Courage, Resilience, and the Journey to Becoming a Physician

 

 

photo of Ethan Gasteyer in his white medical coat in front of UConn's John Dempsey Hospital

 

Meet Ethan Gasteyer, a UConn medical student and UConn MPH alumni whose journey is a powerful reminder of courage, resilience, and the impact of community.

After being diagnosed with brain cancer as a UConn undergraduate, Ethan continued pursuing his dream of becoming a physician while navigating treatment and the challenges of his diagnosis. Now on medical leave from medical school, he remains determined to use his experience to help others.

Read Ethan’s inspiring story of perseverance, hope, and the support of his fellow Huskies in UConn Today. 💙🐾

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