental and Scientific Career Pathways in Hungary: Opportunities for Semmelweis International Students,” he shared his personal career journey and offered practical advice to students planning their professional futures. The lecture was followed by an interactive discussion.
In this lecture, Professor Hans-Christoph Becker will share insights into medical career pathways and employment opportunities in the United States. Drawing on his professional experience at Stanford University and his background as a Semmelweis alumnus, he will offer participants a valuable perspective on building an international medical career and navigating professional opportunities in the American healthcare system.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about career development in an international academic and clinical environment, gain insights into the professional opportunities available to physicians in the USA, and engage directly with an experienced alumnus during the audience Q&A.
About Professor Hans-Christoph Becker
Professor Hans-Christoph Becker of Stanford University is a Semmelweis University alumnus who has pursued a distinguished professional career in the United States. Through this event, participants will have the opportunity to learn from his experience and gain inspiration and practical perspectives on pursuing international career opportunities.
You can read the full interview here.
For further information please contact us at alumni@semmelweis.hu!
Join us for an evening of inspiration, career guidance, and alumni stories. Don’t miss it!
Semmelweis University, Directorate of International Relations and Alumni Affairs
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